It was supposed to be a simple late-afternoon date—just my wife, a quiet walk, and a brief illusion of normalcy. But sarcoidosis doesn’t care about intentions, especially when hills, stairs, and pride enter the picture. One New York City afternoon and one very confident staircase delivered a realization I apparently needed nineteen years to accept.
Superman Is Grounded: Sarcoidosis, Heart Failure, and the Two Times My Lung Quit on Me
In 2007, I got a diagnosis that came with a timeline and an attitude: sarcoidosis had moved into my heart, and the future was being discussed like it was a fixed appointment. I did what any reasonable person would do—I decided to out-stubborn it. Years later, life reminded me that “I’m fine” is not a medical plan, especially when your lungs have their own opinions. If you’ve ever tried to live normally while your body quietly keeps score, this one’s for you.
