Good news and more news. I had my post-surgical check-up in Saratoga Springs this morning, and I got a very good report card. My EKG was fine, my blood pressure excellent, the doctors were pleased.

They loved the progress I was making on my walks and in cardio-rehab, they urged me to wait a little longer before taking on my e-bike, they were nervous about my joining a nearby gym (Covid-19) and urged me to be careful and diligent about masks and washing my hands.

I sometimes forget that I am a very high risk for the virus. I spent Friday getting a cat-scan, my primary care physician saw something in a blood test that bothered and she wants to explore it more thoroughly.

It could be something, it could be nothing. It will almost surely mean some more tests. Amy is thorough and tough. I trust her completely. Contrary to rumors on the farm, I do listen.

I’m loving walking again with Maria, on nearby roads, and in the hills. On the way back from the cardiologists this morning, I stopped at my gym and rode the bikes and used the arm strengthener for 40 minutes.

I am getting stronger and more confident each day.

Our walk in the woods is something we used to do all the time, but I had not done it for nearly a year. There was no pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath. I’ve begun losing weight, now that I can exercise. My diet is pretty good.

I am feeling good about my exercise program. The challenge is to not drop it or get distracted.