Thank you Ginnie! I did get a second opinion - same as the first. We did discuss the effect the surgery and fusion would have on the surrounding vertabrae. I am looking forward to relief from the impingement..and also to STOP taking pain meds and muscle relaxers! I have definitely got the food aspect covered...lots of frozen meals (for the hubby) along with pops, soup, yogurt, pudding..bendy straws...lol

I am trying to relax and stay calm. After over 2 years of pain, any relief is welcome! Thanks for the hug too! There are nice people in the world still!!