Matthew Costello’s Recovery Days
Update
While still recovering from his quadruple bypass surgery, Matthew was called to help our mother through several health issues. Then last month he had to start the process of planning to move her to a Long Term Care Facility. Researching the options, making contact, engaging legal help and planning & packing for the move. Thanks to the help of many friends, tasks associated with getting ready for the move were accomplished.
However, between our mom’s illnesses, the move and still working with limited stamina, he has not been able to get his work back on a steady track yet.
So many people have been so generous so far. We are grateful for your help. We ask that you share this on your Facebook and Twitter feeds so we can reach more people.
He still needs help to cover for lost income. We are seeking contributions towards our goal. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Michael and Mark
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Our dear brother, Matthew Costello, had to undergo quadruple bypass surgery. Matthew came through the procedure with grace, humor, and courage.
Matthew’s recovery period is 3 or more months. Add to that the 2+ weeks in the hospital for tests, surgery and recovery. He really needs help to cover for lost income. The bills are coming in, including monthly business expenses. The time it will take for Matthew to return to an appreciable level to start working again is uncertain. We are asking you to consider contributing towards our goal. Any help would be greatly appreciated. In addition to his Website Development business of over 20 years, He is a professional actor, composer, musician and beloved son who has the responsibility of managing our mother’s affairs, devoted friend, and all around amazing guy. Thanks for considering helping.
Michael and Mark
Recent Heart Tests – Quick Update Post Heart Surgery
In November I became very scared. I was experiencing chest pains and shortness of breath on a regular basis. These are not uncommon after the surgery I was told, but it came to a point where I went to the hospital to get checked out. Err on the side of caution I remind myself.
I ended up staying for a few days and had stress tests done. I’m glad I did. There is no problem with my heart. I managed the stress test better than I had in the years before my operation. The conclusions: my heart is performing at better than 75%. No signs of A-fib or Congestive heart failure. And my cholesterol is 25. Yes, you read that right, 25.
It seems that my symptoms were the result of the daily whole aspirin I had been taking since the operation. It was aggravating my hiatal hernia, which affects the diaphragm. Altering that medication has reduced all of those symptoms.
So grateful I got good news. Am feeling a lot better overall. Now to keep rebuilding the business and catch up on financial issues to relieve those areas of stress!
Thanks to all of you who read these posts. I feel very fortunate to have you in my life.
Changing My Mind – the Decision to Walk a Different Path
1989. I had reached a decision point. I recognized repeating patterns in my life that were not serving me. It was important that I change that. And I did. The most important step I took was to change my mind.
There is more to this article. It can be read at my Blog:
http://matthewcostello.com/recent-heart-tests-and-choosing-to-change/