Well Spine it sounds as if you have it all sorted . They are some great points. I love the one where you tie your cell to the bedpost ....they do then to JUMP when you least expect it and end up on the floor or behind the flipping couch so you cant get near them

I didnt find the implant to 'rugged' as you say. I was surprised at how well I coped. As Id had spinal fusions done prior to my implant and boy were they sore. They had to be THE most painful surgery Ive ever had. So when the implant came along I was pleasantly surprised at how well I coped. But then we are all different and have different pain thresholds too.

I hope it all goes well for you......keep smiling

Jackie