Helen,

I planned a similar trip right after my surgery 10 years ago. My wife was concerned about the same issue, she was scared. I in my off sense of humor only booked one way tickets and said I'd book the return tickets if I was still alive and if not, I told her to book a return ticket for herself (first class) and give them my death certificate so it would only cost half and book me to fly cargo. I ended the conversation with, "Think of the money you'll save!"

Fear is fear. We all have to deal with it at some time.

Cheers,

Mike