Major surgery is quite the forcing function.

I have to reset volunteer obligations, which I aim to keep at reduced levels even afterward.

I have to get my house in order. Beyond "guest ready," it has to be decluttered even in private spaces.

I have to document what upkeep looks like, so that I can farm it out to my friends and family for a while.

It's also forcing me to contend with: who do I want to see, and who can I count on?

I'm excited about what life will look like on the other side.