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Post by willywonka666 on Sept 12, 2012 13:11:25 GMT -5
Man, it's insane that King recovered so fast. I can't wait for the comeback pop. I hope they keep it for a special occasion. Assuming he completely recovers and is able/wants to return, they absolutely need to televise his return. Maybe it could be Memphis as was mentioned awhile back. It's almost a month from now
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Post by Lardlad on Sept 12, 2012 13:15:05 GMT -5
TMZ's got a similar story on their site, but with quotes from Lawler's other son now: www.tmz.com/2012/09/12/jerry-the-king-lawler-awake-alert-and-responsive/Kevin Lawler is saying Jerry's still intubated, but he's able to communicate by writing detailed notes. Really does sound like he is going to end up being fine. Wow. When I first clicked the TMZ link, I thought that was a picture of Lawler in the hospital from this morning and had to do a double take.
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Post by lildude8218 on Sept 12, 2012 13:17:04 GMT -5
Not only do I expect him to return but I expect Punk to pick up right where he left off and probably make an offensive comment about the heart attack because Jerry told him to do it backstage.
Something to the effect of:
Punk: What are you going to do, old man? Nothing. Working too hard gave you a heart attack-ack-ack-ack-ack. You oughta know by now!
(Yeah, I was was just listening to Billy Joel)
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Post by Ben Wyatt on Sept 12, 2012 13:19:08 GMT -5
Not only do I expect him to return but I expect Punk to pick up right where he left off and probably make an offensive comment about the heart attack because Jerry told him to do it backstage. Something to the effect of: Punk: What are you going to do, old man? Nothing. Working too hard gave you a heart attack-ack-ack-ack-ack. You oughta know by now! (Yeah, I was was just listening to Billy Joel) I wouldnt be shocked. I also think the pop later that night, if Lawler did a run in and hit Punk with a pliedriver would be off the charts
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Post by Deleted on Sept 12, 2012 13:55:18 GMT -5
Wow, wonderful news all around. As someone said before, these types of events usually end in tears. Thankfully, this was not one of those times.
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Post by El Hijo del Havoc on Sept 12, 2012 14:00:34 GMT -5
I wonder why he can't talk, just overall weakness from the experience? He may still have tube and things in at the moment making it not possible to speak. More than likely. When I went to the ER for choking on my vomit in my sleep (No alcohol involved), I couldn't speak for 2-4 days after they took out my endotracheal tube. The throat is just so dry and sore that it's hard to even say 2 syllable words. I can't imagine how long Lawler will be able to speak after a heart attack (Maybe a week at the most?)
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Post by sagsag on Sept 12, 2012 14:06:11 GMT -5
More positive words from his girlfriend: Jerry Lawler sounded good, in the background. He wasn’t up to talking to a reporter – the doctors just removed his breathing tube – but things are looking better in the kingdom. “He’s doing really well,” said Lauryn McBride, Lawler’s girlfriend. “(Tuesday), I was a little concerned and I was scared. Today, I have high hopes. He's smiling and laughing.” Lawler suffered a heart attack Monday night at a WWE “Raw” event in Montreal. There have been all sorts of reports since then, including some mentioning potential brain damage. “I don’t know where that came from,” said McBride. “His brain is fine. "The doctor told us that we're very, very fortunate, not only that he was where he was, but that he works for such a wonderful company.” McBride was watching the event on TV Monday night, when she noticed Lawler’s chair was empty. “I knew something wasn't right, because he wasn’t texting me,” she said. “But I officially heard from the show when Michael Cole came on and told everybody.” McBride said Lawler was much more lively Wednesday morning and – before his breathing tube was taken out – asked for a pen and paper so he could write out some questions. “He said he thought we were in Aruba,” she said. Only with more tubes, evidently. By the time I called, Lawler was talking. Indeed, you could hear him in the background. “He’s aware of how much people care about him,” she said. “This has been a reminder. It’s going to take him a little time to get back, but we’re feeling good about it.” www.commercialappeal.com/news/2012/sep/12/geoff-calkins-lawler-doing-really-well-after-heart/
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Post by wwefan71080 on Sept 12, 2012 14:11:58 GMT -5
More positive words from his girlfriend: Jerry Lawler sounded good, in the background. He wasn’t up to talking to a reporter – the doctors just removed his breathing tube – but things are looking better in the kingdom. “He’s doing really well,” said Lauryn McBride, Lawler’s girlfriend. “(Tuesday), I was a little concerned and I was scared. Today, I have high hopes. He's smiling and laughing.” Lawler suffered a heart attack Monday night at a WWE “Raw” event in Montreal. There have been all sorts of reports since then, including some mentioning potential brain damage. “I don’t know where that came from,” said McBride. “His brain is fine. "The doctor told us that we're very, very fortunate, not only that he was where he was, but that he works for such a wonderful company.” McBride was watching the event on TV Monday night, when she noticed Lawler’s chair was empty. “I knew something wasn't right, because he wasn’t texting me,” she said. “But I officially heard from the show when Michael Cole came on and told everybody.” McBride said Lawler was much more lively Wednesday morning and – before his breathing tube was taken out – asked for a pen and paper so he could write out some questions. “He said he thought we were in Aruba,” she said. Only with more tubes, evidently. By the time I called, Lawler was talking. Indeed, you could hear him in the background. “He’s aware of how much people care about him,” she said. “This has been a reminder. It’s going to take him a little time to get back, but we’re feeling good about it.” www.commercialappeal.com/news/2012/sep/12/geoff-calkins-lawler-doing-really-well-after-heart/Sounds like hes going to come back to the table and not retire if that last sentance says what I think it does, if so that is amazing news
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Post by Crappler El 0 M on Sept 12, 2012 14:14:59 GMT -5
Awesome news that he didn't suffer brain damage and that he is communicating in coherent, detailed ways through writing. Long live the King.
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Post by mattperiolat on Sept 12, 2012 14:17:30 GMT -5
The crazy little SOB is going to will himself back to the table. While the fan in me is cheering him on, there is another side that wants him to take it slow, take his time. He got a massive warning shot across his bow here, so let's be at least 90% sure he will be OK before we ever start queuing up Gates of Kiev, what say?
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Post by repomark on Sept 12, 2012 14:41:44 GMT -5
Great news that his recovery is going well. Take it easy King, you are in all our thoughts.
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Post by Error on Sept 12, 2012 14:44:16 GMT -5
The crazy little SOB is going to will himself back to the table. While the fan in me is cheering him on, there is another side that wants him to take it slow, take his time. He got a massive warning shot across his bow here, so let's be at least 90% sure he will be OK before we ever start queuing up Gates of Kiev, what say? I cannot speak for Lawler obviously but a lot of people need that job, feeling of need or goal to keep on with life. It very well could be that goal to make it back to the announce table that aids in his recovery. I agree with taking it slow and putting his health first but willing himself to get back to the announce table (or God forbid ring) could be just the thing he needs too.
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Post by mattperiolat on Sept 12, 2012 14:48:11 GMT -5
The crazy little SOB is going to will himself back to the table. While the fan in me is cheering him on, there is another side that wants him to take it slow, take his time. He got a massive warning shot across his bow here, so let's be at least 90% sure he will be OK before we ever start queuing up Gates of Kiev, what say? I cannot speak for Lawler obviously but a lot of people need that job, feeling of need or goal to keep on with life. It very well could be that goal to make it back to the announce table that aids in his recovery. I agree with taking it slow and putting his health first but willing himself to get back to the announce table (or God forbid ring) could be just the thing he needs too. I'm all in favor of that, but there is no rush. If his doctors give him the all clear, by all means, especially if it keeps his spirits up and him motivated. I do NOT want him back if there is any chance of another heart attack. He may not be so lucky next time.
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Post by 543Y2J on Sept 12, 2012 14:56:34 GMT -5
Great news that his recovery is going well. Take it easy King, you are in all our thoughts.
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Post by memphis25 on Sept 12, 2012 14:59:49 GMT -5
All these years of clean living has truly paid off for Lawler! I just can't imagine King getting this lucky avoiding brain damage if he spent all these years drinking hard and doing drugs.
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Post by RedDevil on Sept 12, 2012 15:15:14 GMT -5
Amazing news coming through at a steady rate now - finally starting to relax a little about the situation.
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Post by amaron on Sept 12, 2012 15:33:44 GMT -5
The crazy little SOB is going to will himself back to the table. While the fan in me is cheering him on, there is another side that wants him to take it slow, take his time. He got a massive warning shot across his bow here, so let's be at least 90% sure he will be OK before we ever start queuing up Gates of Kiev, what say? I cannot speak for Lawler obviously but a lot of people need that job, feeling of need or goal to keep on with life. It very well could be that goal to make it back to the announce table that aids in his recovery. I agree with taking it slow and putting his health first but willing himself to get back to the announce table (or God forbid ring) could be just the thing he needs too. My worry with Lawler is that if he wasn't broadcasting he'd be wrestling for indies every night he could. The wrestling business is his life.
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Post by FHgrad99 on Sept 12, 2012 15:43:58 GMT -5
It seems like the last 24 hours have been full of more and more good news.
I've read the the doctors are telling Jerry to rest his vocal cords. My guess is that they want his throat to heal after having a tube or tubes down it for over 24 hours. I can only imagine that his throat is sore because of that.
It sounds like he's doing great with his recovery so far.
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Post by Error on Sept 12, 2012 15:53:32 GMT -5
I cannot speak for Lawler obviously but a lot of people need that job, feeling of need or goal to keep on with life. It very well could be that goal to make it back to the announce table that aids in his recovery. I agree with taking it slow and putting his health first but willing himself to get back to the announce table (or God forbid ring) could be just the thing he needs too. My worry with Lawler is that if he wasn't broadcasting he'd be wrestling for indies every night he could. The wrestling business is his life. That is my worry as well but if a doctor clears him, I don't see a problem with it. I mean we've seen people come back from things that, I don't want to say worse but, as bad I guess and be alright.
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Post by frogsplash45 on Sept 12, 2012 16:03:13 GMT -5
Now please nobody attack me...
... but I really hope that when he returns, it's to officially retire.
Not just from the ring. From the booth as well.
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