Hi all,
I haven't been posting much but checking in often to see how everyone is doing. Some of you may remember that I had to cancel a planned trip to Italy last May when I got my diagnosis. I am happy to say that I just got back from 3 1/2 weeks traveling around Italy and had a great time.
I was on a pilgrimage to Rome and several monasteries in Umbria and Tuscany. I managed climbing stairs and navigating hilly cobblestone town streets that seemed to be everywhere. I had a rough day here and there but was able to do everything I wanted. The cooler weather there was awesome.

I had been having trouble breathing the last few months in the horrible Florida summer weather. I had to have a full cardiac work up and PFT's before I could go. The tests were ok so my doctor felt the heat/humidity was making my breathing muscles weak. I had gotten a new puppy at the end of June and was taking her out every hour or two. He thought getting out of Florida would help me. I am grateful to be able to feel somewhat normal again and do something I love

Wishing you all more good days, hang on to those dreams and aspirations.
Sandy