Tomorrow morning, I'm five weeks post-op, and I'm going back to work. I'm so excited about that, and it's more than just cabin fever and boredom with television and household chores. I am thrilled to get back to life.

While I'm at it, remember that you're so great, you should be jealous of yourself. A similar phrase on a keychain once hung from a rear-view mirror with my garter from prom. Go ahead and be great. Be amazing. I want you to consider...