23 years ago today, they performed a life-saving aortic surgery on Mac. Fast forward 23 years, and Mac is getting ready for another life-saving surgery. Mac will be having a mechanical aortic valve placed.

We only ask for enough to make his 8-12 weeks of recovery a little more manageable and comfortable. He needs a little help covering his car and car insurance, as well as a power recliner as he cannot lay down for the recovery.