Little Walks of Mine

Progress has been slow it seems but when I do go out to appts, etc., everyone seems to comment on how well I'm doing. Of course, I usually find someone who is an expert in the field of cardiovascular surgery and insists on keeping me informed. I have to admit I hate that. I'm thrilled that these people have researched the surgery and are aware of what they are doing or a family member is going through, but I am less than interested in hearing about it. At this stage of my recovery all I'm focused on is my progress and how I feel. So when I started making a loop around the living room, hallway and kitchen and walking for 10 minutes, I was pretty proud of myself. In addition, I felt wonderful and full of energy. But then if I take a couple steps a little too quick, I'm down for the count, huffing and puffing. I suppose I should expect those setbacks and work toward the bigger goal which is stamina. I find myself more able to do things in the kitchen like cleaning up, emptying the dishwasher, etc. and I even made chicken and biscuits last night for supper. Of course, it was leftover chicken and the biscuits were already made but it was a project for me. This week will be 3 wks. since my surgery and traditionally that has been a milestone for me with other surgeries. Only 3 more wks. until I can get behind the wheel and drive!