Finally Back at Work - Mission Accomplished!

I'm officially back at work, full of energy, gusto, and all the other things one needs to keep an orthodontic practice running. My patients were glad to see me "vertical" instead of "horizontal", and my thrill to see them was evident every time I greeted them! It was great to see my staff in both offices as well!

My cardiologist who did the surgery, Dr. Peter Murphy, was very pleased when he saw me yesterday at my first check-up, and gave me a "clean bill of health"! My other cardiologist, Dr. Bob Kopitsky, said that I could do cardiac rehab IF I wanted to, as long as I do go for some extended walks every so often. "Just stay on your medicines, and you'll be just fine!"

This completes the ongoing story of what happened to me during these past five and one half weeks. The Lord granted me a reprieve, a second chance....mind-boggling when you think of it. How gracious and merciful a God we serve! I give Him all the praise and glory for what He has done not only for me, but how He has revealed Himself to those of you who might have doubted. He is faithful, and loves each one of immensely! How fortunate we are to be able to know Him!

Thank you all again for your kindness shown me and my family through your prayers, phone calls, visits, flowers, gifts, and emails. Each one of them moved us deeply. Thank you for your love as well. I am humbled and overwhelmed and very indebted to all of you! Thank you - from my heart to yours!

Ernie

PS - All of what I have described above could really not have taken place as easily had not my good friend and teaching partner at Saint Louis University, Dr. Jeff Cupps, offered to come to both of my offices and help out three days a week. To you, dear Jeff, I am very much indebted. Please allow me to again publicly thank you for your incredible willingness to see my patients. I will never forget this!