Tonight was one of those nights when you realize how fragile life really is. My uncle Bob & aunt Carla were visiting from Kansas City, KS & wanted to take my mom, dad, my aunt Bev, & I out for fish. We chose to go to a place that is usually packed, but the food is worth the wait. Outside @ that time, it was 85 degrees, dew point 72, & heat index 91. Inside of the restaurant either the A/C wasn't working, or there was just so much body heat & opening & closing of the door that it couldn't keep up. About an hour into our wait, it was announced our table was ready, & all of a sudden my dad said he didn't feel good & was going to step outside. When he did, his legs got rubbery, & he collapsed on the parking lot. Thankfully he felt it coming on, so he landed gently. He began to gag & vomit, & was very weakened. The ambulance was called & he was taken to the ER. He underwent cardio tests, & was put on an IV to help hydrate him. The results showed that the heat caused his heart to race (he's had minor problems with a racing heart (tachycardia) for over 25 years) & that's why he collapsed. His potassium levels were down a bit too. After 3 hrs. in the ER he was released, & walked out on his own energy, laughing & joking about his incident a bit even.  The restaurant owner was so nice during the whole thing. She gaves us all free take out orders, was there to put cold compresses on my dad's face, & stayed with him & my mom until the ambulance got there. We will DEFINITELY go there again, except on a much cooler & less crowded day next time. Have a great weekend everyone, & keep hydrated!!  *HUGS & FOOTRUBS* ladies..  *HANDSHAKES* guys..  
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butterfly943
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Aug 15 @ 12:11AM
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OMGosh Jim I bet it scared you to death...thank God hes ok 
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MrPaul
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Aug 15 @ 12:13AM
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Jim, I am so glad he is ok. I will be praying for him
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hpylady_
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Aug 15 @ 1:11AM
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ooooooo my .. sure glad he's doing better ... that heat will sneak up on you
take care and stay cool 
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Nightowl001
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Aug 15 @ 1:32AM
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Glad to hear it wasn't anything more serious, WSOR. Might be thinking about getting your dad one of those little things you wear around your neck to keep you cooler! And remind him to stay hydrated! (Gatorade is good!)
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mystery2u888
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Aug 15 @ 4:04AM
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I am glad he is alright..... Electrolytes go completely off balanced even if you are working out too much........it doesn't take much at all........always have to be very careful
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daisy315
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Aug 15 @ 5:51AM
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glad your dad is doing ok.. I use those little folded hankerchefs that Noghtowl mentioned.. they have a gel in them that you refrigerate... or you can just wet them down.. they work wonders..
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oceanlover734
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Aug 15 @ 7:27AM
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That is scary. Made me think how we really need to listen to our bodies. Glad all was well.
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Waggie
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Aug 15 @ 1:24PM
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I'm so sorry about your dad, glad he is okay!!!
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lazareth
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Aug 15 @ 3:00PM
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Bless your heart..... So glad your dad is OK... the heat can really pull a number on ya so even those in the best of health need to take precautions.....
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sybnann
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Aug 15 @ 6:30PM
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Ok my friend, first...hugs back. Second, I am so glad that not only is your dad alright but that his problem has seemed to be figured out, I DO suggest a hat for him. When the scalp gets too hot, it is hard on the whole body.
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blkfoot1954
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Aug 15 @ 10:10PM
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I am so glad your father is ok.The heat is not good for the elderly,sometimes they don't feel the effects until it is to late.
Hugsssssssssssss
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luneib
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Aug 21 @ 11:12AM
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Oh my gosh, your poor Dad, that would have me shaken up had it been one of my family members. Glad that he is OK.
I know, we all have to make an effort to stay hydrated in this weather.
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Loreli
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Aug 21 @ 1:00PM
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Just saw this....glad your Dad is okay.
Hugs.
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