Hi Ray: Thank you for your kind words. Going to surgery was not so courageous as necessary. Since I did not have a deal of pain I asked the surgeon in one of earlier appointments if the surgery was necessary. He said it was necessary. I suppose I asked because I was a bit concerned. The first time I had total hip replacements I was in excruciating pain that I gave my self into their care. This time it seemed strange to be going to surgery sort of by my choice. I have been around the block on my crutches but it is a painful effort. It is an effort to focus to not put any weight on the right leg but the pain is in the wrists. My wrists are not used to bearing so much weight! Happy Thanksgiving to you, your family and friends...Tom
