Parbie,
I am so sorry you have had to go through so much. What is commendable is that I feel a very positive tone in your whole post here inspite of all the difficulties you have gone through. Moving is no small matter, specially after surgery. You are a trooper!
You are right about the recovery process, it truly takes 6 months to a year to fully recover. Those nerves take the longest. Please, don't hurry into your second surgery till you are almost better on your surgery side.
Keep up the positive attitude, and wish for a really good therapist from your heart and it will happen. Please email us or post on the forum,when you need extra support. We are all always here for our fellow friends. sending you a big hug and good wishes your way.