So Good
6.16.2022
I had another drain from my left lung yesterday. We removed more than a liter of fluid. If you’re keeping track, that’s more than three liters in just six weeks. It’s no wonder I feel heavy sometimes! Once the procedure was complete we looked at the remaining fluid. There is still a lot in there. Rats.
Initially, I was really disappointed. Recovering in the hospital, I didn’t feel much different. It seemed like a lost cause until I got up and started moving. As I walked away from the hospital in my suffocating N95 mask, I could breathe! I could almost fly down the sidewalk. Burning past every other person on the street, my feet moved easily. My legs felt light! Still, I hesitated to get too excited. Sometimes I get a little bubble of energy but it often bursts. Not this time! At least, not yet.
I slept beautifully last night and woke up an hour earlier than usual this morning. I can feel that my body needs some rest but I also have so much energy! I’m returning to my natural state. It’s the one in which I laugh and smile easily. I dance around and feel motivated to do life. It’s awesome! Just think what it will be like when my lung is free of fluid. Look out world!
Hey. Could you do something for me today? Stop. Take a deep breath. Feel how well your healthy, beautiful lungs work and be grateful. You’ve got it so good (and so do I)!