My husband also has a defibrilator and pacemaker. He is on his 2nd one. He was 48 when we found out about all of his heart problems. I think almost every part of his heart has something wrong with it. However since he had his 1st implant he has done so much better. He still works but want to retire next year. He does the yard work and pretty much whatever he wants to do within limits. I retired 2 1/2 years ago and started quilting about a year before that. I love being able to create things for others. dh is very supportive of my hobby. He goes to quilt shops, shows ect. He is a keeper.