So today is like a second birthday for me, a kind of rebirth. 5 years ago today while driving home I experienced discomfort in my chest that stayed with me for two days. It was a Wednesday much like today and I thought it was heartburn from the spaghetti & meatball dinner I had with the chicken nuggets mid-night snack. It was unusual for me but I had spent the night watching over my mother who was in physical rehab; I’m fortunate to be part of a strong support system in my family. I did not think it was serious because like a lot of men in my position I was pretty active. I swam occasionally knocking out laps with ease. I rode my mountain bike pretty hard, no less than 10 miles, 4 to 5 times a month I even shoveled my parent’s driveway and sidewalk with no issues a couple of days prior. I was fit except for excess weight. The fact is I was very sick and had no idea. See that Wednesday 5 years ago I had a heart attack and didn’t realize it until I was on the table two d...
Realizing your place and purpose