My new left hip is 38 days old today.  I had my second post-op visit with the surgeon today and am now officially off the walker.  I’m now a "cane" person.  And I can drive again.  That is a good thing and it is made even better since I am getting a temporary "Disabled Parking" permit.  The permit will be valid through August 2009, so prime parking space for me all Summer in all venues.