I saw the doctor on Monday. Thank God my numbers are ok. My blood pressure was too high and so he increased my Vasotec from 5mg to 10mg daily. I'm no longer taking Norvasc nor hydralazine. He reduced my Prednisone from 5mg to 2.5mg daily. He gave me the go-ahead to fly (wearing a mask) and said it's ok to go to theatres, shows, concerts, etc. I've been feeling pretty good and have started walking on the boardwalk -- not too far, but I'm enjoying it.
Mom is still staying with me and will probably be going back to her apartment on Sunday night or Monday morning, after the holidays. Right now she's with Illana and Nava in Lancaster, PA visiting the chocolate factory at Hershey, the Crayola factory and the Amish Country. They went yesterday and are expected back some time today.
We've been having some beautiful autumn weather. It's much more comfortable for me than the summer was. Since my transplant, I really haven't been able to tolerate the sun or the heat. Dr. Schuster said that it's normal and will take time. Walking on the boardwalk now is really a pleasure.
David will be going down to Florida on Monday to see the Jets play the Dolphins on Monday Night Football. I gotta admit that I'm a little jealous, especially now that I can fly. But he's going with his Dad and going to be spending time with his brother and the plans have already been made. I'm hoping to go down to Tampa when the Bucs play the Jets in December.
Everthing else is ok and I can't believe that it's been almost a year. I've come so far! I'm still somewhat immuno-compromised and I don't eat raw fruits or veggies (except at home after I scrub them), stay away from construction, soil, plants, etc. I still have some way to go. I'm so grateful to my friends and family and those who have been with me, praying for my recovery and sending good thoughts and wishes. Thank you so much. Believe in Miracles!!
