It’s been 4 weeks since my release from the hospital.

Tommorrow, Monday 11/23, I will go in for a series of tests. Blood work, x-rays, 6 minute walk (mini stress test), and a breathing test. On Tuesday I will be evaluated and tested by the phyisical therapist that has been monitoring and coaching me in the gym for the last month to determine what progress I have made. And on Wednesday, I will see the team of doctors and get their evaluation of the whole thing. 

I feel really good.   So far I have been one of the fortunate ones.  I continue to work and make progress every day.  If I get the OK from the docs, I’ll move back to my place and start driving again. I’m ready for the next phase. It’s been a joy staying with Brooke and JD; they have watched over me, fed me, and made sure I made every appointment every day.  Paige,April,and Bre rotated weeks and came up to look after me and drive me around as well.  It’s been a lot of work for everyone.  Now I look forward to doing for them.  Maybe some household  projects or better than that a fishing trip or two or three. . . I’m ready.

Last week I took an 8 hour class in health, nutrition, and diabetes.  I really dreaded going. Guess what?  I enjoyed it and learned a lot.  I learned in another group how we can prevent self imposed misery.  We can also prevent self imposed health issues just by living healthy.  Its all spelled out for us. 

I’d like to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving!  I know April and family are going to come up. We’ll be having dinner at John and Sharon’s (their Mom’s house).  April and I are planning our first N. Florida Seafood boil for Friday or Saturday.  Crab, clams, corn, red potatos, shrimp, sausage,etc. Hopefully, I’ll catch a Redfish or two and a few blueclaws to go with it.  

As always,I remain greatful to God and your God and all my friends and family.   

Kent aka Dad, Grandpa