As I was backing my car into my driveway after a beautiful late summer drive in the countryside of NH today, my PA (Physicians Assistant) from Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital in Boston was calling me. At first I was a bit apprehensive to answer it knowing that she's calling to let me know that I didn't qualify for the procedure.

All of you are the first to know that I have been accepted for the Lung Coil Procedure and I will know within a couple of weeks when the actual procedure date will be. I need to have a consult with the anesthesiologist prior to being admitted and within a couple of days after the consult I will receive the coils.

I was turned down for the Lung Valves when I was accepted to participate in this clinical trial in January 2014, but through sheer determination, patience, a lot of praying and the positive attitude of my PA, Aishatu Aloma, we finally made it.

I will let you know what happens next and I wish everyone here a chance to improve your breathing and quality of life no matter what procedure is chosen as long as it makes us feel better!

God speed...