I’m sharing this since @Randolph Reynolds had trouble posting. He wanted me to share this in the Mental Health forum, so I thought this was a great spot to add his update. Randy says, “I felt like commenting about my EQ or emotional quotient. It has been dinged of late. The most bothersome is that no longer can I have telemed with my specialist, but it is back to the 120-mile drive to see him. I have to have a friend take me down to Phoenix, and I go through three O2 tanks. Added to that, the last half of October has more than the usual doctor’s appointments; most have nothing to do with PAH
Such a month. The leaves are in their best colors, a this used to be a special time of year, but I have let my EQ sag my happiness. All this is necessary to maintain some quality of life. The management of my disease is working well. So I tell myself, what the h…? Press on until it is done. Best to all.”
Randy, what is the kindest thing you can do for yourself after these long trips and a busy day of appointments? I would suggest rest and recharging in between these longer appointment days. I’m grateful for your friends who drive you to and from these appointments. Hugs and prayers are you get through such a busy month!