Nice to see someone on here that has made it past 12 years. Gives me a bit more hope. I am glad you have made it this far and are on here to speak to some of us new comers. I am only 5 months post surgery and almost 2 months post radiation. I am hoping where I am at is not going to be my new "normal" cuz it's still difficult, more so then I would like it to be, and I am hoping I am still healing and will get at least a bit better.
It's nice to hear from one of the first and that you have made it so far and can talk about it. Welcome to the boards.