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corinna Asked July 2017

What are some ways for my semi-invalid husband and I to put some "fun" back in our life?

He has congestive heart failure which is causing fluid to build up around his lung. It has reached the point he can no longer go out to eat which was our only entertainment. I just want him to enjoy life more and physically it seems to be impossible. I would surely appreciate any ideas you may have.

corinna Jul 2017
I'm going to check that out GardenArtist, surely there must be a golf game somewhere for the computer.

GardenArtist Jul 2017
I'm not a gamer, so I don't know if there's an online golf game that might be played, but it might be worth checking out.

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Kimber166 Jul 2017
What about also inviting some of the guys over - my dad used to have his friends over for poker or other card games and enjoyed the camaraderie.

corinna Jul 2017
I appreciate all your answers and it started me thinking again. It appears you ladies like to do a lot of the things I enjoy like gardening, setting a pretty table even if it's just for sandwiches, and thank heavens for take out menus. Golfing was his favorite hobby, but of course that is impossible now, but he still reads a lot. He is on Eliquis. As soon as the heat gets back down in the 80's, rides in the country will be something we can do.

freqflyer Jul 2017
I agree with Pam above about restaurants... so many restaurants have carry-out menus. We use Olive Garden all the time.

pamzimmrrt Jul 2017
Go get carry out from your fav restaurant, get a good movie you would both enjoy,, and pretend you are out on a date? Maybe set the table with pretty linens,, candles,, go all out!

GardenArtist Jul 2017
What did he do before his health changed? How much of that can he do now? Does he read? Play board games? What are his other hobbies?

Is his CHF under control? I assume he's taking Lasix or Bumex, elevating his legs when he sits, and walking if he can?

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