As I've mentioned before, Facebook has become the go-to way to share updates on one's medical ailments. This past Monday a dear friend got a new hip, and soon after surgery his wife posted a photo of him giving a broad smile and a thumbs-up sign. The caption said that he was "on narcotics with access to dozens of pay-for-movie channels on the TV. What could possibly go wrong?"
(He was out of the hospital the day after surgery and will doubtless be back on horseback soon.)
Another friend didn't quite get it right: He posted a photo of a grim-looking medical facility with no explanation, leading many to express concern. He finally relieved us by saying, "Thank you friends for the outpouring of support but it was my Mother who was in the hospital having a heart procedure. Thankfully she came through the operation with flying colors and is on the mend."
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