I never realized before how independent I was. Now I have to have someone do something so simple as change a light bulb! I used to be such an independent person....I could do it all myself! Now I have to have someone even mow my yard. The thing that hurts the most like you said is not being able to do things with my grandkids.....I used to be totally involved with them....now they look at me like they don't know what is going on. I have a little autistic Grandson who I was very close with and I know he doesn't understand as he's told he cannot run to me and put his arms up for me to hold him like I used to. I don't mean to sound like I'm feeling sorry for myself.....hopefully I can get back to somewhat normalcy once I have the hardware out but I will always have one leg shorter than the other that throws my balance off. It's been so nice chatting with you and (maybe a little venting)! Thank you