I think I echo Gaylene's thoughts in welcoming you to this group while acknowledging that it is one to which we all wish we didn't belong. Nevertheless welcome and I hope that the group helps with support, information and a place to chat with others with similar experiences. I was diagnosed 5 years and don't often talk about it. I had been working part time up until July when I fell and broke the neck of femur. Fortunately this was not the mets deciding to become active again, just clumsiness combined with a slate floor and a bit of bad luck. Well done on being at work full time and I am pleased to hear the pain is under control. Be kind to yourself and maintain your hope.