Passed two "mile markers" on the same night

Wulfman · Post by **Wulfman** » Mon May 14, 2007 2:55 pm

I was considering a modified version of Babette's title to her recent post.....

"Kept that sucker on my face for two years - Yay me!"

But, I decided to come up with a different title for the thread instead.

In any case.....
Today is the 2nd anniversary of my starting CPAP therapy AND, coincidentally, last night I passed 5000 hours of "recorded" therapy in MyEncore. That supposedly averages out to 7.0 hours per night.
I started using Encore Pro and MyEncore at the same time I started therapy and all the downloads go back to 05/14/05.....so I know it's pretty accurate. There were a few naps that I removed the card and there was ONE night that I forgot to put the card back in the machine.....so the total hours are a little shorter than what they could be.....but still pretty close.

I realize that 2 years is a small number when compared to some of you who have been doing this for upwards of 20 years. I won't mention names because I might leave somebody out, but you know who you are and I want to thank all of you who were contributing to the forum about 2 years ago when I discovered this place and started trying to absorb as much as I could about this medical condition I was told that I had.

One of the things I found out, early on, was that no matter what problems you're experiencing......there are others who have probably experienced it, too. (no matter how weird you think it is)

I'm also thankful that I started my therapy at a time when the technological aspect of this seemed to be starting to mature......read that "XPAP machines that record data, breathing relief (C-Flex/EPR), software availability, Internet forums, online information and online equipment sellers".
I KNOW all of those factors helped me get off to a good start with my therapy.

For all of you new "Hoseheads" out there, all I can say is stick with it.

Best wishes,

Den

jabberwock · Post by **jabberwock** » Mon May 14, 2007 2:59 pm

Congratulations Den! You're my hero...

I knew I had done a good thing when I found this site. I am hoping I'll be where you are in two years with the support of everyone here.

Bonnie

Babette · Post by **Babette** » Mon May 14, 2007 3:26 pm

WOO HOO! PARTY'S AT DEN'S PLACE! BYOM!

(Bring Your Own Mask)

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!! And thank you so much for the help you've given me!!!!!

Cheers,
B.

OwlCreekObserver · Post by **OwlCreekObserver** » Mon May 14, 2007 3:39 pm

A tip of the fedora to you, Den!

OCO

CollegeGirl · Post by **CollegeGirl** » Mon May 14, 2007 3:41 pm

Congrats, Den. It feels good, doesn't it?

rested gal · Post by **rested gal** » Mon May 14, 2007 4:31 pm

Woooo, Den!

You've helped soooo many people along the way, too...besides helping yourself. You da man!

kteague · Post by **kteague** » Mon May 14, 2007 4:40 pm

Den,

Wow, that's a lot of hours. I haven't even broke 1000 in all this time. (I'm bad.) Your diligence is an inspiration. Congrats!

Kathy

ufo13 · Post by **ufo13** » Mon May 14, 2007 4:44 pm

Congrats Den! You have been one of the most "LOYAL" members of this forum! I know you have helped many, many of us in one way or another with your kindness and knowledge, regardless of how long we have been on the hose! YOU are a friend who can be counted on to always give an honest and direct reply to anyone you can help! I know I speak for many others in wishing YOU the best!

Steve,
ufo13

bdp522 · Post by **bdp522** » Mon May 14, 2007 4:51 pm

Congrats Den! You are one of the people who helped me when I started. I can't thank you enough!!!

Brenda

lvwildcat · Post by **lvwildcat** » Mon May 14, 2007 6:31 pm

YAY Den!!!! What an inspiration! Guess the CPAP learned quickly who was in charge in YOUR house!

DreamStalker · Post by **DreamStalker** » Mon May 14, 2007 6:48 pm

Way to go Den!

I'll be slowly catching up to you though

GoofyUT · Post by **GoofyUT** » Mon May 14, 2007 6:53 pm

GOOD ON YA DEN!!!!!

You'be been a pathfinder for me and so many others here. I look forward to following your footsteps in this crazy journey (and maybe to a beer on a saddle in the MDCB).

Cheers!

Chuck

Jaggles · Post by **Jaggles** » Mon May 14, 2007 7:06 pm

bdp522 wrote:Congrats Den! You are one of the people who helped me when I started. I can't thank you enough!!!

Brenda

Likewise! Thanks and congorats!!

RosemaryB · Post by **RosemaryB** » Mon May 14, 2007 7:41 pm

Congratulations, Den!!!!

Paul B · Post by **Paul B** » Mon May 14, 2007 7:45 pm

Way to go, Den. And thanks for always being willing to help others!

Passed two "mile markers" on the same night

Passed two "mile markers" on the same night

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