Tonsils

Saturday i got my tonsils out. It was a surgery that i needed to get done. If i did so i wouldn't have any problem with my tonsils during the season. I usually have like 4 or 5 sore throats a year. At the end of last season i had the worst one yet. i couldn't even swallow water, it hurt to breathe out of my mouth and i lost like 15 pounds. Most of my sore throats got to the point where i couldn't swallow water without having pain. I look crazy when i go out to a restaurant and drink water and tense up every time i take a drink or eat something. The surgery went fine. it was early saturday morning. It was like a 45 minute surgery. They put the stuff in my IV to make me go to sleep and i was just laying there on the table. The next thing i remember was in one of the hospital beds saying when we gonna get started, but it was already over. It was very painless. I was rushing to get out of the hospital and get back to the hotel. When i got there, the first thing i did was turn the air to cold and then get in bed. I passed out sitting up, i was in that position for like 5 hours until i woke up. The first night wasn't even that bad. If i felt any pain, then i'd take some medicine which was in liquid form. The little pain that i did have would go away just like that. I actually ate kraft mac and cheese that night. The next night when i woke up i had a puddle of blood where i was sleeping. It was in the spot where my puddle of slobber is usually at. I had to gargle with cold water which would stop the bleeding. To keep my weight up I'm actually drinking protein shakes with my meals. On the second day i shouldn't of because my stomach was feeling weak just from the little bit of food i had but i forced down the protein shake which sent me over. I got sick. I didn't even make it to the toilet -- just to the sink. It was mac and cheese, ugh it was nasty but i felt better. Other than those incidents i've been doing pretty well. My throat gets sore and dry and i can feel the scab now but when i take my medicine I'm usually fine. Hopefully they let me go home with my mom because they usually want you to stay for 2 weeks, but im doing good and its gonna suck being out here by myself in a hotel room all day.

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rayj0101 said July 18, 2007

Grub that ice cream.
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- BASKETBALL_FAN replied July 19, 2007
  
  GREG ODEN!!! I love you so much! you are an amazing player! Could you ask JOSH MCROBERTS to get a Yardbarker? He really needs to get one! Are you guys still good friends? Do you have any stories to tell? I am such a big JOSH fan!!! What is JOSH really like?
HelloMROden said July 18, 2007

Sorry about your condition. Please get better.
Do you know what they do with your tonsils?
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- roemul4 replied July 20, 2007
  
  I think the make hotdogs from them dont they?
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BlazerChris said July 18, 2007

Greg if you want I will come over and massage the spot where your tonsils use to be. Whatever you want big guy. Get better and we'll see you in a coupla months. :)
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- TheHombre replied July 19, 2007
  
  ^^^creepy^^^
  
  At least you didnt make a comment about his protein shake.
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  - BlazerChris replied July 19, 2007
    
    fwiw I would do the same for B Roy or LMA!
  - fr0arenas replied July 20, 2007
    
    lmao!
- RandallEl replied July 21, 2007
  
  Wait a tick, if you wanted to "massage his tonsils"... that means you would practically be strangling the man. Holy crap.
fr0arenas said July 18, 2007

Ouch! Sorry that you're not 100%. There is a bright side, at least you can talk to us more! GET BETTER BIG MAN! PEACE.
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patrickroy said July 18, 2007

G.O.,
Many happy returns, man. I'm really excited for you and the team. Just rest, rest, rest.
It blows about your tonsils, but better now than later, huh? This season is gonna be really cool for you, I can feel it. Stay positive and take good care.
Patrick Roy
Portland, O
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Blazersrock said July 18, 2007

Greg,

I am happy that the surgery went well! Just chill for a while and play Playstation. Take your time and come back 100%. By the way, you may wanna keep a small bucket by your bed :)

Later.
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Austen425 said July 18, 2007

Hey man I had the same thing happen last spring after the first week you feel fine, hope you feel better man.
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Skerror said July 18, 2007

Your tonsils got Odenated. It's got to be sweet knowing all those sore throats are a thing of the past. Soak up that precious rest time my good man :)
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gaucho said July 18, 2007

Kraft Mac and Cheese is one of the greatest meals ever made. Disappointing to hear that you couldn't keep it down. I hope you don't rule it out in the future.
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scnbenstein said July 18, 2007

you'll be fine Greg... same sort of thing happened to me about seven years ago
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ballafan said July 18, 2007

go home. go stay with your mom. nothing like the care of your mother in the time of a health related need.
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Danflan said July 18, 2007

Greg, nice and graphic! There could be kids on here! I got sick just thinking about a sink full of half-digested mac and cheese... Actually, I hope that is what coaches start feeling like before they come to the Rose Garden. Get well soon my man,
Dan
P.S. Is that really your myspace page? If so, you are tops on my friends list...
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MikeD26 said July 18, 2007

You'll be feeling way better before you know it. Glad to hear everything came out ok!
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JESkeets said July 18, 2007

Those tonsils were evil, GODE. Evil!
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TheHombre said July 19, 2007

2 weeks is a long time but at least you can finally chill out for awhile. Seems like you've been all over the place the last couple month.
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dagraffman said July 19, 2007

Greg, take it from a native Oregonian: try to find Umpqua Dairy ice cream. The cartons are red with blue lids and have a Native American guy on them. It's from Southern Oregon (where I grew up) and it's still the best ice cream I've had in the whole country. Fred Meyer has it, usually.
Just a helpful tip:) Get well soon, big fella.
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- david1978pdx replied July 19, 2007
  
  No way... You gotta try the Tillamook ice cream. Brown cow or peanut butter and chocolate flavors are the best!
  - markcogan replied July 21, 2007
    
    Both brands are excellent!
AdamNWPortland said July 19, 2007

I'm glad you are getting some rest. Sorry you're stuck in a hotel room, though. Eat that ice cream. Then eat more ice cream.

Hope you heal up quick.
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nwjuggalo said July 19, 2007

That incident with the Mac N Cheese sounds kinda scary. I had something like that happen to me when I was a kid and couldn't eat the food I had thrown up for like 10 years.
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Authority said July 19, 2007

This is the first time I've ever heard the gruesome details of a professional athlete blowing chunks. I LOVE THE INTERNET. Thanks Greg.
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outlaw1969 said July 19, 2007

Greg, great comment on the puddle of blood! Funny stuff. Nothing like wakin up to a puddle after a power nap!
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romi153 said July 19, 2007

If that happened with Mac and cheese, imagine what Applebees' food would have looked like!
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bucknut said July 19, 2007

Glad to hear everything went well. So do you miss the rest of the Summer League?
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Camboni said July 19, 2007

Take care of yourself, GO. We all love you out here in Portland and want you to be healthy. And, by the way, its not all about the basketball. Stay true to yourself and keep centered in that big heart of yours. Don't ever let all the hype and pressure to save the Blazers take you away from your love of the game. If you become a star doing what you love, its icing on the cake. But its just the icing. The cake is doing what you love. All the best from all of us to you.
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mgbkab said July 19, 2007

Hey Greg!

I read on a Blaze board you were seen in a Riteaid with your mom buying a popsicle, but it sound like it was true if you've been stuck in a hotel room.

At any rate, glad you are getting better and especially glad you are pretty much pain free.

When you say 'home' do you mean back east? Are you buying a home here in the Portland area?

Michael
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mgbkab said July 19, 2007

Ooops, that should have been 'wasn't true'.
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BlazersRock52 said July 19, 2007

Glad you're feeling better Greg! - We're so pumped to have you here playing in Portland!
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erikpdx said July 19, 2007

Greg...I had my wisdom teeth pulled a few years back...they were impacted(sideways under the gums)...I was awake and there was a lot of tugging and CHIPPING going on but I was totally out of it(laughing gas)...they sent me home with Percocet which is a step above Vicodin...I took two and sat in front of the tv for 3 hours and I had no ability to look away...I think I blinked once:/
Glad to hear to kicked those tonsils to the curb like a champ...Now get home and get some of you mom's cooking!:) Peace.
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YouGotOdenated said July 19, 2007

Trust me...buy a PS3 and get NCAA Football 2008. It'll make the 2 weeks fly by. What kind of protein shakes are you drinking? Did you know you can order the Gatorade shakes that you guys got at OSU? We get them out here in Arizona too. I bought some to have in my dorm haha. Get better man. Take it easy.
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- YouGotOdenated replied July 19, 2007
  
  ps - are goldfish good or bad for your throat right now? Hahaha you should try and get an endorsement with Pepperidge Farm.
- BlazerBandit replied July 19, 2007
  
  NCAA Football 2008 is sick! I just got it today and i can't stop playing. so much fun
SalemBlazer said July 19, 2007

Greg... You are really an exceptional person! I hope you never lose your zest for living - even the "sore" parts! I can't wait to see you back out on the court. Take care of yourself.
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david1978pdx said July 19, 2007

What? You're staying in a hotel in Portland? When are you going to go house hunting?
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fbarone said July 19, 2007

Greg, I lived in Portland for ten years and I think you will love it. I got sick in my throat and neck a lot the first couple of years. Solution ... turtlenecks. Keep your neck warm and have a great season. I'm getting NBA league pass this year just to watch you and LMA.
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- BlazerChris replied July 19, 2007
  
  Greg Oden in a turtleneck and jorts would be rockin
why5th said July 19, 2007

do they make hospital beds to fit 7 foot people?
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markcogan said July 19, 2007

Greg,
Thanks for the update. If you get outside you will notice that the temperature is nice and cool, and we had some rain today. Someday, after you have lived here for many years, you will appreciate it when it rains after a long stretch of sunny days. We moved here 10 years ago from the East Coast. We have come to like it when it rains. When you reach that point, you will be a true Oregonian! I hope you have the chance to enjoy the summer in Oregon before the really hard work starts of getting ready for the NBA season.
Best wishes,
Mark
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jetcity said July 19, 2007

Sounds like a very good thing that you got those tonsils done. Get better fast, man. I was just thinking how I should try to find some archive on the 'Net of some old Blazers playoffs games with Drexler, Porter, Kersey, Buck, and the boys - so you could see how crazy the fans get when the team goes deep into the playoffs. It was awesome. Peace, Dave
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sevenissick said July 19, 2007

I heard that Greg isn't going to buy a house. He'd rather rent - he doesn't want to be house poor.
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- david1978pdx replied July 19, 2007
  
  So, you mean he is taking homebuying advice from Scottie Pippen?
RedEclipse said July 19, 2007

I am glad that you are attending to your health. As a health professional it is imperative to take care of any health probably prior to the season so that we don't have any issues. Take a breather and get some rest! Use this time to mediate on the game and the goodness of God that way you will not be too bored!!! Happy Healing!!!!
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redneckblazer said July 19, 2007

Mr. Tonsils, you ROCK!!!
You are not alone in your room.
You have the Blazer Mainia squad with ya here.
I dought that there are any NBA players with a blog that is so real.
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thumbsdown said July 19, 2007

Of course, if you did get the tonsil surgery, you would not have any problem with them (they'd be in a jar in your den).
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IONKA_PDX said July 19, 2007

2 OF MY GIRLS HAD THE SURGERY, SO I KNOW WHAT YOU'RE GOING THROUGH! THE PUDDLE OF BLOOD RANG SO FAMILIAR IN MY MIND! DONT LISTEN TO THE ICE CREAM PEOPLE- POPSICLES AND JELLO IS WHERE ITS AT!!!!!!! (ALTHOUGH ICE CREAM IS MY FAVORITE FOOD!) I TOLD MY DAUGHTER YOU HAD YOUR THROAT DONE AND SHE WAS IMPRESSED I THINK YOU'RE HER FAVORITE NOW! SHE ASKED IF YOUR BREATH USED TO STINK ALL THE TIME! LMAO! I FIGURED IT DID! THIS SUMMER IS FLYING BY, SO GET ALL THE REST YOU CAN AND THANKS FOR CHECKIN' IN CAUSE YOU KNOW WE WERE WORRIED ABOUT YA!
I TOO WONDERED WHAT KIND OF BED YOU WERE IN! LOL
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- thumbsdown replied July 19, 2007
  
  stop the all caps, please!
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  - IONKA_PDX replied July 19, 2007
    
    GET YOUR OWN MESSAGE BOARD THEN START CALLING THE SHOTS! ARE MY CAPS DOING ANYTHING TO YOU???? OK THEN!!!!!!! GIVE ME 50 FEET!!!!!! THANK YOU AND HAVE A NICE DAY!
    - mgbkab replied July 19, 2007
      
      It just makes it really hard to read when you shout like that. It's better to do all lower case and not cap the first word of a sentence than make all of the letters cap. No offense, but I take it you are a newbie to the web?
    - nwjuggalo replied July 19, 2007
      
      All caps make you look like an illiterate fool. Please stop with the all caps--it's like you're shouting at everyone.
    - Marinman replied July 19, 2007
      
      Your caps are almost as annoying as what you write.
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RonMexico said July 19, 2007

too much information Oden

that was digusting LOL
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PassTheRock said July 19, 2007

Hey Greg,
We love you man those kinds of blogs keep reminding us that you are who you are and thats all we want from you is a guy who's not afraid to be one of us. Thats the heart of Portland man. No hype just real. Kick back man and enjoy just relaxing. Try to forget about basketball for a while and all of us with the unrealistic expectations. We already know we're gonna love you. Because the best part of you is on display already. Life isn't about basketball, it's about who you have to become to be great at anything. God bless man and get better soon.
Brian AKA Pass The Rock on Oregonlive forum
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Rosecity07 said July 19, 2007

You sound like your trapped in a room somewhere and there is no escape. Go to the store, but a Xbox 360 and gets some games. Ever hear of a game called Halo, play Halo 1 through the story mode...then get some other games for 360. Don't just be bored all day.
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blazer1 said July 19, 2007

Hi Greg,
Its great to hear that you're feeling better. I hope your feeling the good vibrations Oregonians are sending you. You're a great guy. I was one of those "Durant" supporters, but you have totally changed my mind. You are exactly what this team needs. Welcome to Portland!
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jason42180 said July 19, 2007

Greg,
I love your brutal honesty. The puddle of blood where the slobber usually is has got to be my favorite quote from ya yet. Im just happy to know im not the only one who drools all over my pillow when im sleeping. Good luck to ya and get well soon.
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Just_Justin said July 19, 2007

what's good Greg?,

wow, while I was reading it, i got really sad because your going through alot. And whats with paying for internet access, they should let you use it for free, C'mon now, you are Greg Oden!!!. You are so down to earth, you sound like a normal person instead of a star. Oh and ugh If I get a chance, I'll play NCAA 08 against you on my 360, You can be the Gators and I'll be the Buckeyes , I will smash you, I'll bet anything. I couldnt go to the rally because I was on a vacation that day, I WANTED TO GO SO BAD!!! I like your dance dude, is tight. But yeah, you should talk to Travis Outlaw when you are playing with him, he is so shy. I am so happy that he's back with us.
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dhinckley said July 19, 2007

I've had my tonsils out and know what you're going through... Best thing to do is to grab a bunch of movies and video games and just rest.
I haven't had a bad sore throat since and its been 14 years so it is really worth it.
Good luck, and rest up.
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Blackjack said July 19, 2007

Break out the Playstation. I'm currently building you into NBA Live and I was wondering what you think your rating will be?
Not too cool to drool.
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RandallEl said July 19, 2007

At least you got them out before the season started, I think everyone would hate it if you had to miss part of the season cuz of this.
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bustabucketzer said July 19, 2007

GO (OG) - hope you feel better. Your BLOG is freaking awesome. All of Portland is pulling for you to get better so you can get out there, enjoy the weather and start ballin again.
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ursportspro said July 19, 2007

GregO your gonna feel alot worse than that after trying to get back into shape at camp. Defense, Defense, Defense.....
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anhoba said July 19, 2007

Thanks for your blog Greg! I bet if you
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pronkzilla said July 19, 2007

yeah oden you pissed they let stevie franchise go? i would b
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- david1978pdx replied July 19, 2007
  
  Steve Francis was gone before he arrived. Let it go.
- ptowncboy replied July 19, 2007
  
  tou need to leave the crack alone!
  - RandallEl replied July 20, 2007
    
    Well, Francis was getting paid 30 mil just to sit there so...
    
    Anyway, why the hell are we talking about Steve Francis on Greg Oden's blog??
  - 503ptownfan replied July 22, 2007
    
    you need to learn how to spell you put the glass down while you type homey
    - ptowncboy replied July 24, 2007
      
      you need to suck my cock!
jetsetter said July 19, 2007

Hey GO--Hang in there man. Glad to hear the surgery was a success.
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Bigups
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mauiboy said July 19, 2007

Greg - I love the way you 'keep it real" man...You're truly the biggest of the bigs - on or off the court! Can't wait to see you start tearin' it up again when you get back... Godspeed!
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Blazermark said July 19, 2007

Wow Greg, That sound rough man. Get well. I bet it is boring just kickin around with out any friends to just chill with you and hang out until you feel better. Good luck in the healing process!!
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DRAFTODEN said July 19, 2007

Hey well if you want to get out of your room and go check something out take a drive to the coast (cannon beach) or I know u like movies and portland has alot of cool movie theaters try the bagdad theater in se portland. Have a good one.
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BASKETBALL_FAN said July 19, 2007

Hey Greg!!! I hope you are recovering nicely. Was Josh McRoberts there to support you when you were upchucking like a BFF should?
Devoted Greg Oden and Josh McRoberts fan
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Derftron said July 19, 2007

Greg,

Get well Big Fella. Looking forward to seeing you block the Sh*t out of many a shots this coming year. Durant might have done a little scoring in summer league (while shooting 28%), but you had some MONSTER blocks man. And yes, Tillamook Ice Cream Chocolate Peanut Butter is the best ever. Im sure the Raspberry is bomb too though.
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lyghterfluid said July 19, 2007

hehe. i too get some pretty bad sore throats during summer. get well so you can help bring portland to greatness. good luck, live long and prosper, and may the force be with you.
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ptowncboy said July 19, 2007

O.G.Hey you can always call that girl in that picture that miss gossip had.I'm sure she would help you recover!
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odensblazers07 said July 19, 2007

G.O.
I am sorry. I just wanted to say that I was wondering when we would hear from you. Your post makes me laugh. Sorry... it just does. From that guy that used to live in southern oregon that told you umpqua ice cream was the best, and the tillamook guy? Ya, I would say that those two are the best. Hey, make sure that you get some of that good home cookin of moms. Moms are so great! Hope you get to feelin better. Thanks, for being so graphic and real with us man.
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patticake said July 19, 2007

Lol.....take advantage of this time by getting plenty of rest. I'm looking foroward to seeing you play.
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patticake said July 19, 2007

Oooops, that should have been "forward"
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OdensThaTruth said July 19, 2007

I hope you're back to normal soon because I can tell u don't complain much, but it's gotta take a toll on you. I know, you're tired... relax and enjoy being the gorgeous guy you are...
And sweetie...as much as we single ladies would like to believe that u are in that hotel room by yourself...c'mon...U know that girl is not letting you get a breath of air without her inspecting it first... that myspace acct makes that clear (watch that)
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montyb69x said July 20, 2007

Sorry to hear your missing your mom G.O. ......but you also have an adopted family here in Oregon. We are all so happy to have you in our family, and welcome you! Im sure your a PS3 kind of guy, but if your ever in the mood for some old school Nintendo....bring it on...lol.
I think we need to talk to Paul Allen about changing the name of the Rose Garden to the OOOOOOOHHHHH DEN!!!!! You remind me a lot of Shaq when he first came in the league, but I think you are easily going to dominate so much sooner. Enjoy the rest of your summer.......its going to be a long season.
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- david1978pdx replied July 21, 2007
  
  One of my favorite signs from the draft party said:
  "WELCOME TO THE GARDEN OF ODEN"
  I have a feeling that one is going to stick. :-)
Gfactor34 said July 20, 2007

Hey Greg, if you want an awesome shake, you should head out to Ice Cream Renaissance in Vancouver (2108 Main St.) We make homemade ice cream there. I'd hook you up big time. Hope you get better soon. -Jason
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RSDanger17 said July 20, 2007

Hey bro dont worry at all about how you did in summer league you will kill them in the NBA. What would you like the stats for your career to be? How many rings would you like to win during your career? Im not a Portland resident but I will for sure come to watch you play some games. I love your blog, its so much better to hear your opinion on things then ESPN's view on things. Sometimes fans don't think of players as humans but you sure make fans think about that once they read your blog.
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jaf1675 said July 20, 2007

I feel your pain man.....hang in there, it will get better.
Lay of the Mac and Cheese......
So happy to have you here in Portland!!!!
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DrMushi said July 20, 2007

Mr. Oden, I hate to be a stickler, and I'm certain no one else really gives a damn, but I must ask that you spell-check and proofread your posts.
I understand that this statement leaves me open for the millions (not exaggeration) of people who have read your blog and the hundreds who reply to it to slam me for my audacity, but you are doing yourself a disservice by writing this way. That's not to say that you aren't an interesting person, or someone I'm thrilled to read, but rather that you send a subtle message when you continue to misuse words or improperly punctuate.
I apologize if this sounds like me picking on a sick guy, but if you only take a few minutes and double check your work, the press suddenly goes from saying that
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- david1978pdx replied July 20, 2007
  
  Homeboy is on painkillers right now. Cut him some slack.
  - DrMushi replied July 20, 2007
    
    Then ignore it until two weeks from now. The statement still stands.
- 503ptownfan replied July 22, 2007
  
  i bet youre a doctor just like dr dre get a life and quit hatin'
- rufailing replied July 23, 2007
  
  You're correct. Frankly, we don't give a damn!
DrMushi said July 20, 2007

"he writes like a typical nineteen-year-old" to "his blog shows a maturity beyond his years," etc, etc.

I wish you great luck in the future, and eagerly anticipate your first game against Timmy D.
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Philosopher62 said July 20, 2007

Hi Greg:
Remember your loved ones and good friends who rally around you during a recovery from an illness or surgery because as you develop in the NBA it will remind you of the people who are there for you when the chips are down....not just hangers on who may try to attach themselves to your fame and fortune.
Blazers fans everywhere are VERY excited, proud, and psyched to have you on our team! Take care of yourself and the rest will follow! Get well soon!
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Quakerpride said July 21, 2007

Reading this makes my tonsils hurt man. You got money now why are you worrying about free internet haha.
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ksalmonduck said July 21, 2007

Greg-
I'm a long time Blazer fan in remote Alaska. I work for a company that maintains a early warning radar site in King Salmon, on the far, southwestern coast of Alaska. In fact, it is also the king salmon capital in the US and there is lots of salmon fishing, commercially and sports wise. The township of King Salmon is only a third of a mile away from the base, maybe even closer. Lots of folks come in to hunt for carboui and moose, and especially for bear, which we have all three. If you would like to come our location, I can probably arrange a boat to take you out fishing, (from another one of your fans) or just sighseeing. I am not sure if you can stay with me on base but there is pleney of hotel accomdations within the area. There are a lot of Blazer/Oden fans here in Alaska and we would love to have you come up and visit us. It would be the highlight event for years to come to meet you, not to mention the great honor. If so, leave responce and I will foward my email, and we will make arrangements maybe next year, thanks!
Your sincere fan always. Al
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elliot_30 said July 21, 2007

Greg,
Dont pull a Favre and get addicted to the medicine! Look forward to watching you this season.
Elliot
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gdmoneyblaze said July 21, 2007

Greg,
Love your game. Me and my wife purchased season tickets as soon as the Blazers got the #1 pick. I knew they would select you! Portland need a boost and you are it my man.. I looking forward to watching you take over the NBA. Go dunk on them Big G.
Greg D.
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allenfromsyd said July 21, 2007

G'Day from Austraila :) ... I like your personality because your 'real' unlike most other pro athletes, hope you can find a way to 'keep it real' like you guys over there put it ... re: the tonsilectomy ... I had a tonsillectomy and nearly died twice in a 4 week span afterwards, pls do not do anything to raise your blood pressure (not even video games!), My first 'bleed' was the worst and as a result I lost half the blood in my body and had to have a emergency blood transfusion in surgery while they were stitching me back up, my mom had to drive me to the hospital while I was sitting next to her in the car emptying my stomach of blood (i'll spare you the rest...) ...moral of the story: dont take this op lightly because the docs weren't just trying to scare you when they said
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dlshigh said July 21, 2007

Greg, you're a true joy. I hope the NBA doesn't change you. I'll miss you at Ohio State.
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503ptownfan said July 22, 2007

tonsils are about as usefull as a poopy flavored lolly pop who needs em get well soon
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KING_MILKY said July 22, 2007

thats gravy i have to get my tonsils removed soon. i hate the dentist too.
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ripcity50 said July 23, 2007

Headline;Number one draft pick blows chips but still will be best player in nba.
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ScoyBoy said July 23, 2007

Hey Big O..... Sorry to hear about your tonsils issues... I hope your recovering well and look forward to seeing you back on the court soon...You need to Rock the Rose Garden because it is your house! I cant wait to see you play! Keep positive and ignore the reporters that try to make you feel bad about fouling so much.. you will be fine in the NBA I am sure of it... Rip City here we come!! Oh and if you like fruit bars the best ones to eat are the Dreyer's Fruit bars made with real fruit..I personally like the lime the best... Give them a try if you havent already... ok well take care of yourself and no worries ok..... Rock on Big O
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rossgrant said July 23, 2007

Ya, it does sucks to be sick. Only making it to the sink. Sounds like my last bender. Are you stuck in Oregon? Maybe give Sarah a call.
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LJohnson said July 23, 2007

Hi Greg:
I am one of your biggest fans. I am sorry to hear that you are sick... but sounds like you will recover. I am glad that you had the surgery. You're young and will recovery quickly. All the best. I was watching the US team last night and was wondering why you were not on the team. I was upset at first because I thought you were picked for the team. This morning when I went on ESPN.com. I was happy to hear that you were picked... but unfortunately recovering from surgery.
All the best to you Big Man;) Keep smiiling.
-Robin
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orteezy said July 23, 2007

dood...i got xbox lemme know if you wanna kick it
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GOD_OF_WAR said July 23, 2007

Whats up Greg, I mean GOD OF WAR? Man, I remember how much it hurt when I had my tonsils out. Especially coughing up that blood you were describing. That was the worst of it for me. Sounds like you're through the worst part. You'll feel better soon.
I was surprised to hear you had your surgery at Southwest Washington Medical Center. I work in Vancouver as a paramedic so I'm at that hospital a lot. Our training requires us to go the OR to practice placing breathing tubes though peoples throats and into their lungs. Wow, that would have been a trip to see you there. Who was your surgeon and anesthesiologist? I bet I've worked with them before. Can't wait to see you develop into a true NBA center this year.
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GOD_OF_WAR said July 23, 2007

Wow, you must really enjoy wasting your time. Most people on here are fans and are interested in greg and excited, hence the blogging. But your last post was just really embarrassing for you, to waste your time online to get a rise out of people. You're just pissed Greg didn't go to your team. I'm sure you'd be stoked on having him had he gone to your team.
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MrSchneider said July 24, 2007

Hahaha man I laughed so hard when you talked about passing out sitting up! Hope you heal quickly and can get back to eating that good food we all love. I'm a fellow Buckeye living off of Bethel Road, hit me up and I'll get you some Olive Garden or something haha.
On the serious side, you're really a breath of fresh air with your personality and spirit and I couldn't have picked anyone else in the world who's deserving of that 1st round pick. I'm sure every one of us here would be proud to have our kids grow up & scream
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seanpelsy said July 24, 2007

Hey oden i love to watch you play bball sorry you had to get your tonssils taken out but when you get back your team will be unbeatable.
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lewhatfield said July 26, 2007

You are the best thing to happen to b-ball.........funny!!
Welcome to Portland!
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25nosaints5 said July 26, 2007

im no doctor or anything but i used ibprofin when i had my tonsils out and that really helped. i feel for you greg cant wait to see u dunk over other big men.
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McGuiganFamily said July 26, 2007

I am glad you are feeling better. I saw Mike the yesterday. Rumors have it that Brandon may come out there with you? Are you going to N.Y. tomorrow? If you get back in town, stop by the house we would love to see ya! I hope Mom is adjusting well! We miss you and love you lots!
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josh_benjamin said July 28, 2007

Well, let me be the millionth person to say,
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RoundHouse said July 30, 2007

Greg, you should've called me up and I would've round House kicked those tonsils out of your throat!
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AaronK said September 14, 2007

I just had my tonsils out on 8/30 at age 31 and it sucked a$$. I feel for ya man, but you were lucky, the Lortab didn't do a thing for me.
Go DAWGS! Have you and B-Roy been talking any smack about the game tomorrow?
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rachelmarie13 said January 08, 2008

i might have to get my tonsils taken out 2 hope i get through it good luck to everybody who has to get theres taken by the way they don't make hot dogs they throw them away.
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niceandlovely1 said August 03, 2008

heyy Greg,
im thinking about getting mine pulled. But do they really leave scabs!??? =[
eww
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