Good to hear Mike. I was just wondering about you the other day while I was down in your neck of the woods.
My grandfather had the exact same surgery in the 1960's. At the time, they said it would only last about 15 to 20 years. He lived 45 more years before he passed at the age of 96. Do what the Dr's say, and don't over extend yourself. If you need help, ask for it. I know we are proud sometimes and like to do things on our own however, there is a difference between what we know we can do and what we should do.
Let me know when you are ready to go fishing. We can always head to Lake Erie!!
I have OCD "Obsessive Crappie Disorder"