Matt so sorry to hear about your situation. I hope the surgery goes well and your back in a tree before you know it. I have been battling some bad arthritis since I've been about 20 and forsee a future with many problems. It hurts to draw my bow and it really hinders a lot of my activities I enjoy doing. You are right about not really appreciating something until it is gone. Keep your chin up and let us know how the surgery goes.