Forced to Slow Down

Well, wanted to post a quick update. Yesterday morning, after a week of having a fast heart rate and lower oxygen upon exertion, I went to the ER. I fully expected to have a bad case of anemia. And I was completely caught off-guard by the diagnosis: pulmonary embolisms. I am at a high risk of blood clots because of treatment, I guess. I just had never even considered this would be a complication from treatment. I was pretty anxious and freaked by something that could take my life immediately when I’ve spent so much time processing the possibility of dying slowly from cancer. This diagnosis freaked me out way more than cancer ever has. They started me on a blood thinner.  I’ve had two doses, and this morning, I woke up being able to breathe better and being able to walk to the bathroom without getting winded. So, I’m feeling better and more hopeful, like this is one more thing I will survive. I will keep you posted. For now, I am grateful for this day, this life and my angels in heaven. Another lesson in how important it is to live in the present. Stay safe and healthy, everyone! Have a good day!

P.S. – They just checked my vitals this morning, and my heart rate was in the 80s!! That hasn't happened in years!! Woo hoo!!