Some times things don’t go as planned…

Several week’s ago, I mentioned that I was preparing for a hunt in Missouri. As part of my hunt preparation, I do a considerable amount of walking around the neighborhood to help build endurance. This time, something unexpected happened. While walking up several long hills, I noticed an unfamiliar pain in my chest. The pain would go away once I topped the hill and started the downhill side. This pattern continued for most of the week. So, I decided things were not as they should be and went to our local medical center to get checked out. There was no evidence of a heart attack, which made me feel somewhat relieved. However, a stress test revealed that I had two blocked arteries. To make a long story short, today marks week three since my bypass surgery. It’s funny how life-changing events cause one to stop and reflect things that are truly important. I can say without a doubt that I am blessed.