Nicki, will pray for Tom to have as easy a surgery as I did. I only had one side done, so he is one up on me, but I pray they will go well. Surgery is much easier than rad, more difficult than chemo. At least, that was how it was for me. The post surgical issues are the most trying. I have tissue and nerve issues with my shoulder, but nothing that stops me from working in the yard or swimming or doing any of the things I used to do, its just that there is some pain during those types of activities. Not debilitating, just there. I take tylenol when it gets difficult. Just two per day for a day or two after real strenuous activity. No big deal. Hope all else is well with you both.