Thanks for the kind words, I've already had a decadent spiced latte and I will likely have a glass of wine tonight. Kind of sad how mild my "treats" are in times like this, but I can't help but to think of my lower activity level. My weight is already 2 pounds higher than I prefer (has been for a month or two). I need to not fall into the trap of starving myself since I am not able to be as active as I want to be, it will be challenging.

I've my own kettlebell herd at home - I will need to somehow camouflage it so I will be less likely to play with them My favorite gym does have 2 machines I CAN use without pain (ArcTrainer and the name of the other escapes me right now) - and another I can use without pain IF I am careful - it is like a semi-seated elliptical/recumbent. Stationary bikes are out for me, sadly.

Crankin, you are so right, regardless I can do more than some, it could be worse. Hopefully I can prevent it from being worse but time will tell.