For all of my friends that I have discussed this with, Jim G, Tom from Eldora and Hartford, Rich, Derrick, Chuck, Scott, & Bob (of mudclod fame), whether it be on line or in person at the track, I had my required surgery yesterday. All went as well as it could have they tell me. I am now at home for a few weeks relaxing and am in very little pain actually, but there is some healing to do along with some serious light duty. Everything that did not belong inside of me has now been taken out.

And for everyone else here who knows me, the news above is for you, also. I just opted not to tell you up front. I just wanted to wait until it was good news.

I'll start catching up with all of you come next April-ish. That is good news, too.

I don't know you but get well 🏁

Great news Mike ! Take care.

Wishing you quick and complete healing.

Hopefully all goes well post prognosis is good, racers/fans are all family to us. Best of recovery!

Thanks for all of the well wishes, guys. I failed to thank all up front in my first post here.

I am a very lucky man. Heck, before all of this was discovered and rectified, I would have said the same thing anyways.

Enough of me, though, let's get back to racing.

Good luck Mike and listen to those doctors!

Tom Paterson

Thanks, Tom. At least mine was "elective" vice your last go-round.

i wondered why my Coors Light stock was tanking. Get well soon Mike. The world is a better place with you at the track.

As Mrs. G always tells me Keep fighting the good fight, See ya next racing season