Welcome to the lung cancer group @dablues82. I'm sorry to hear that you are having to face this. I like @frouke's perspective of continuing to look forward. It certainly sounds like you are on the right track to figure out what's causing these nodules. Waiting until a nodule is over 1 cm is not required, but not unusual either. IF needed, the surgeon will assess your overall health when determining fitness for any surgery. They'll want to make sure that you are strong enough for anesthesia, the surgery, and recovery, but that's down the road. Focus on what's directly in front of you, the next scan. That's what you can control today.
Did you move to be closer to family or friends? Do you have support of friends or family?