We're on Common Ground

- Vice President Dick Cheney -

This past Saturday, vice president Dick Cheney received a donor heart transplant.  As of today, March 27, 2012 the report is that he is doing well.
http://www.news-medical.net/news/20120326/Dick-Cheneye28099s-heart-transplant-success-at-71.aspx
I am certain that neither Dick Cheney nor his family is concerned with  achievements, accolades, or his age.  All life is precious!

I raise my glass of chocolate Glucerna diabetic shake to you and say "Happy Birthday, Dick."

~Coach Chip
Heart Transplant Recipient (11/3/2010)

Recognizing the Warning Signals

Unplanned Hospital Visit


Tuesday, February 28 I came into the St. Joseps's Heart Failure Center for a routine check and to discuss the symptoms I was aware of.  I phoned Tracy, my transplant coordinator to let her know four days prior to my visit.  

Game plan:  have  the Allomap (a non-evasive blood test used to assure no rejection in a transplanted heart) then back home to conduct the two scheduled presentations on risk  factors and the fight against heart disease.  Or so I thought.  I was admitted immediately and was on my way to yet another procedure called a TEE.  This is an ultrasound echo "thing" that is swallowed for a closer look at the heart valves through the esophagaus.  Not as bad as it sounds.

The right heart catherization and simultaneous biospy shows rare but conflicting results which were sent to the Mayo Clinic for further review.  My doctors are careful to leave no stone unturned.  I can appreciate that.  This is to be a ten day wait.

Hopefully thru me sharing information -- you get it.  Not to use scare tactics to motivate anyone, but to educate those of you who want to prevent heart disease.  And to indicate to many that though February is Heart Awareness Month, heart health is an everday factor.  When the heart is happy ALL the organs are happy.

To your health, 

~Coach Chip

Keep On Ticking

Not Tired Yet 

Call to book me as a speaker for your business agenda, church, club or organization.  We are signing up for functions in March and April now.

You know that the schedule for "A Second Chance" has been pretty hectic.  We aren't finished yet.  "A Second Chance" has been Chip'n Away at Heart Disease  with good success and I have had to reorder.  Books and bracelets too are getting in the hands of those in need as well as those interested in having their personal copy.

Veterans High School and Houston County High School have placed a couple copies in the school libraries.  THANKS to both the principals for their support!

I have enjoyed the speaking engagements and meeting new people.  You know what helps...that we are not alone in experiences.  It doesn't bother me to talk about what happened.  It is sorta like loss of a loved one.  It is difficult to act as though they were never on the face of the earth.  There are constant reminders and the emotional affect of dealing with loss which can feel like it was yesterday, even if it was years ago.  A miracle happened to me.  Why shouldn't I share that?  It helps to talk so I am going to keep on ticking.

~Coach Chip

This One is for YOU !

DON'T GET TIRED OF HEARING IT . . . .

It's not about me, but the many who suffer with some form of cardiovascular disease.  I will fight for you.  Can I count on your help? 

Cardiovascular disease refers to conditions that involve narrowed or blocked blood vessels that can lead to a heart attack, chest pain (angina) or stroke.

Most of the time heart disease can be prevented or treated with healthy lifestyle choices.  For example, treatments include some prescription medications as well as cardiovascular activity and a low carbohydrate, healthy foods diet.

No, it doesn't mean surgery. . . don't get that messed up in your head.  Please don't skip regular be aware of risk factors and get regular check-ups.   I didn't want to hear that I was sick.  My condition could only be treated with a new heart.  I wanted to live.  AND I WANT YOU TO LIVE TOO.

Check out my itinerary . . . come see me.   ~Coach Chip

A Hearty Hobby and (Chore)

I am a Bermuda grass man myself :)

I am asked many times if I have any more games left in me or if I would want to come back to maintain the playing fields I once kept for the school system.  I am comfortable to say "no" to both questions.  I am perfectly content watching from the stands.  Sometimes we have to know when to say when.  Keep in mind I was in good health during my tenure in the school system.  I retired because it was t i m e after 32 years of dedication.

When I did coach, a part-time task was to take care of four playing fields by myself.  That's right-I said it.  Full-time after retirement until late June, 2010.   I couldn't let home be deprived because of the amount of time at the other four locations that I maintained.  I was proud of the accomplishments and the community began to notice as well as understand what went into this major task.

What do you think?

Me too. 

I enjoyed talking about grass and lawn care.  I would attend turfgrass meetings to stay abreast of the trade.  Many times I would call Field Managers for large colleges or universities.  It was obvious when I had someone on the other end of the phone that love what they did to keep the fields looking good for televised games.

It is time for you to put out the pre-emergence on the lawn.  This is necessary to stop the weeds from overtaking your lawn in the spring. 

~Coach Chip

COACH Chip's Itinerary - Follow Us

Grow into a community of supporters. 

Tell your friends, neighbors and help fight cardiovascular disease.

Itinerary:   Feb. 3    National Wear Red - support women in the fight
                             against heart disease

Book Signing and Speakng Engagements

        Feb. 4    Mable White Baptist Church   *Book Signing
        Feb. 4    Celebrations Event Cntr.  *Book Signing Launch Party*
        Feb. 7    Warner Robins Rotary Club  *Speaking/Book Signing
        Feb. 25  The Galleria Mall - Centerville
        Feb 26   Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church *Speaking/Book Signing
           Feb. 27  The International Optimist Club *Speaking/Book Signing
        Mar.  1   Mayor & Minister's Meeting

FOR MORE INFORMATION:  Call 478-396-8224

Thanks to all for helping to make a difference in the lives of the community, your congregation and your family.  I appreciate the oopportunity to join efforts to save lifes and share with anyone who understands the need to maintain a healthier lifestyle!   To contact me call 478*396*8224. 

~Coach Chip

Itinerary of Events

MORE TO COME . . .


I am looking forward to seeing you!  We will be Chip'n Away at Heart Disease somewhere near you.  February is Heart Awareness Month and I will be out (as usual) telling my story, stating the facts.  Your involvement can help to change somebody's life if not your own.  Take a chance on feeling better!  

We are on this planet together.  We might as well live together, laugh,watch some sports and enjoy good health . . ~Coach Chip

I T I N E R A R Y

Museum of Aviation, W. Robins                     Feb. 1  11:30 a.m.       

Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta       Feb,  2    7:30 a.m. to  9:30 p.m.        

Mable White Baptist Church, Macon            Feb.  4   7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.        

Celebrations Event Center, W. Robins       Feb.  4   4:00 p.m. to  8:00 p.m.  LAUNCH PARTY!!

Warner Robins Rotary Club, W. Robins        Feb.  7  12:00 p.m.                              

Union Grove Baptist Church                          Feb.  19 10:30a.m.                              

Business Conf. & Techno Expo, Macon        Feb.  23 & 24    All day                      

Galleria Mall, Centerville                               Feb.  5 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.       

Int’l City Optimist Club, W. Robins                Feb.  27   12:00                                

Mayor & Minister’s Meeting, W. Robins      March 1  11:45a.m.