Well I have a date! September 1st. I'm feeling very okay with everything. Trying not to think negative scared thoughts. That doesn't help anybody. I just keep telling myself I WILL feel better after all is said and done. I'm scheduled for minimally invasive aortic valve replacement. My surgeon predicts a 3 inch incision starting at the sternal notch. I think 3 inches sounds amazing! :smile2: WAY better than I expected! Anyway just felt like sharing the good news that I WILL feel better (eventually)!