Rod S Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 How's that for a way to end the year? Stupid accident. My cousin starts to open a champagne bottle in a crowded kitchen. Before he has a chance to go to an open area (or so he says) the cork flies into the air - into my eye! The pressure of impact dislocated part of my retina, so I've had blurried vision for the last few days, together with hazy and spotty vision from the impact. Oh joy... Anyways, the eye doctor says there's a good chance to get my vision back, and timing is critical, so I'm doing the surgery tomorrow. I should be home tomorrow at the end of the day, with 20-30 days at home of rest. (I'll have more details tomorrow, the whole thing has just been happening fast). Anyways, wish me luck. And happy new year to all... Rod Korg Kronos X73 / ARP Odyssey / Motif ES Rack / Roland D-05 / JP-08 / SE-05 / Jupiter Xm / Novation Mininova / NL2X / Waldorf Pulse II MBP-LOGIC American Deluxe P-Bass, Yamaha RBX760 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synthguy Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 I was almost afraid to read what happened! Still, what did wasn't any better than what I'd feared. I'm really sorry, and pray for a speedy and complete recovery. Here's hoping the new year ends up a lot better than it started. This keyboard solo has obviously been tampered with! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle ggurl Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 What a bummer. Best of luck to you, Rod! I'll think good thoughts for you ... Original Latin Jazz CD Baby "I am not certain how original my contribution to music is as I am obviously an amateur." Patti Smith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave The Rave Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 Ouch! Sounds nasty Rod. Do exactly what the doc says and I'm sure it'll heal okay. Best wishes, :DTR Cambrian Guitars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linwood Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 Good luck Rod. Look forward to you gettin back on the corner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Byrdman Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 Originally posted by Rod S: How's that for a way to end the year? Stupid accident. My cousin starts to open a champagne bottle in a crowded kitchen. Before he has a chance to go to an open area (or so he says) the cork flies into the air - into my eye! The pressure of impact dislocated part of my retina, so I've had blurried vision for the last few days, together with hazy and spotty vision from the impact. Oh joy... Anyways, the eye doctor says there's a good chance to get my vision back, and timing is critical, so I'm doing the surgery tomorrow. I should be home tomorrow at the end of the day, with 20-30 days at home of rest. (I'll have more details tomorrow, the whole thing has just been happening fast). Anyways, wish me luck. And happy new year to all... RodGood grief. Those champaign corks can be treacherous. Even the pros sometimes get caught when the cork flies off as you remove the wire. Did your cousin not know that allowing a cork to pop from the bottle bruises the champaigne! One should always try to remove it slowly. Anyway, hope the op goes well. Its a fairly common op these days with a good rate of success. Thinking of you David. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave The Rave Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 I always wrap a linen tea-towel over the top of the bottle to catch the cork and overflow.... :DTR Cambrian Guitars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Pierce Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 OUCH!!! Best of luck, get well soon! --Dave Make my funk the P-funk. I wants to get funked up. My Funk/Jam originals project: http://www.thefunkery.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michiel Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 Get well soon. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Grace Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 Rodrigo, what a bad break! You're in my thoughts and prayers. Here's to a smooth procedure and a rapid and full recovery. Best, Geoff My Blue Someday appears on Apple Music | Spotify | YouTube | Amazon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krakit Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 Best of luck on a successful procedure. I can only imagine how guilty your cousin must feel today. I'll refrain from any "will he be able to look you in the eye again" remarks. Enjoy your pain meds. Carl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Hooper Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 The best to you, Rod, and have a blessed recovery! Composer/Performer at Roger Hooper Music Product Trainer at CASIO www.rogerhooper.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RudyS Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 ow man... I wish you a lot of luck. Hope you get well soon Rudy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gangsu Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 Hi Rod, we don't know eachother but I'd like to add my wishes to the others for a speedy recovery. You live dangerously .. I'm sure you'll pull out of this one as well! Hang in there. "........! Try to make It..REAL! compared to what? ! ! ! " - BOPBEEPER Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cg1155 Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 Good luck with surgery. Incidentally we see this in the ER all the time - the worst culprit: Bungee cords. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bryce Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 Originally posted by Geoff Grace: Here's to a smooth procedure and a rapid and full recovery. dB ==> David Bryce Music • Funky Young Monks <== Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Zeger Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 Rod- May I recommend toasting your recovery with a still wine? Sorte boa para uma recuperação rápida. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dalpozlead Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 Boa sorte! Good Luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guestuserguestuser.com Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 Hope your surgery goes perfectly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magpel Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 Rod, that sucks! Hope everything comes out well. Be sure to kee[ us posted. Check out the Sweet Clementines CD at bandcamp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Horne Posted December 30, 2004 Share Posted December 30, 2004 Rod, I hope all goes well with your surgery. Report back to let us know how it turns out. All the best, DH No guitarists were harmed during the making of this message. In general, harmonic complexity is inversely proportional to the ratio between chording and non-chording instruments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markyboard Posted December 31, 2004 Share Posted December 31, 2004 I'm late to the well wishes here but you certainly have mine Rod. Hopefully it's over by now and you're well on your way to recovery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marino Posted December 31, 2004 Share Posted December 31, 2004 Since I'm still recovering from a (different) operation, I can sympathize. I wish everything went well with the surgery. And please, keep us posted! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod S Posted January 2, 2005 Author Share Posted January 2, 2005 Thanks for the kind words, I appreciate it. Surgery went well, doc came to check on me friday morning (he lives close to my parent's house, where I'm staying). Looks good so far. My vision seems to be getting better, now it's just a matter of rest (which is the worst part, since I'm not exactly the sit still type). I'm do back for a checkup tomorrow. The surgery itself went rather smooth, it's just awkward to be awake while they are working in your eye. I've been in a horrible mood, mostly because I hate staying at home and not do anything but the outlook is good. 20-30 days rest is the estimate, luckly I don't have anything big coming up the next few weeks. The doc has been even allowed me a bit of TV and internet time. Rod Korg Kronos X73 / ARP Odyssey / Motif ES Rack / Roland D-05 / JP-08 / SE-05 / Jupiter Xm / Novation Mininova / NL2X / Waldorf Pulse II MBP-LOGIC American Deluxe P-Bass, Yamaha RBX760 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Byrdman Posted January 3, 2005 Share Posted January 3, 2005 Originally posted by Rod S: Thanks for the kind words, I appreciate it. Surgery went well, doc came to check on me friday morning (he lives close to my parent's house, where I'm staying). Looks good so far. My vision seems to be getting better, now it's just a matter of rest (which is the worst part, since I'm not exactly the sit still type). I'm do back for a checkup tomorrow. The surgery itself went rather smooth, it's just awkward to be awake while they are working in your eye. I've been in a horrible mood, mostly because I hate staying at home and not do anything but the outlook is good. 20-30 days rest is the estimate, luckly I don't have anything big coming up the next few weeks. The doc has been even allowed me a bit of TV and internet time. RodTimes up. Time to get back into bed with your eye propped up above your heart. So do you now look like the Hathaway shirt man? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RABid Posted January 4, 2005 Share Posted January 4, 2005 This must be the year for forum members to go under the knife. My surgery was about 2 months ago. While the surgery was not too bad, 6 weeks of no lifting, no bike riding, etc just about sent me over the edge. I gained over 10 pounds during that time. Robert This post edited for speling. My Sweetwater Gear Exchange Page Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andre Lower Posted January 4, 2005 Share Posted January 4, 2005 Fala Rodrigo! I'm late too, but happy to know about your good prognostic. My wife is an ophthalmologist, and tells me this silly accident happens with astonishing frequency. The idea of covering the cork with some cloth is as sound as it gets. Now let's look at the bright side of it: Did you realize just how many people in this forum actually care about you? Strong wishes for a speedy and full recovery! "I'm ready to sing to the world. If you back me up". (Lennon to his bandmates, in an inspired definition of what it's all about). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MusicaL Posted January 4, 2005 Share Posted January 4, 2005 Hope you feel better soon!!! Take care! aL Gear: Yamaha MODX8, Mojo 61, NS2 73, C. Bechstein baby grand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marino Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 Rod - I'm very glad to hear the good news. And try to follow closely your doc's suggestion about recovering; your vision is much more important than a bit of boredom! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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