Thanks
That’s the main thing I want to say: thank you all, from the bottom of my heart. Your positive thoughts and prayers were uplifting (my wife Jen read them to me.)
Quick update: surgery did indeed go well but the docs say this is one of those things were it takes some monitoring over the next two weeks or so to see how successful it really was. Terrible headache today but the say that’s normal the first day.
I was kind of hoping I’d awaken with super brain powers, a la “Rookie of the Year” or “Limitless.” No sign of that, but it looks like I have about eight pairs of Depends that I will no longer need. Good enough for me!
Still in ICU now but am told I can move to a regular room later today. If I pass all my physical and mental tests I could be discharged as early as tomorrow. Still not sure when I can drive/resume regular work sked, but I’ll be back as soon as possible. No plans to milk the grace period my bosses have offered; when I can go off the tee again, I will.
This episode reminded me once again how lucky we are to live where we do, where folks look after each other. I won’t ever forget the way you guys supported me in a rough time. Thanks again. See you soon, when we can get back to sports.
January 18, 2013 - 10:59 AM
Sounds good, get well soon!
Work can always wait. Take it easy and get better.
Who said anything about a grace period?!? There’s a seat with your name on it for UVa-Tech next Thursday. Time to sharpen up the Hatchet and start firing up the readership again. …
We miss you at Lee-Hi Lanes, Aaron. hurry, get well and come back!
And I gladly will now step aside and let you reclaim your blog.
Aaron, I’m SO GLAD the surgery went well, and I am not surprised your readers offered up such awesome support! You’re the master, man!
Take care, sending big beams of healing prayers and love your way!
xoxo Beth
Get well soon, Aaron!
Brain surgery yesterday, going home tomorrow? Yowza.
God bless you, Aaron. Glad your surgery went well and you’re recovering. Take your time; we’ll all be waiting on, and rooting for, you.
So glad you’re doing okay and things are moving forward, Aaron. You have a lot of people in your corner.
Aaron, good luck buddy, our thoughts are with you! Get well soon!!!
I have to agree with Steve78…the work will be here when you’re ready and able. A full recovery is what we’re concerned about…
Aaron, sounds encouraging. Odds in Lynchburg are 3 to 1 that you will be home and driving before Beamer names a coaching staff. Make us winners, buddy.
You are one of my favorite columnists! So glad you’re recovering! Best wishes.
Aaron: You’ve never met me, but I used to be your mom’s sister-in-law (Dan’s X). Just wanted you to know that my prayers for you this week will continue for your full recovery. This comes to you from Lillian, Alabama, on state line of FL/AL – near Pensacola! Keep faithful to the Great Healer!
Great news, hope you get back home soon!
Great news Aaron. You have been in our thoughts and prayers. Wishing you a speedy recovery!
-billy Hicks and CS Basketball Family
Amac glad to hear all is good so far. I think we have some good times ahead with tech football, and I hope bb too. Rest up, get well and come back strong ! Best Wishes!
awesome news – thanks for the update and glad to hear the jokes.
Thinking of you and your family, Aaron!
God Bless you Aaron and we are happy for you and your family.
Take care of yourself, at least you have plenty of time catalog some songs
As a west coast VT alum who considers you a must read and has followed your columns for years I am very glad to hear you are on the mend. Very best wishes for a speedy recovery!
So glad to hear you are better A-Man. Take your time, we want you at full strength. Your physical test should be a breeze but some are wondering if you could have passed the mental test even before your procedure. You will probably do better now. Just kidding of course. (hope that sounded sincere). We’ll keep the good thoughts and prayers going. Update us now and again.
I am happy to hear that tou are now on the road to recovery. I will pray for a speedy recovery for you. God bless .
Best news I’ve heard all day. Glad you’re on the way back from the DL. Maybe you can write a few things for that free Roanoke newspaper as sort of a rehab stint!
Aaron – very glad to hear that you are OK! Looking forward to reading your blog and columns again when you are fully recovered.
All the best to you and Jen, from your fellow Terp -
Katie
Glad things went well. Take your time and really get well.
The Orrie is glad to see the spunk once again .
Sure your fellow teammates at the alley are awaiting your return to greatness.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery ..
Great news. Take your time, get healthy, not for the job but for your family. Jobs are everywhere, there’s only one family. Now that I’ve said that, hurry back, Crooked Road is auditioning for your job and that ‘WOULD” be tragic.
When can we start to tease you about having a hole in your head?
Very happy you are recovering. Best to you and all your loved ones.
Glad you’re recovering nicely, Aaron. Hope the doctor didn’t remove your Obscure Lyric Generator.
Glad to hear it Aaron. Been thinking and praying for you and your family. Take it easy and do what the Dr. say!!! Will be checking on you.
Ditto all sentiments already expressed. Take care.
Good news…hang in there!
Here’s hoping you will finally be able to break 100 bowling. Heal quickly!
Hello Aaron…..aunt Ruth, my wife, Joan, & I read the good news over dinner.Our prayers and best wishes are for you and all the family.. God b with u.
Aaron, great to hear you’re still kicking straight from the man himself! I’ll take that as a really good sign that you are headed to a speedy recovery. God bless you and your family AMac , we’re all pulling for you!
Aaron is amongst the few writers who I draw inspiration to write opinion pieces for GobblerCountry.com. I am thrilled that the surgery went well and you are on the mend.
Can’t wait to read your next column, especially the Q&A columns.
GREAT news Aaron. Prayers are answered and will continue to be. Be a good patient and listen to the Dr., I know that is hard for most men to do. Will be checking daily on your progress.
Sara Bailey
hey Buddy!
Got a coupla six-packs I’m sneakin in tonight. See you in a few.
Pete
Great news! Speedy recovery Aaron.
Glad you’re alright, Aaron. Get better.
Good luck from a reader in Fredericksburg! Best wishes on a speedy recovery.
Great to hear, Aaron. Glad everything’s ok.
Great news, get well soon Buddy!
Get better Aaron. Just heard The Earl of Baltimore has passed away. Sad day for O’s fans everywhere.
As Tom Mees once said, “[So and so] is listed as day-to-day. But then, aren’t we all?”
Really glad to see this post, by your own hand, and hopefully the next two weeks will bring you nothing but good news.
Get well soon Aaron!
Glad to hear all’s going well, Aaron. Hurry back. It’s been amazing to read all the well wishes from everyone. Helps restore the faith in mankind.
We are all waiting for an updated blog from you! Please give us an update and let us know when you are able to get home (already there?) and keep us posted. Our thoughts and prayers continue for you, Aaron. We can’t wait to learn that you will soon be writing again!
Maggie and Tom
Get well soon Bro!
Glad the surgery went well. Hope you can get back on the tee soon
Whether you are in hospital or home, I hope your headache goes away and you feel better soon. There is no hurry to tee it up and the work will always be there. Take it easy man and be well.
Aaron- great to here things are going well for you. I know of several families in your old home town of Leonardtown who have said a special prayer for you Best wishes.
Get well soon Aaron. Your friend Hokie Mark in Baltimore. Go Birds! : Gobblers, O’s & Ravens
Greetings from San Antonio and Brooke Army Medical Center. Aaron: my family and I are very happy to hear that your surgery went well and that you are on the mend. This is good news! Sounds like you have lots of folks who are concerned about your well being. Thanks also to Jen (in military parlance “The Household Six” because she covers your back) for her role in your recovery. Best Regards. Jody Warren
So glad to hear things went well. Looking forward to your return in the Sports pages.
Aaron – I’ve been out of town but wholeheartedly agree with all of the sentiments expressed above. And though it hardly matters in the grand scheme of things, there will be *plenty* of sports-world goings-on to get caught up on once you return. Best of luck with your recovery.
Jody Warren – if you are a Hokie please join the San Antonio Chapter of the Alumni Association. You can look us up online.
Aaron, glad it appears you are on the mend.
Aaron…..I’m down here in Florida now in SEC Hell… Ive got gators, bama, auburn and Georgia people all around me although I am only 75 miles from Tallahasse on the gulf….. so the occasional FSU person shows up around here…. So you are my connection to Blacksburg….!!! be well and look forward to your continued stream of news….BTW….please get well very soon ! RSC
Aaron, glad to hear surgery went well and you are on your way to recovery.
Take care of yourself and get back soon…miss your articles.
HM
Holy snikies – Just got back in town, had no idea this was going on with the A-Man. Glad to hear that the procedure went well.
You do realize, it’s only ‘minor surgery’ when it’s on someone else…right?
Take care A-Man. I wish you a fast & full recovery.
Wait … Is Aaron Manti’s fantasy girlfriend? The timing’s about right …
Aaron,
I am glad to hear your surgery went well and I hope you have a speedy recovery. Take it easy and get well soon. I look forward to seeing you on the media floor of Lane Stadium press box this fall.
I will keep you in my prayers.
Wally
Very anxious to hear how Aaron is getting along. Could someone give us a “Heads Up” on his recovery? Thanks much.
Sara Bailey
There is no such thing as minor surgery. Hope you are resting and recovering well.
Miss ya big fella. In your honor I have a name the song for everybody.
It seems you’re having some trouble
In dealing with these changes
Living with these changes
The world is a scary place
Aaron,
Prayers for a speedy recovery.
Look forward to reading more from you soon.
Sincerely,
Walt
Looking forward to having you back soon.
My mother is in Roanoke and may need the same surgery. I’m having trouble finding the right MD and would like to ask you about your experience. Glad your surgery went well and look forward to your return. Eric
hi Aaron and Jen, could we get an update on how things are going. It’s been awhile since we heard and our folks keep asking about Aaron’s condition. At your convenience send us a a liner to thank you and God bless you.