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I am back online....again...lol. I am using the nursing home's wi-fi internet connection. They thought it wouldn't work because, as they put it..."wi-fi is only for laptops!" But my desktop PC has a wireless modem as well as an ethernet card so I am able to connect as long as I can find a hookup. They also thought that my battery backup/surge protector wouldn't work (but they didn't try turning it on, they just plugged it into the wall...lol).

As for my health, I am in a bit better shape than I thought at first. One of my hospital breathing treatment specialists suggested using pulmonary rehab practices such as, before I stand up I take a deep breath through my nose (making sure that my O2 hose is in my nostrils, then push the breath out with some force through my mouth. Using this technique I have found that I can stand up and walk short distances (like to my bathroom and back) without needing any help. With a walker, which the nursing home will be providing, I should soon be able to walk to the dining area on my own. I won't push to get this accomplished too soon but my progress is looking good.