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Originally Posted by krausaj
Before this becomes a circus, let me offer clarification of this story from the actual clown who had the heart attack.
We were returning from an event at Disney's Contemporary Hotel for a non profit organization called Kids Beating Cancer. This is one of many events The Villages Clown Alley 179 supports with total commitment
I began to experience heart attack symptoms a short time into the ride. The bus driver called ahead for the emergency squad to meet us on the turnpike as my symptoms were becoming more acute. We were, of course, in full costume. I remained on the bus and 32 brightly costumed clowns got out of the bus so that the EMT's could help me. Fire rescue and FHP were also on the scene. We clowns had truly shut down the road and created quite a spectacle. The EMT's got me out and into their ambulance while my fellow clowns and friends applauded and cheered. It was terrible to experience and scary for all of us. The end of the story is that The EMT's were amazing and kind and The Villages Regional Hospital ER and cardiac floor provided excellent and compassionate care to this clown who entered their ER in full face and costume. I did have a heart attack and was one lucky clown because there were no blockages or severe harm to my heart.They cracked jokes and kept me going. They talked about taking selfies and were still professional. Not a laughing matter, but certainly one that had moments of humor. Imagine seeing all those clowns on the side of the road!
Imagine all the good they did they did that day with the children who were part of Kids Beating Cancer. Imagine the funny turns any life can take... I will be fine and will bbe clowning with all my heart... Rufflez
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Thank you for posting the true account of "clowns on the highway", and so graciously after such an ordeal. Doug is the resident TOTV joker and when I first read the story I thought it was one of his jokes, but then I got to thinking how very difficult and embarrassing it must have been for you all to be put in that situation ....... the gawkers driving by must have had a field day!
So glad you are OK and keep up your good work.