Marilyn's Story
I am 64, widow, mother of 5 and grandmother of 12. Former smoker for 30 years nearly 2 packs a day. Smoke free for 16 years this coming April. I was diagnosed 12 years ago with COPD and it has progressed through the years. I am still independent of supplemental oxygen although some days I know I could use it. I am retired so I can take daily tasks as slow as I need to. I try to walk around the store at least 3 times a week and at my own pace. That is my exercise for the week. I do get winded at times so I take each day as I can.
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