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After 4 days of seriously noisy snorers in albergues, I was getting increasingly drained during the day. At one point, I was thinking whether I can continue, whether I want to, or should have to, use hotels just to be...
I have thoroughly enjoyed and been uplifted reading all the encouraging words given to Dave. It has also been inspiring to read the many stories that have been shared on this thread of various medical situations members have gone through...
All good news. Obviously take advice from your consultant, but when I had mine fitted as an emergency procedure, I had a torrid time psychologically not helped by a consultant with no interest in my lifestyle in the outdoors. I found a new...
Get well soon. And keep that attitude!
After my severe heart-attack in March 2022 (with Stents, Rehab and co.) I felt much rejuvenated that I made a voyage to the Provence in August 2022 and walked the CP in July 2023.
All is possible, if you...
Michael PLEASE keep us posted. Yours is an issue that I know is commonly shared and will be commonly considered by many others. I am praying for you and for an ideal outcome.
I had a heart attack at a young age 47, open heart surgery, two stents, and a pacemaker. I have 2/3 of a working heart and now seven Compostellas. Take your time, know your limits, sit down and watch the world. The Caminos are there for you...
I hope you don't need luck!! Rather, I hope your surgery goes well, you have a safe speedy recovery, and rehab that gets you back doing things you love as well as you once did.
All the very best Dave. My brother offers a note: make sure that your surgical team know you’re a backpacker. The common site for the implant is just below the collar bone and just where your pack straps impose their presence. His surgeon was a...
Very best of luck to you and hopes for a speedy recovery. Your advice has shaped my Camino gear list (and footwear and backpack fitting) more than anyone.
Side note: I'll be fishing with my 80-year old uncle in Maine next week. He had a...
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