Hello, I felt like I needed to send you a hopeful note. First of all, I am<br>a retired nurse so I know a bit about what I am talking about. Heart<br>surgery in and of itself causes depression, so many changes to your body<br>and lifestyle. I f you are able to get out and take short walks in the<br>day/evening you might feel much better. Summer nights are soooo looong! I<br>get down in the evening too, I live in hot Arizona, and am recovering from<br>back surgery. I don't go out til the sun is almost down. I also have an<br>intolerance to heat so summers here are not my favorite season. You also<br>might try a support group, just being able to talk with others about the<br>way you feel is really soothing, you can help each other and maybe set up a<br>phone call or visit for coffee, or ice tea, or whatever. Hope some of these<br>suggestions help you- you could also be open with your doctor and tell<br>him/her that you may need an added anti-depressant, at least til you are<br>feeling better. God bless you and feel better! Diane<br>