Kathy, if I try to merge the other threads into this one, the conversations will be all mixed up and will be difficult to follow. I'd recommend that we leave them where they are and link them to this thread. Might edit the top post and put them on top. If you just past the url for the thread into a post, it'll get translated into the thread title... like this:
4 Days till Surgery!
I'm on the 'other side' now!
I know how tough the days following the surgery can be. It sucks, but it makes for a better story. Just another few days in hell before the rest of your life starts. It sounds like you are doing great. Ramp up your activities slowly... don't do too much too soon. I hope to hear more good news. Please keep us posted.
Mark