My therapist stopped by tonight right after work for an initial visit to go over what I can expect from the surgery, tips for the best recovery and how best to go about everyday tasks post-surgery.  I think I got this.  

My own version of preparing is just about complete now too… I have everything I need within reach of my recliner:  Laptop, TV remote, a controller for each game system, a walker with folding tray table (so I can get my Sparkling Ice drinks and a Red Solo Cup filled with ice back to my recliner), and last, but not least… A new Intel NUC all loaded up with my entire Steam Library!  That last one’s a first for me…and took quite some time to do:

Now let’s get on with it already!