I agree. As difficult as all of this has been for me (and all of us), there is so much to be thankful for. What helps me put things in perspective is remembering all of the many people I encountered during my long hospital stay who - as bad as I felt - were in much more difficult situations. I hope they also have progressed significantly. One of the things I have gained from all of this is having a deep appreciation for what it is like to be compromised along the way physically and cognitively. When I see people who are still dealing with significant issues, I have a far deeper understanding and sensitivity. We all have our 'things' we are still working on, but we can in our own way help others deal with theirs.

Answer to your question. . .I never thought I'd be so thankful for being able to see. I took it for granted. Thanks to Mayo (a followup just today), my eyesight is now returned. What a gift!