Keri , we are fighters! We may be knocked down a few times or a lot, lay there dazed for awhile, but then we usually always drag ourselves back up and keep on going.

Like you said, you may not be a doctor but you are smart and can figure things out. Besides, you know your body better than the docs can know it.

I know it's hard to start using mobility aids, but then you discover how much easier it is to get around and how much safer they make your life.

Best of luck with the IVSM. I'll think of you, because I start mine this afternoon.