Since you are getting 'the works', how about going all out and getting a pedicure too.

It was actually pretty comical the reactions I got for having well manicured toes. I figured since I wouldnt be able to talk or do very much for a while, I might as well have pretty toes. So right before my surgery, I painted my toenails a pretty bright pink. Even with a 2 month extended stay, the toes still looked good when I left the hospital.

Stay busy, it will keep your mind off it