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454 days ago

Ernie Keen posted a note for Jim that says:

10 years dude. I hope you are doing well. Since late last Nov. I've been flying back and forth to TN to help take care of my 88 year old mom. I go for about ...Read more

10 years dude. I hope you are doing well. Since late last Nov. I've been flying back and forth to TN to help take care of my 88 year old mom. I go for about a month, and then my sister stays with her about a month.

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766 days ago

Ernie Keen posted a note for Jim that says:

You still running you monkey?

Jim Jones Ernie, believe it or not, I am still running. Certainly more slowly. Father Time does not give us a f ... Read more

Jim Jones Ernie, believe it or not, I am still running. Certainly more slowly. Father Time does not give us a free pass to continue to set PRs! I hope all is well with you. It seems like 2013 is well in the rear view mirror. How's life for you?

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768 days ago

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Dan Sinclair posted a note for Jim that says:

Hey Jim,
wanted to check in with you and see how you are doing. I hope all is well. Two days until my 9th anniversary so I came back to the site to refresh ...Read more

Hey Jim,
wanted to check in with you and see how you are doing. I hope all is well. Two days until my 9th anniversary so I came back to the site to refresh my memory, which obviously made me think of you and Lynn and others. Take care send me an update if you get a chance.
Dan

Jim Jones Dan, thanks for reaching out! Congratulations on your 9th anniversary. I hope all is well with you an ... Read more

Jim Jones Dan, thanks for reaching out! Congratulations on your 9th anniversary. I hope all is well with you and your family. I certainly have wonderful memories of the time we all went through heart surgery. What a wonderful, supportive patient community. I continue to soldier on. Happy thanksgiving!

Jim Jones Hey Dan, I was down in your neck of the woods recently. We were there during the tropical storm. If y ... Read more

Jim Jones Hey Dan, I was down in your neck of the woods recently. We were there during the tropical storm. If you'd like to catch up, you can reach me at parisportrunner@gmail.com.

Jim Jonesgot a new guestbook post

1854 days ago

Ernie Keen posted a note for Jim that says:

Good hearing from you. You need a shoe sponsor. Keep it up.

Jim Jones ERNIE! Great to hear from you! Shoe sponsor would be perfect, I'm needing a new pair. Also, I need to ... Read more

Jim Jones ERNIE! Great to hear from you! Shoe sponsor would be perfect, I'm needing a new pair. Also, I need to drive to these darn races, I need a car sponsor! I hope life is good. I tell you, 2013, seems like yesterday. A momentous year for all of us. Keep fighting the good fight and be well! All the best-Jim

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3320 days ago

Dan Sinclair posted a note for Jim that says:

Jim Hope all is well, I expected to see a post about your two year or are you off running a marathon. Take Care Brother! Dan

Ernie Keen :D------Ernie

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3606 days ago

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Tim posted a note for Jim that says:

Hi Jim, It is great to read your story as it shows progress on the other side. I am a 52 yr old swimmer with mitral regurgitation. The mitral valve leak ...Read more

Hi Jim, It is great to read your story as it shows progress on the other side. I am a 52 yr old swimmer with mitral regurgitation. The mitral valve leak caused atrial swelling which brought on AFIB. Now I am headed in for both a valve repair and a MAZE. Did you at any time visit MA General? I have both a cardiologist and surgeon there at the moment, but was curious what precipitated the choice of Adams over anyone here in Boston. Thanks Tim

Jim Jones Hey Tim:
Good afternoon to you. I did consider MGH 6 years ago after a bout of endocarditis and commu ... Read more

Jim Jones Hey Tim:
Good afternoon to you. I did consider MGH 6 years ago after a bout of endocarditis and communicated with a MGH cardiologist and surgeon. I also talked to other cardiologists and surgeons at that time and ended up at the Brigham with Dr. O'Gara, a cardiologist. We followed the mitral valve for 5 years and in 2013 I elected surgery. I wanted a repair and the valve disease (Barlow's) presented a very complex repair scenario. I wanted a repair v. replacement if possible. I was referred to Dr. Adams at Mt. Sinai. He is one of the very top MV repair surgeons in the country and does the most MV repair volume east of the Mississippi. He also was at the Brigham for about 20 years. The complexity of repair led me to NYC because in 2013 Boston did not have a comparable MV repair option for me. Mt. Sinai is a valve reference center. For me, that mattered as their expertise aligned with my valve disease complexity. I hope this helps. My best to you Tim as you head towards surgery.

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3641 days ago

Sharon Shultz posted a note for Jim that says:

Hi Jim, it's great to hear you are doing so well! I am scheduled for mitral valve and tricuspid valve repair with dr. Adams in March. Am so very nervous. Do ...Read more

Hi Jim, it's great to hear you are doing so well! I am scheduled for mitral valve and tricuspid valve repair with dr. Adams in March. Am so very nervous. Do you have any words of wisdom to share? Thanks.

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3683 days ago

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Jim Hernandez posted a note for Jim that says:

Ty Jim for extending yourself and experience to me...I hope to tap your wealth of knowledge among others to find out what I am in for

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3689 days ago

Lise Boutiette posted a note for Jim that says:

Jim---Wow -- an entire year---what amazing progress for such an old guy as yourself!! I could NOT be happier to see that you have continued to exhibit a truly ...Read more

Jim---Wow -- an entire year---what amazing progress for such an old guy as yourself!! I could NOT be happier to see that you have continued to exhibit a truly "text book case" post surgery recovery!!! However, you deserve all the credit for following the advice of the remarkable doctors and focusing on such a dedicated exercise regimen ---who else would go for a 45 min. run after walking 6-8 miles on a typical vacation day??? You have been an inspiration to many on the Heart Journal, but we were very lucky to have the support of the many family, friends, and Heart Journal cohorts throughout this journey. To continued great health, to many more memory building experiences ...together ...and, of course, to countless 5k trophies and medals! Cheers! Much love, moi xo

Jim Jones Why, thank you and much love right back at you! It sure has been an eventful year. It shows you old g ... Read more

Jim Jones Why, thank you and much love right back at you! It sure has been an eventful year. It shows you old guys can recover well too. Let's make the next year even better still. I sure couldn't have done this without you but let's agree to not make this a regular habit! Here's to great health for all of us. xxxooo

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3693 days ago

Ann Jackson posted a note for Jim that says:

Jim, congratulations on your recovery !! So happy that you have done so well, and now better than ever... You definitely have inspired us all, and your observations ...Read more

Jim, congratulations on your recovery !! So happy that you have done so well, and now better than ever... You definitely have inspired us all, and your observations and excellent advice are extremely helpful. Thank you!, and continued good health.

Jim Jones Ann-Thank you so much for your kind words! And let me wish you great health also. All the best.

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3695 days ago

Gabrielle Stinson posted a note for Jim that says:

So proud of your progress Jimbo! Keep it up!

Jim Jones Well, Gabi, thanks so much for remembering and for your encouragement! It means a lot to me. I hope a ... Read more

Jim Jones Well, Gabi, thanks so much for remembering and for your encouragement! It means a lot to me. I hope all is well with you and that your weather is a bit better than mine-it is grey and cool here. All the best!

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3696 days ago

Lynn Ennis posted a note for Jim that says:

Hey Buddy! What a year! Congratulations on making it look so easy…we both know it was NOT!! I remember this time last year, holding thumbs for you, counting ...Read more

Hey Buddy! What a year! Congratulations on making it look so easy…we both know it was NOT!! I remember this time last year, holding thumbs for you, counting down my minutes. And look at us now, tearing it up! Have a great Nov. 5th!!

Jim Jones Why, Lynn, thank you and it seems to me today is November 7th. Does that ring a bell with you??? It s ... Read more

Jim Jones Why, Lynn, thank you and it seems to me today is November 7th. Does that ring a bell with you??? It sure seems that you and I are getting it done. Let us keep that up this year. Is it a deal? Now let me leave a note on your journal!

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3696 days ago

Lise Boutiette posted a note for Jim that says:

Jim- you should be so proud of how well you have done on this road to recovery ! Imagine ... almost a whole year and no trips to NYC! I continue to be amazed ...Read more

Jim- you should be so proud of how well you have done on this road to recovery ! Imagine ... almost a whole year and no trips to NYC! I continue to be amazed at your stamina and perseverance - I will always remain your most ardent fan!! To many more successful 5 K 's and those priceless medals:)! Love, me

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3697 days ago

Chris K posted a note for Jim that says:

Go Jim go! Glad to know how well you are doing 1 year post op. You are an inspiration

Jim Jones Hey Chris, thanks so much for the encouragement. I hope all is well in your world also. Yes, it is ha ... Read more

Jim Jones Hey Chris, thanks so much for the encouragement. I hope all is well in your world also. Yes, it is hard to believe it will be exactly 1 year for me tomorrow! All the best.

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3698 days ago

Carol Jackson posted a note for Jim that says:

Jim, So glad to hear you are doing so well and shaved time off your race. Time marches on and it's so hard to believe that both of us were getting our hearts ...Read more

Jim, So glad to hear you are doing so well and shaved time off your race. Time marches on and it's so hard to believe that both of us were getting our hearts repaired 1 year ago. Do you remember when we were both Adam's "featured patient"? I am now giving advice to a 30 something guy who is planning to have aneurysm and BAV surgery in Dec. My mom just found out 3 of her valves are bad, so the Dr. is going to do the TAVR on the aortic valve sometime in Dec. It will be interesting to see how she does at her age. All the best to you and your family.

Susan Smith Jim, you are truly an inspiration.

Jim Jones Well, Susan, I do try to do my part. Now heal up, girlfriend, as you know we are all in this together ... Read more

Jim Jones Well, Susan, I do try to do my part. Now heal up, girlfriend, as you know we are all in this together. Am thinking of you this week.

Jim Jones Carol:
You have moved from patient to guide. We will now call you Pathfinder. You certainly are the r ... Read more

Jim Jones Carol:
You have moved from patient to guide. We will now call you Pathfinder. You certainly are the right person for the job! All the best to your Mom and the gentleman facing surgery. And, as former "featured patients", I do believe that Adam holds us to a higher standard!

Jim Jonesgot a new guestbook post

3759 days ago

Carol Jackson posted a note for Jim that says:

Jim, Sounds like you are doing great. Wow! Running two 5K races! I received a Fit Bit for Christmas so I've been using mine everyday but will never get near ...Read more

Jim, Sounds like you are doing great. Wow! Running two 5K races! I received a Fit Bit for Christmas so I've been using mine everyday but will never get near to what you are doing in steps. I am not a runner, but I work out a lot with my trainer and swim(the Fitbit doesn't work with water!) It sure is hard to believe that you, Lynn, etc all had surgeries a little after me! I also remember Aubrey because he had surgery 1 month before me so I followed him and others before me. I am doing great! I still think every day how lucky I am to be alive and to be on the other side of surgery. I would agree with all your helpful hints especially cardio rehab. My 1 month anniversary is coming up on Oct 8 Take care!

Jim Jones Carol:
So glad to hear form you and I am so happy you are doing well. yes, it seems like this time la ... Read more

Jim Jones Carol:
So glad to hear form you and I am so happy you are doing well. yes, it seems like this time last year we were having entirely different sorts of conversations!
I just returned last night from 2 weeks in Europe where I walked and ran 250,000 steps or more than 135 miles so it seems that both my FitBit and my repaired valve are both working quite well. Keep doing as well as you are and let me know when your FitBit can swim. All my best!

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3759 days ago

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Aubrey Jones Jr posted a note for Jim that says:

Heyas Jim. Looks like your doing well also. Just checking in on the one year mark and it looks,like we are all on the right path. I know I would not have ...Read more

Heyas Jim. Looks like your doing well also. Just checking in on the one year mark and it looks,like we are all on the right path. I know I would not have made my last birthday if not for the surgery. Keep running and enjoying. Aubrey

Jim Jones Aubrey - So, so glad your are doing well. Your wife and you inspired me in my recovery. Thanks for ha ... Read more

Jim Jones Aubrey - So, so glad your are doing well. Your wife and you inspired me in my recovery. Thanks for having yours done first as my personal trailblazer. Here's to a great next year for all of our 2013 graduating class!

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3780 days ago

Louise Tompkins posted a note for Jim that says:

Jim, Great to hear that you are busier than ever and doing so well. Looking forward to seeing you for myself on Sunday.

Jim Jones Well, thank you Louise! We are really looking forward to seeing you on Sunday also. It's been too lon ... Read more

Jim Jones Well, thank you Louise! We are really looking forward to seeing you on Sunday also. It's been too long. My best to Bill, or, as I know him, "Mr. Baseball!".

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3781 days ago

Lise posted a note for Jim that says:

Jim -it is hard to believe it has been 9 mos. !!!A friend said to me the other day that they keep forgetting you even had surgery ,because your life is back ...Read more

Jim -it is hard to believe it has been 9 mos. !!!A friend said to me the other day that they keep forgetting you even had surgery ,because your life is back to normal , and you are operating at a pace that many could not sustain!! As others have said , you are an inspiration -I am so proud to see you still trying to help those facing the challenges of surgery- you have always been one to give very sound advice ,and God knows I have benefited from that!! To many more enjoyable races ....together! :) Much love, moi

Jim Jones Hey, great to hear you like races, we have one this Friday! We are a team in all things. Your continu ... Read more

Jim Jones Hey, great to hear you like races, we have one this Friday! We are a team in all things. Your continuous contributions have been a big reason why I am doing well - come on now. Much love right back at you!

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3781 days ago

Susan Smith posted a note for Jim that says:

I'm impressed Jim. All those steps which turn into all those miles. I am not in the race with you and the others, but I refuse to give in or give up. The ...Read more

I'm impressed Jim. All those steps which turn into all those miles. I am not in the race with you and the others, but I refuse to give in or give up. The fluid in the lung is the slower down, but soon I will get rid of another 500 cc in the right lung and I will feel better. Life is much better than before surgery so I will move forward. Race away Mr. Jim and yes you are an inspiration. Always your friend,

Jim Jones Well, Susan, I never figured you as one that gives up at all! Get rid of the fluid and feel better. S ... Read more

Jim Jones Well, Susan, I never figured you as one that gives up at all! Get rid of the fluid and feel better. So glad that things are better than before surgery. Now the body can do its thing and heal more. I continue to follow your journey with extreme interest. All the best!

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3782 days ago

Lynn Ennis posted a note for Jim that says:

You are a machine Jim! Congratulations on all those miles! If valve surgery had a magazine you would be the cover! I like the gentle competition of FITBIT- ...Read more

You are a machine Jim! Congratulations on all those miles! If valve surgery had a magazine you would be the cover! I like the gentle competition of FITBIT- altho I usually lose- it does help inspire me to get out there. I would encourage everyone post op to consider it. We could get quite a group going. Its not easy getting back to normal…hard to escape this experience without feeling harmed…but you are a good role model…slow and steady wins the race. Maybe I'll race in 2015! Enjoy that gorgeous NE weather- we are dry and hot out west!

Jim Jones Why thank you, Lynn! You also are a great role model. Perhaps we could share the cover?

Hi to Steve ... Read more

Jim Jones Why thank you, Lynn! You also are a great role model. Perhaps we could share the cover?

Hi to Steve and enjoy dry and hot. We are having the best summer in memory after a tough winter. Let's now head together toward the 1 year anniversary.

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3782 days ago

Brian Walsh posted a note for Jim that says:

I definitely cleared a million with a 15K per day step goal (10K was just too easy) Training is good although I just realized I flubbed my plan and was off ...Read more

I definitely cleared a million with a 15K per day step goal (10K was just too easy) Training is good although I just realized I flubbed my plan and was off a week, so have to trim a week out of my plan but it is all good. I'm ready to go and looking forward to the run. Getting ready to post my own update shortly, once I get the AHA page back up and running.

Jim Jones Brian:
You are a running machine. Enjoy running and stay healthy! Getting closer to race day. I have ... Read more

Jim Jones Brian:
You are a running machine. Enjoy running and stay healthy! Getting closer to race day. I have a local 5K on Friday that should be fun.

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3782 days ago

Chris K posted a note for Jim that says:

Jim:--Wow--racing again so soon! Sounds like you are doing great--its amazing how quickly most of us can recover from such major surgery!

Jim Jones Chris, it really is amazing how quickly we can recover and also get to the point where we say that we ... Read more

Jim Jones Chris, it really is amazing how quickly we can recover and also get to the point where we say that we feel much better than before the surgery. Here is to good health and good days to us all!

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3782 days ago

Ernie A.S. posted a note for Jim that says:

You da man!!!

Jim Jones Why, Ern-dog, thank you! How are you doing? Hope all is great on the west coast, big guy. You are com ... Read more

Jim Jones Why, Ern-dog, thank you! How are you doing? Hope all is great on the west coast, big guy. You are coming up to your 1 year anniversary - time has certainly moved right along.

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3783 days ago

Dan S. posted a note for Jim that says:

Over 2 million steps, I am such a loser @ 1,700,000 steps. You have worked hard, Why don't you take a siesta in Mexico ummm for about three months and let ...Read more

Over 2 million steps, I am such a loser @ 1,700,000 steps. You have worked hard, Why don't you take a siesta in Mexico ummm for about three months and let me catch up.... Keep up the work my friend. You are an inspiration to all of us!

Jim Jones Well, Dan, if you channel Forrest Gump you will pass me in no time! 1.7 million steps is not too shab ... Read more

Jim Jones Well, Dan, if you channel Forrest Gump you will pass me in no time! 1.7 million steps is not too shabby at all. It is amazing how many steps we actually take. Thanks for your kind words, Dan, I will keep 'er up.