I did it.
It took a year and a half and I think my state will be closed down again soon, so I got it in under the wire.
A new hip.
I have a new hip
I Didn't Just Wake Up This Morning With A Craving
I Write To Understand. I Write To Stop Time
I Didn't Just Wake Up This Morning With A Craving 
Have a speedy, smooth recovery! All the best! Oh, and a reminder to cancel your entry for the Boston Marathon next year….
Would you believe they will want me to be there as a mascot? Funny world, huh? 😉