OT: Get Well, Naples!

Spooky · Post by **Spooky** » Fri Apr 09, 2010 9:04 am

In. I say let's do a PayPal thing.

Keep up the Progress Napes!!!!!

RobVarak · Post by **RobVarak** » Fri Apr 09, 2010 10:13 am

I will send out an e-mail tonight with my PayPal e-mail and my snail mail addresses. You guys can decide how you want to donate.

Post by **ScoopBrady** » Fri Apr 09, 2010 10:35 am

I'll donate what I can too. I would suggest getting something for Naples and his wife instead of something like a jersey just because they have both been through hell during this time and both could use our support. Just a thought, I'm cool with the jersey too.

Leebo33 · Post by **Leebo33** » Fri Apr 09, 2010 12:08 pm

I'm in (via snailmail...refuse to use Paypal unless it's a last resort) as long as it's a Malkin jersey.

TheGamer2 · Post by **TheGamer2** » Fri Apr 09, 2010 12:27 pm

I can drop something in the mail as well.

MizzouRah · Post by **MizzouRah** » Fri Apr 09, 2010 1:10 pm

Great news, thanks Dan!

RobVarak · Post by **RobVarak** » Fri Apr 09, 2010 5:57 pm

OK, I sent PM's to (hopefully) all of you who expressed an interest in donating. If you didn't get a PM, send me one and I'll send along the info.

I'll accept donations for a week or so, and then we'll make a call about what to do with the cash.

Diablo25 · Post by **Diablo25** » Fri Apr 09, 2010 8:05 pm

RobVarak wrote:OK, I sent PM's to (hopefully) all of you who expressed an interest in donating. If you didn't get a PM, send me one and I'll send along the info.

I'll accept donations for a week or so, and then we'll make a call about what to do with the cash.

Just transferred some $ to my PayPal acct. (it was at 0.00

) Expect my donation early next week Rob.

sportdan30 · Post by **sportdan30** » Sat Apr 10, 2010 9:49 am

Facebook update:

Spending the nght with Marcus! First day of Rehab was AMAZING-- he is even stronger than we thought in the core muscles. Got dressed today, shaved himself, and did speech, OT, and PT. Last day of antibiotics, so hopefully PICC line will come out soon. Still has gnarly rash, and no improvements in hearing. (From Jen)

fyi, his Birthday is today.

Zeppo · Post by **Zeppo** » Sat Apr 10, 2010 1:10 pm

I love the idea of a fun gift which would lift his spirits, and hers I'm sure, and for a long time to come. But I also like the idea of cold, hard cash, because as someone mentioned earlier, I'm sure there is quite a bit of strain on the finances because of this situation. I don't know what would be best, but I do know I'm proud to be part of this community and that we all miss Naples and wish him and his family the best.

GameSeven · Post by **GameSeven** » Sat Apr 10, 2010 3:46 pm

Been away on vacation but caught up over the past couple of days. Please forward me the Paypal info as well.

I'm glad to hear the positive updates and I hope for continued improvement for our DSP brother. Stay strong, friend.

The_Dancing_Jew · Post by **The_Dancing_Jew** » Mon Apr 12, 2010 7:29 am

Hey all! I had been away for two weeks but when I got back last night was quite a pleasant surprise as Marc has the trach out, can talk, has some movement in his legs, but most importantly is the same old Marc we all know and love. I showed him the Flyers-Rangers and Union highlights on my CPU, and he was very pleased. All good news.

pk500 · Post by **pk500** » Mon Apr 12, 2010 9:02 am

Mega! Keep us posted.

webdanzer · Post by **webdanzer** » Mon Apr 12, 2010 9:05 am

Awesome news. Really, really good to hear.

RobVarak · Post by **RobVarak** » Mon Apr 12, 2010 10:36 pm

More good news from Mrs. Naples via Facebook:

Jennifer Greene Naples Still making excellent progress. Legs are getting stronger, core is strengthening. Still no change in hearing, but working hard to get better! Will have a "conference" with the physicians on Thursday to get a tentative discharge date... Keeping our fingers crossed that the prognosis is good!

Macca00 · Post by **Macca00** » Tue Apr 13, 2010 12:40 am

That's great to hear!

RobVarak · Post by **RobVarak** » Wed Apr 14, 2010 4:07 pm

Great response to the gift $ drive, guys! The money is still streaming in. I'll probably keep taking contributions until next Wednesday or Thursday, as I know there are a couple of you who said that you would get me the funds early next week.

Naples39 · Post by **Naples39** » Wed Apr 14, 2010 4:13 pm

Hey guys,

This thread is impressive to read. Thanks for all the support.

Truth is, I barely know what happened to me, and have learned details in this thread. I just remember thinking I had a routine fever and laid out of work. Next thing I know I wake up in the hospital and several weeks have passed and docs are telling me I've made great progress.

I think I am out of the woods in terms of serious medical problems now that I am in rehab. Will be a few more weeks before I have full control of my legs and can walk and go home. And I still can't hear. I saw a specialiist today who said he expects my hearing tome come back in time. Makes me nervous to do nothing but wait and hope, but what do you do?

Patience patience patience. Thankfully I have a great family who has been VERY supportive, and some great friends here. And for those wondering, AFAIK, my insurance is covering everything. Also, this is first time since being admitted to the hospital in early March I've had the focus to sit down and use a computer!!

webdanzer · Post by **webdanzer** » Wed Apr 14, 2010 4:20 pm

GREAT to hear from you Naples. Must be crazy to 'wake up' to all you've been through. I'm sure I'm not alone in this, but the best info I have been getting from DSP lately has been the little updates now and then that have listed your various improvements. And your post is another one!

Rest up, get better, and boy is it nice to see you pop in and post here!

10spro · Post by **10spro** » Wed Apr 14, 2010 4:21 pm

Great to hear from ya, Naples. Hope you continue to get better every day. This is great news.

Spooky · Post by **Spooky** » Wed Apr 14, 2010 4:23 pm

NAPLES!!!!! Dude! WTF?!?!?!! SO great to read that you're on the fast track back. Thanks for the post/update!!!

DChaps · Post by **DChaps** » Wed Apr 14, 2010 4:37 pm

Marc, it is great to see you posting! Keep up the good work and postive attitude!

dbdynsty25 · Post by **dbdynsty25** » Wed Apr 14, 2010 4:38 pm

Nice...welcome back Naples! Continue to make progress little by little...we're all pullin' for you.

pk500 · Post by **pk500** » Wed Apr 14, 2010 4:39 pm

RobVarak wrote:Great response to the gift $ drive, guys! The money is still streaming in. I'll probably keep taking contributions until next Wednesday or Thursday, as I know there are a couple of you who said that you would get me the funds early next week.

Just sent you a donation via PayPal. Sorry for the delay.

pk500 · Post by **pk500** » Wed Apr 14, 2010 4:42 pm

Holy sh*t, Naples: You're back! FANTASTICO!

Do everything you need to get better. We're all pulling for you, dude!