The view from the upside of the coaster.

The view's a bit better on the up side of the rollercoaster.

 The big guy is doing better.  His colour has improved, his breathing is better, the swelling has gone down in his feet, and he can talk normal.  The doctor seems pleased, at least we assume he is pleased.  He made the next appointment for a week from now, and thats three days better than the last one. 

I am breathing a little easier, sleeping a little better, and enjoying life a little more.  Funny how that works - he goes to the doctor and I feel better. haha

He decided not to go to Susan's funeral today which I think was a wise choice.  I was more than happy to take him if he wanted to go but I knew it would be hard for him.  He's so emotional these days.  I would rather he just remember New Years Day and forget that she's gone.

He is doing a bit more around the house which is nice to see and the last couple of days he has  been able to go out on his own so his quality of life has improved.  I find myself looking forward to spring.  ME!!!!!  The winter lover!!!!!!  But he always seems worse in the winter, and I know if we can get him through until spring, he will be okay.  COME ON SPRING!!!!!!!!!

We haven't heard anything from Kingston, and the only news I gleaned from the taciturn Dr Hughes, is that his heart function is  a little less than 20%, which is better than I expected.  I was afraid this episode of heart failure would have made it worse or damaged the heart more.  I guess we have dodged this particular bullit. I wonder how long befor the next one arrives?????