The doc said not to lift anything over 30 pounds, not to strain in such a way as to raise blood pressure such as holding one's breath and straining, keep my blood pressure as low as possible but aside from those restrictions, to go about my life like I have been in the past. I still go on walks an hikes with my wife. I still continue working on building our house and shop. I am kinda disappointed that I can no longer do much of any weight lifting or strenuous work outs. As long as I can do this and stay healthy, I am thankful and blessed. Sure beats being 6 foot under.

I would causing you not to be overly eager or in a rush to have surgery. From what I have read and researched, repair of an ascending aortic aneurysm in most instances is not a good candidate for arthroscopic surgery that typically is accomplished through a small incision in the artery in the groin. I found some ascending aortic artery repair surgery video's and watched them to get an idea of what all was involved. I doubt I would never have that surgery and only as a last option to save my life as long as other options are available. It is a roughly 14 hour surgery.

Sometimes in life, it's best to make due with what you have. Depending upon age, current health status, and other factors, the risk may not be worth it. My opinion may and probably will change as time goes on but for now, I think I will wait, "fly it, and watch it", and keep an eye on what the Good Lord, advances in medical treatment & science will bring.