About 5 yrs ago I noticed a change in my breathing.Figugured I was getting out of shape.As each yr went by I got worse.So last yr when I was at the Va hospital I wanted a check up.Everything seemed ok.What they should of done was give me a stress test They didnt.I didnt show any signs.For my age I looked pretty good.4 weeks ago I had my check up again.Told them I was runnng out wind and my chest was burning.They said it was acid reflux and not to worry.Fit as can be.Well a couple of weeks ago I suffered 2 major agina attacks which lasted a 1/2 hr apeice.They feel like your heart is in a vise & some one is closing the jaws.Not fun.So I drive myself to the Va er Hour later Im own my way to another hospital to have a stent put in one of my veins by my heart.They couldnt do it I had four arteries plugged Need a 4 way by pass.The Va refused to pay for that one THey wanted me to go Mass Va & let Bozo the clown operate.No way .I stayed where I was.5 days later it was done.Never gave it a thought.Do or die.Its going to be an uphill battle that Im going to beat even if it kills me.That doesnt sound good.For some reason Ive been given a second chance.Thats my story & Im sticking to it.Before I left I gave my dog 3 kisses & told him that I loved him & that I would be back.I never tell my loving wife that I love u.Must be a male thing .Well that will change.While I was recovering I always asked how is the dog doing?She would reply good.Then she breaks my heart by saying Ive been sleeping on your side smelling for your scent.That my brothers & sisters done me in when she said that.She helps me work on the car.The other day she says I like helping you work on your.car even though I never drove it. That will change.Well Ill be sitting next to her.I havent completely lost my mind.I dont care how old or young you are The silent killer will get you .An old saying is live today as if it would be your last.Cause it could very well be it Love the one your with.