A long time ago
In a galaxy far, far away
I had open heart surgery.
As I finished running 5 and 1/2 miles today, I reflected on how long ago and far away I seem to be from my surgery day. I feel very good about my future as my body continues to respond in a positive direction. Just four weeks ago, I had daily pain and was concerned I wouldn’t be ready by February for work. This last week was my first week back and it was great to get busy again. I only worked half days, but had no problems with fatigue. I did run a little behind in my schedule because of answering questions about my time off. My staff was glad to have me back and quickly filled my inbox to the maximum.
Kathy and I went to a surprise birthday party for one of her good friends from college and we had a great time. I was surprised to find out how many people are following my blog. I sure am lucky to have such a widespread support network. I have said it a hundred times, but I couldn’t have done so well without everyone.
Saturday also marked my return to golf. My neighbor, Larry, my son, Hugh, and I went to the Chagrin Falls golf dome and I was able to hit balls with my new clubs for an hour. We all enjoyed the retreat from the winter chill. We are going to play eighteen holes on the simulator this Sunday. By the way, any golfers reading this who are looking for new irons, so far I really like these Titleist AP2 712s.
My exercise rehab program continues to be a daily focus. I am running about 20 miles a week, continuing my yoga with Kathy, stretching every day, and accepting my new me. I still have yet to get all my weight back and don’t know if I want it, so I may need to upgrade my wardrobe soon. All is well in Camp Shaughnessy and I look forward to seeing you all soon.
Also, February is celebrate the heart month and my cousin, Christine Pepoy (Shaughnessy), who is forever my hero for not only surviving her ordeal but inspiring me to get my heart checkup, is going to be featured in the Plain Dealers’s Sunday magazine detailing her story. Check it out.