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The new hip thing

The new hip thing

In which I have joint replacement surgery and learn to use a walker. Sadly, not one of the giant ones from 'Star Wars.'

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Apr 25, 2025
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A star wars at - at in the snow
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You might tell your orthopedic surgeon that you would prefer to come home the same day following your hip-replacement surgery, but then the lovely folks in the recovery room try to stand you up and your weak leg buckles and all the color drains out of your face and next thing you know you’re spending the night in th…

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