I knew today would be an 'anxious' day--I tried to get some sleep during the day
but couldn't.
I had planned to take Gino out for his birthday to a new
restaurant called Salute.
He picked me up at 7 PM and off we went.

Inside we were seated with Gino
choosing a booth. I had been here when it was a Brazilian restaurant and it was
now completely redecorated. There were candles and the room had low
lighting.

Me with glasses

Me without glasses

And then it happened--I started to
have an anxiety attack--I told Gino I had to go home and get an Xanax (ironically I always carry 1 with me
but this time didn't!!) so we left the restaurant with my assuring the owner and
waitress we would be back but when I got home I told Gino I didn't think I could
go back--I felt so bad because Gino has been so good to me, not only during this whole heart thing but over the years and it was our tradition that I take him out on his birthday-- BUT I did promise him
we would go out for dinner---and this time I would a Xanax before we went.
I did take one when I got home and a hour later really calmed
down--and I plan to take another before I go to bed--I NEED TO SLEEP!!! Will
have to discuss this with primary doctor when I see him Thursday.