Reprieve: On Monday I had a medical intervention to repair and restore function to my heart’s blood supply. I never experienced the typical symptoms of chest pain or shortness of breath, only a mild fluttering that signaled a chaotic and irregular heart beat, and that put me at risk of cardiac arrest. Now I’m able to renew the lease, at least for a while.
The procedure was remarkable. I was awake and alert the entire time, and able to watch the activity inside my blood vessels on a 40 inch wide-screen monitor! I was on my feet and walking the hospital corridors in just a few hours. In a few more days I’ll be able to go to the gym again, and resume my daily hikes.
I suppose there’s a reason we don’t use scientifically accurate drawings of hearts in Valentine’s cards, but maybe we should. It’s a beautiful thing, and even better when it’s working right. So consider this a love note from me to you. I’m sincerely grateful for everyone who wrote notes of encouragement, or who paused to send good vibes or kind thoughts and prayers. Thank you!
Dithyramb 