Mark, it's SOOO good to see you typing again and sounding like your good ol' self. I hope the pain while typing has settled a bit? I agree with everything JavaJan said and am praying just the same

Jan - keep on hanging on to that hope of being able to hike and fish.
Despite all the testing they are doing on you and the bumps along the way, it sounds like you've got a great medical team looking out for you. Everything will fall into line and you'll be doing your test run before you know it.

This will be a very exciting time for you (and the rest of us!) as you seek improved pain management and to get your quality of life back.
You have a very positive outlook, and this will certainly work in your favor.
We're all pullin for ya!

Rae