Tomorrow it will be six weeks since I had my shoulder surgery. I went to the doc today for a check-up and he told me that I can finally stop using the sling I have had to wear this whole time. Mainly this was because the bicep tendons were mostly severed and frayed so he cut and trimmed them and then screwed them back on elsewhere on my skeleton, along with the couple of dozen other screws used to repair the rotator cuff tendons. Six weeks was needed to keep the bicep muscle immobile to make sure it healed and set. I really came to hate that sling, so it was great news today that I can take it off and begin the physical therapy of rebuilding the muscles in my arm and regaining full motion. I really never had any idea of how painful this procedure was or how long it takes to recuperate. My commiserations to all who have had it done, and if you haven't but ever need it, be prepared.
So anyway, I sez to the doctor, "Hey doc, can I go fly fishing in a few weeks?"
He gives me a dubious look and appears to be about to say no.
"I know you told me 4-6 months before I could play tennis again, but fly fishing is not nearly as stressful on the upper arm and shoulder." He still looked doubtful.
"If you are casting correctly your elbow should be tucked in near your side anyway and your forearm and the rod do most of the work." (I may have failed to mention that I don't exactly have the best cast in the world).
"Well, alright, just take it easy," he said, giving me the green light.
So, barring some other issue that may arise, I should be there. The beer will be safe in camp (at least from me, but I don't know about that Bob guy
![Rolling Eyes :roll:](./images/smilies/icon_rolleyes.gif)
) How many bottles of that wine do you have, Curtis?
![Very Happy :D](./images/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif)
Oh, and by the way, I insist on bringing the firestarter which is pictured below.
![Image](http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f18/spandoc/sling2_zpsztlfp0xd.jpg)