Another Chance

This picture is from the day after his surgery.

My father has been in the hospital since Monday morning. On Wednesday, my dad was given a second chance at life. The nurse explained to us that if this wasn't caught, there was a very high chance that it was only a matter of time (in the next week or two) that my dad would have suffered a severe heart attack and would not be here today. She explained that it would have been such a massive heart attack in which before even hitting the ground, he would have passed away. This is because my dad's main artery was 99% clogged which caused five areas to need repairing. Update: my dad has finished surgery and is now being monitored. "Everything had gone extremely well", said the surgeon. 

After the surgery, we got to see my dad, probably the most amazing thing that has even happened. The minute I saw him, I thought to myself "thank you". I could not explain the feeling of knowing that I'll be able to spend another day with my dad. Seeing him the way he is was the hardest, but most beautiful thing I have ever seen. My dad was blessed today. I truly can't wait to see him and have him back at home. As of today, Sunday October 25, my dad has moved rooms and he is out of icu. He is still being monitored but is doing extremely well and is back to the humorous Vince we all know and love. 

 I want to say thank you to the nurses that saved my dads life. I want to say thank you to one nurse in particular that made this all possible. She is the one that got my dad into the hospital as soon as he did and she is the reason why I'll be able to spend another day with my dad. Not just one day, but many days to come. I want to say thank you to the surgeons that rescued him. It's truly an amazing thing what people have the skill to do. And lastly, through all these hard times, I want to thank my family and friends from the bottom of my heart for the support you have shown and given to me and my family. To you, it may seem like something so small, but to my family and I, it means the world.

There is no feeling in the world knowing that I will be able to see my dad walk and talk again. Most importantly, my hero is alive and well. If all goes well, my popps will be home by Tuesday. My hero himself a day after the surgery:

 

This picture was from yesterday after visiting my hero. What amazes me is that no matter what condition my father is in, he always has a smile on his face.

I just wanted to say thank you to my mother and father for always being there for their children no matter what happens. Even after my dad has surgery, he kept telling me to worry about school and my exams and such. No amount of money in the world will ever compare to family. I couldn't be any happier to say that I get to see this beauty again and even happier to say I have many more days with my poppa by my side. Love you both. Thank you for being so strong. 

Family Is Everything

 Family has always been the most important thing in my life. In my family, we have always been extremely close and supportive of one another. I believe that in hard times, the only way to get through it is with family.

So the last few months have been difficult for the Grillone family. I'm not hear to explain my story or ask for sympathy. I'm writing this for the sole reason of the importance of family.

Last week, my dad started to develop a pain in his chest. A couple days later he went to see the doctor and the doctor has told him that he had to go to a stress test. After the stress test, he was told that he had a clogged artery and that he would need to go to the hospital for further tests.

On Monday, my mom and dad went to the hospital for his tests. After waiting hours upon hours, the test was finally completed and the doctors told my parents that his main artery was 90% clogged. He was told that he would need immediate heart surgery.

My dad is now being transferred to Trillium Hospital in Mississauga on Thursday in which he will undergo open heart surgery to remove the clog. As for us at home, we are trying to stay as strong as possible. I'm simply asking for prayers and support so my hero can come home safe and sound.

As they say "not all hero's wear capes". This guy right here is my hero. Even knowing all the things going on, he remains to keep a huge smile on his face. I would do anything in the world to take my dad out of that hospital bed and put me in that operating room. The family is trying to remain positive and keep the good vibes going. I cant wait to see you back at home again pappa. We love you and miss you so much.

In hard times like this, all you can do is be positive. Family is the most important thing in the world and shouldn't just be thought of when times are tough. We should aways keep our family close, no matter how hard the times get.

Thank you for listening, and tonight, gives your parents a big hug and just simply tell them you love them.

The Hardest Life Battles

I know many of you have not heard from me in a while. School gets busy, work becomes your home and life becomes hectic. Over the last couple of months, there has been many events that i would have liked to blog about and which I eventually will but just haven't had the time. Last week, I had logged onto Facebook and started to scroll down. I had seen a picture of my mothers cousin with a link attached to it reading "A Love Story - Aggressive MS".

 My mom's cousin is a young man in his forties by the name of Jerry. Jerry has always been a hard working man, working 70 hours every week. I am not very close with him but he always has a huge smile on his face at every family event. He is the type of man that brings great energy and is someone you want to be surrounded by.

Now, i don't want to make this into a guilt trip by any means, I just wanted to share his story. About four or five years ago, Jerry was diagnosed with a horrible disease by the name of Multiple Sclerosis. This is a long-lasting disease that can affect the brain, spinal cord, and the nervous system. Jerry now uses a wheelchair to get around.

When it comes to M.S, it is extremely difficult to get treatment that is able to cure. Jerry is now seeking treatment in Russia in order to help. With his strong wife by his side, he hopes to conquer this terrible disease.

I have had the opportunity to look at the bigger picture in life. It's not about money, or the car you drive or how big your house is. At the end of the day, people do not remember you for those things. Jerry needs to raise $20,000 in order to visit Russia for this treatment. I am not asking for anyone to donate their next paycheck. All I'm asking is to consider giving a few dollars in which any proceeds will help.

Once again, this blog has not been written to pressure anyone by any means. this blog has been written to motivate people to see the bigger picture in life because your life can change in the matter of seconds. 

Thank you all for reading and we all appreciate your support. 

Even if a donation is not possible, take one thing from this; remember to hug the ones you love 

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Life Lessons Vs. Education

This past week, I had the experience of graduation, prom, as well as going up to Wasaga beach for the weekend. Through all of this, I believe i learned more this week than i have learned in all of high school. I learned that high school teaches you more about life lessons than actual education. Don't get me wrong, every individual needs high school and the education that is taught, but i believe the life lessons that come with high school and much greater than the education itself.

These days, i have realized that you simply cannot trust people. If people have the chance, they will go against you it will not bother them the slightest bit. The inconsideration some people have nowadays is absolutely ridiculous. But why? I believe the reason for this is that people only give a shit about themselves and they will do whatever benefits them without thinking about others.

 I have also came to the conclusion that people either don't give two shits about you, or they simply care too much about what is going on in other peoples lives. What is the reason for talking shit about people? At this age, people are going to do whatever they want whether you like it or not. Some people are too caught up in what others are doing. I have learned in time that the smaller friend group you associate with, the less problems you will have.

This weekend I was able to determine who my true friends are and the people that actually acre about me. I have realized that you must surround yourself with positive people and people that will not bring you down. Four quarters is better than 100 pennies. Don't get caught up in other peoples lives. Surround yourself with good people that make you happen even if that means only hanging out with a small group of people. I'd just like to thank the many people that have always stuck by my side and have always had my back.  Much Love.

   

Stop For A Minute.

As i sit here in the newest hotspot of Bolton; Starbucks, i have had the time to just relax and think. It feels great to just sit back and relax, to get away from all the school, drama and other hectic things of life. Instead of being stressed about what i have for homework or how much i have to do this weekend, i decided to get away from the world. I decided to leave all my problems at home and just have some time to myself, to relax. Its been a busy year for me so far and i bet many of you can relate. Between homework, hockey, work and other activities, i haven't really had the time to just sit back.

call it "gay" or call me a "fag" for doing something like this. Try and do it once in a while and see how amazing it actually is. Come and enjoy a coffee and just take some time to relax. Don't worry about work tomorrow or all of the homework you have to finish on Sunday, or even that big test u have next week. Take a minute to sit back and enjoy life. Not many people are able to do something like this.

Must you ALWAYS be with friends? Or always hang out with a group of people? Get away from all the drama and go out by yourself. i can guarantee you that you will love it. Not a worry in the world can confront you. Try it. Have a great weekend and remember; don't be so stressed, you'll be just fine.

Bullying

It kills me to see how some people can be so rude and disrespectful. As many have heard, a girl by the name of Amanda Todd has passed away. This is because of a horrible thing called bullying. What is the point of bullying? To make yourself feel cool, or to make yourself feel better than someone else? To me, if you really have the guts to bully someone that badly, your a coward. No one deserves to be treated like that, no matter who you are.

As I have been on Facebook the past week or so, I have seen many groups for Amanda Todd. These groups consist of people who would love to help listen. This is amazing to see. Random people talking and listening to other people they don't even know get through a hard time in their life. Being there for them and helping them out. You see something amazing like this, then the other day, I wanted to search up the story of Amanda Todd. I saw her video on YouTube and wanted to cry. It was one of the most sad things I had ever seen. Seeing someone so hurt by someone else, absolutely torn apart. As I was scrolling through google, I saw many pictures of this poor girl that people edited with bleach and such. How can someone even think of doing that? These people think bullying is a joke. Someone that has edited a picture of this sort is a piece of shit and is clearly heartless. This girl has went through so much in her life. Even on Facebook I have seen some status' saying "oh it's her fault. Who cares". How could you even say something like that. Why don't you put yourself in her shoes and see how you feel? It killed me to see this. It broke my heart to see how horrible people treat each other

To be honest with you, I wish I had seen Amanda's video on youtube or even known her. I wish I could have been there to try and help her. I definitely would have listened to everything she had to say and I would have helped as much as I could. I hate to see people being hurt. No one deserves to be treated like this. I wish I could have tried to talk to her to make her realize how amazing she is and how she doesn't deserve this pain. No one deserves it. If there was just someone, anyone, there for her. Instead of being on the side of the bully. Being a bystander and not jumping in. Maybe this wouldn't have happened.

As I said before, I hate seeing people hurt. If anyone needs someone to talk to, don't be scared to come to me and talk. I would love to listen to everything you have to say.

For all the people that think bullying is "cool", think again. The only thing it is, is heartless. Take a second and think. Put yourself in that persons shoes and see how you feel getting bullied. Instead of being the bully, jump in and stop the bully. You may save a life.

Rest in peace Amanda Todd and many other victims of bullying. We love you and are here for you. Bullying will stop.

Meeting People

As I was searching for quotes, i stumbled upon this picture. As i was reading it, i thought to myself; this couldn't be any more true. 

In grade 8 i had many of my friends that i would hang out with and always talk to. After grade 8 was over, and i moved into high school, i realized that all people do is cause drama. Most people will talk behind your back and shit talk you like crazy. I have realized to stick with 3 or 4 of your best friends and cut everyone else out. All they do is cause drama and make your life harder than it should be. i realized that most people are really immature and like to start shit. For what reason? I have no clue. Till this day I am actually really happy that i don't associate with so many people. It is so much easier to cut people out of your life and surround yourself with people that make you smile and laugh. I was thinking about this after last night.

Last night i got to meet a couple of new people. I hung out with older people that i didn't really know. I thought it was going to be awkward. It turned out that it wasn't and it was actually one of the best nights I have had in a while. I realized how amazing it is to meet new people. We chilled in the Mc Donalds parking lot in one of their cars. We sat there and told stories, talked, and joked around. As i was sitting in the back seat, i thought to myself; "these are the people i want to be around". The people i was with were so chilled and fun to talk to. I didn't have to worry about drama, or fights or anything like that, we just sat there for hours and talked. I actually opened up and socialized a lot which doesn't usually happen. i'm usually shy around new people. i was proud that i had the chance to hang out with them, It made me realize that meeting new people is a great thing. 

Once in a while, its okay to separate yourself from your main group of friends. Try to meet new people. Don't be shy.