Donate to BIGDAY

**KRIT** · 09-08-18, 09:02 PM

So I can donate all my points even if I'm not pro? I got no use for them, take them away.

**El Nino** · 09-08-18, 09:54 PM

WOW! What an ending to that Gopher game

**baseballstud** · 09-09-18, 12:16 AM

I’m a non pro and he took all of my points a week or so ago

**BadNina** · 09-09-18, 02:09 AM

Originally posted by grease lightnin

Guys if you are non pro and want to donate your points, send a PM to sam9ball. I don’t think posting your request in this thread will get it done.

Repeat: Point donating non-pros—Send a pm to sam9ball

I did. Last week. I still have all my points.

**gavin** · 09-09-18, 10:41 AM

you can donate whatever points i have...thanks gavin

**KVB** · 09-09-18, 11:28 AM

Still bumping for BIGDAY!!

Originally posted by pavyracer

For cash donations you can use the link below:

https://www.gofundme.com/the-mcbride-family

We got you good and your family!!

Originally posted by jjgold

**SBR Tony** · 09-09-18, 11:47 AM

Yesterday

MN Ground- WE ARE HERE!

Journal entry by Mindy McBride — 4 hours ago
Never have I ever been so happy to land on MN ground as I was today in the 3 o'clock hour.

This morning just before 9am Las Vegas time a team arrived to UMC Intensive Care Unit to begin the transport for Andy. The lines were tangled, his oxygen levels were a little lower, and I was a mess as I tried to help the team. There was a part of me thinking this wasn't going to happen today. I watched the doctors and nurses line the hallway and wish us good luck as we began to exit. Soji (charge nurse) stepped out and gave me a hug, I held my tears as I tried to remain calm and brave for Andy. Although I was so happy to be leaving Las Vegas there was this part of me that was anxious for all the unknowns that lie ahead.

Outside of UMC main entrance the two air ambulance nurses and I boarded the ambulance and took off to a Las Vegas airport. As we were getting situated I was told the flight would be 2 hours 50 minutes and there was not a bathroom on board so try and go now if needed. The air ambulance plane was staffed with two pilots, 2 air ambulance nurses, Andy and myself. There was not a bit of spare space in the plane and it was hot, sticky and tight. The small plane arrived at the St. Paul airport where we were met by an ambulance that transported us to Regions Hospital. Upon arriving in our new space I was greeted by a familiar face that I had not seen in nearly 20 years! One of our nurses and I graduated high school together! Needless to say they jumped right in, changing his lines, bathing him and reading through his massive chart that was sent with. We are currently working on stabilizing his blood pressure and getting accustomed to the new space.

**SBR Tony** · 09-09-18, 11:50 AM

Today

Finding our way

Journal entry by Mindy McBride — 5 hours ago
With change comes challenges.
Some people often say one step forward and two steps back, I am feeling that way after finally getting Andy home. The doctors are working hard to understand what was done in Las Vegas and why, along with how West Nile is impacting Andy. Andy had a good flight to MN, he remained stable. #TeamAndy is working on stabilizing his blood pressure and oxygen (breathing with a ventilator). This morning the neurologist was here and spoke about an EMG test that would test his muscles (Electromyography (EMG) measures muscle response or electrical activity in response to a nerve's stimulation of the muscle. The test is used to help detect neuromuscular abnormalities. During the test, one or more small needles (also called electrodes) are inserted through the skin into the muscle.).

One thing that each doctor has made very clear is that West Niles can effect each person very differently. There is a broad range in the length of time for recovery and the impact on the muscles and cognition. Regions Hospital has had two recent cases of West Nile where both of the individuals have gone into therapy programs after weeks of ICU treatments. The ICU treatments are all patient support, this means keep them comfortable and building range of motion. While people are intubated it can be very uncomfortable so the team works on keeping him comfortable with a pain regimen. We are also going to have a consult for a tracheotomy (Tracheotomy, or tracheostomy, is a surgical procedure which consists of making an incision on the anterior aspect of the neck and opening a direct airway through an incision in the trachea.) as Andy has been intubated for nearly two weeks.

Our girls know that daddy is sick and that they are trying to make him feel better. At this time we do not feel it would be good for the girls to see Andy in the condition that he is in. We are hopeful that he will be in a better place soon and ready to visit with them. I am so excited to see the girls today, it has been 14 days since I have hugged them!

Please continue to pray for Andy's strength, stability, and tenacity along with his new medical team and family as we continue the journey of healing here in Minnesota! We are so grateful to have all of you in our lives.

**KVB** · 09-09-18, 12:03 PM

Come on BigDay, a big fight ahead!

You guys got this and we got you McBride Family!!

**manny24** · 09-09-18, 01:21 PM

common Elk breathe in that MN air big fella you home son

**jjgold** · 09-09-18, 02:14 PM

I still think being in Minny he has a better shot to recover

Please lets get better news this week

**allabout the $$$** · 09-09-18, 03:02 PM

bigday is back home on minn

keep fighting the fight

**newguy** · 09-09-18, 06:18 PM

Keep fighting the good fight Bigday! Glad you are closer to home!!!

**Mr KLC** · 09-09-18, 11:41 PM

**19th Hole** · 09-10-18, 03:43 AM

BigDay is back on that Gopher turf.
Be strong BigDay...Fight hard BigDay!!

Lookin' forward to see you Laffin', Huntin' and Fishin'...Livin' off.the land

Let's go BigDay...You have a very loving wife and 2 adorable daughters.
Let's go BigDay...You have a beautiful life ahead of you.

May God Bless and Heal Andy McBride.

**Optional** · 09-10-18, 05:18 AM

Originally posted by SBR Tony

Finding our way

Journal entry by Mindy McBride — 5 hours ago
With change comes challenges.
Some people often say one step forward and two steps back, I am feeling that way after finally getting Andy home. The doctors are working hard to understand what was done in Las Vegas and why, along with how West Nile is impacting Andy. Andy had a good flight to MN, he remained stable. #TeamAndy is working on stabilizing his blood pressure and oxygen (breathing with a ventilator). This morning the neurologist was here and spoke about an EMG test that would test his muscles (Electromyography (EMG) measures muscle response or electrical activity in response to a nerve's stimulation of the muscle. The test is used to help detect neuromuscular abnormalities. During the test, one or more small needles (also called electrodes) are inserted through the skin into the muscle.).

One thing that each doctor has made very clear is that West Niles can effect each person very differently. There is a broad range in the length of time for recovery and the impact on the muscles and cognition. Regions Hospital has had two recent cases of West Nile where both of the individuals have gone into therapy programs after weeks of ICU treatments. The ICU treatments are all patient support, this means keep them comfortable and building range of motion. While people are intubated it can be very uncomfortable so the team works on keeping him comfortable with a pain regimen. We are also going to have a consult for a tracheotomy (Tracheotomy, or tracheostomy, is a surgical procedure which consists of making an incision on the anterior aspect of the neck and opening a direct airway through an incision in the trachea.) as Andy has been intubated for nearly two weeks.

Our girls know that daddy is sick and that they are trying to make him feel better. At this time we do not feel it would be good for the girls to see Andy in the condition that he is in. We are hopeful that he will be in a better place soon and ready to visit with them. I am so excited to see the girls today, it has been 14 days since I have hugged them!

Please continue to pray for Andy's strength, stability, and tenacity along with his new medical team and family as we continue the journey of healing here in Minnesota! We are so grateful to have all of you in our lives.

Hoping they can get him off the ventilator soon.

**44 Mag** · 09-10-18, 07:52 AM

I just saw this. Sent you 100. Hope it helps.

**allabout the $$$** · 09-10-18, 08:41 AM

Originally posted by 44 Mag

I just saw this. Sent you 100. Hope it helps.

Cheap ass have 4300+ points and sends 100 unreal

**big joe 1212** · 09-10-18, 09:44 AM

Originally posted by allabout the $$$

Cheap ass have 4300+ points and sends 100 unreal

Dude sent $4 of points when he has $200 worth

Thats like dropping a $1 bill in the Salvation Army bucket when you have a pocket full of hundreds

**SBR Tony** · 09-10-18, 09:46 AM

24 hours in MN

Journal entry by Mindy McBride — 12 hours ago
Wow, a lot has happened in the 24 hours since we landed in MN ok maybe 30 hours. #TeamAndy were able to get his blood pressure under control with medication, his oxygen levels continued to remain low. The team completed metanebs (The MetaNeb System is indicated for the mobilization of secretions, lung expansion therapy, the treatment and prevention of pulmonary atelectasis, and has the ability to provide supplemental oxygen when used with compressed oxygen.) which showed some improvements and then his oxygen levels would drop. The medical team then completed a stat chest x-ray followed by a bronchoscopy (Bronchoscopy is a procedure that looks inside the lung airways. It involves inserting a bronchoscope tube, with its light and small camera, through your nose or mouth, down your throat into your trachea, or windpipe, and to the bronchi and bronchioles of your lungs.) in order to see if there was blockage. They did suction out a couple areas but they did not feel that was the cause of the oxygen level dropping. The team followed up quickly with a echocardiogram on the bedside. (An echocardiogram (echo) is a test that uses high frequency sound waves (ultrasound) to make pictures of your heart.) which showed his heart was doing well (which was great after we had heard it was healing from the original in Las Vegas). The ICU team decided to begin a protocol that would inject medication into her ventilator and he could breath, much like a neb treatment. The doctor said it typically works for 30% of people... good news, Andy must be in the 30 percentile because his oxygen numbers look good!!

Dave and Lynn (Andy's parents) were able to spend some time with Andy today which allowed me to go see our girls! I was welcomed with the best hugs! I spent the afternoon cheering on Elsa and the Irish 8U team with Maisie by my side (or on my lap!). God is good and we continue to pray for Andy's recovery.

**newguy** · 09-10-18, 10:24 AM

Originally posted by allabout the $$$

Cheap ass have 4300+ points and sends 100 unreal

Originally posted by big joe 1212

Dude sent $4 of points when he has $200 worth

Thats like dropping a $1 bill in the Salvation Army bucket when you have a pocket full of hundreds

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Lets not shame people for giving anything. Every point counts and if we get on folks for doing what they feel is right then who knows how many points won’t make their way in. #100pointsmatter haha. Seriously though. Every bit helps in these drives!!

**PaperTrail07** · 09-10-18, 10:27 AM

Keep Fighting BD

**downtown2222** · 09-10-18, 12:14 PM

I'm a non-pro.

Please take all my points for him......

Get well soon!

**allabout the $$$** · 09-10-18, 12:26 PM

Originally posted by newguy

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Lets not shame people for giving anything. Every point counts and if we get on folks for doing what they feel is right then who knows how many points won’t make their way in. #100pointsmatter haha. Seriously though. Every bit helps in these drives!!

normally i would agree with you but these are FREE points given to us by sbr. could have very easily went into the store and did 425 for a 20 dollar donation.

**cashin81** · 09-10-18, 12:34 PM

Just got a message saying non pros cant donate....

its what i thought in the first place, so no worries.

get well soon bday

**SBR Drew** · 09-10-18, 12:36 PM

Guys lets focus here. Its not about the AMOUNT of a donation. It is about helping our community member. Lets get back on track here. Thank you

**BigOrange** · 09-10-18, 12:37 PM

Originally posted by cashin81

Just got a message saying non pros cant donate....

its what i thought in the first place, so no worries.

get well soon bday

You can if you turn Pro. With a $100 donation to Angelman, you could donate your points for another $700+ to the family. Sam said they are not taking away points down to the 3K like they normally do when non-pros sign up. (This is only if you are donating the points)

**big joe 1212** · 09-10-18, 01:28 PM

Originally posted by allabout the $$$

normally i would agree with you but these are FREE points given to us by sbr. could have very easily went into the store and did 425 for a 20 dollar donation.

Exactly

guy had to advertise that he donated 100 points. Like it was a big deal. its a nice gesture but no need to advertise it

we’re not trying to shame anyone but let’s not pat ourselves on the back for donating $4 in free points

i said my peace, no more responses from me

**44 Mag** · 09-10-18, 02:41 PM

Originally posted by allabout the $$$

normally i would agree with you but these are FREE points given to us by sbr. could have very easily went into the store and did 425 for a 20 dollar donation.

WTF.

And by the way, I have done that 4X this year. At the end of each month they take away those silly badges.

**stealthyburrito** · 09-10-18, 03:26 PM

Going pro is not a bad proposition.

Donate to a cause near and dear to Bigday's heart and give your pt balance directly to bigday in his hour of need.

It's win-win.

**The Kraken** · 09-10-18, 04:07 PM

Bronchoscopy, tracheotomy and echo are all things I was hoping would be done. Not sure where you’re at but I think they’re capable of giving Andy the best chance. With that said, UMC did an absolute brilliant job and deserve praise for keeping him alive and well enough to transport.

How is his ejection fraction now? At one point it was 20%, where we at now?

**Booya711** · 09-10-18, 05:47 PM

We need Kraken on the team in Minnesota

**rollie_t651** · 09-10-18, 07:35 PM

Just spoke to/saw BigDay’s Mother. She was there all day with him. She said BigDay had a good day! MMAchicka is there now. Keep praying, Fellas! Keep fighting, BigDay!

**Shute** · 09-10-18, 07:36 PM

Just keep him in your prayers
Medicine has been great
Now only prayers

**Noles1992** · 09-10-18, 07:46 PM

Great new BIGDAY Back home ! MY prayers still going up for Andy and family!