Bob - Orthroscopic surgery on the knee isn't too bad. I had it about 15 years ago. However, within the last 3 years,arthritis has settled in it, and I'm having to have it replaced. Supposed to have done it last year, but I kept putting it off. I have a friend who is a counselor, and she says,"When the pain of the problem becomes worse than the pain of the solution, then you'll change". Well, I think it's just about reached that point. How's Janine? Guess she's home by now being cared for by the one she loves. Best to both of you. Jo Ann