Wednesday, April 20, 2011

At Times I Forget?

At times I forget I had open heart surgery!

When I sleep.  Before heart surgery there was the anticipation.  Before the doctors visit November 16th, I knew something was wrong.  When I new I needed surgery, it was hard to sleep some nights,  After surgery, it was like sleeping with glass, I didn't want to break anything!  And the meds, at first they made it difficult to sleep!  But four months later, working and coaching, I AM SLEEPING WELL!

When I move & lift & for the first time mowing the grass, I sometimes forget I had open heart surgery.  The breast plate is healing and I feel stronger.  I am almost ready to start regular pushups!  And Monday I go golfing for the first time since surgery!

I try not to forget that eating is important!  As I mentioned in an earlier blog, my busy schedule makes it difficult to eat at the same time & to have the time to prepare!  I really need to focus the next two months till the end of school!  Breakfast is OK, lunch at times is difficult, and by supper, Sue and I are usually both very tired after a long day!  NEED TO PLAN!

My meds I take seem to be handled well by my body.  I feel tired because of some of the meds & m schedule, but I seem to be OK with the routine.  The Metoprolol, for my PVC's I think does kick my butt, but hopefully with improve my heart beat issues!

All in all, I feel I am making progress!

3 comments:

  1. I am proud of your optimism and “stick-to-it-ism” in overcoming the obstacles of post op. You received good genes from Mom and Pop and your faith in God to be strong in times of suffering.

    I’ll be thinking of you when you hit the links and take in the beauty of the game. After you hang up your pencil at school, please try to work into your schedule a trip to visit us.

    Love,

    Big Bro

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  2. Glad to hear all is well. I was (just a little) worried when you didn't post for a few days. Please know that you are always in my prayers.

    Heidi

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  3. Nice to know friends & relatives are looking out for you! That is part of the healing process! Coming up on Easter, it is a great time to reflect! This amazing story is time to reflect & be thankful for what we have & the faith we share!

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