So the 'you had a silent heart attack' scare is dismissed after extensive examination by a cardiologist, so we can get on with the original issue - stenosis caused by a herniated disc.
Waiting list on the neurosurgeon (the alternative is to drive three hours to Houston) so appointment on July 2 and surgery on July 13, then 2 weeks recovery...
In the meantime, stuck at home, where pain precluded much physical activity past minor housework and then sitting in several experimentally derived positions that alleviate back pain.
Somewhere in there, Dorable whispers soothing things in my ear, and the stories go on.
As always, I deeply appreciate the feedback on the stories and now I add to that then thanks for all the kind thoughts, wishes and prayers.
Oyster...
(Who knows how real oysters feel, stuck in one spot all the time.)