karfest

I also had a bunionette (small toe) done several years ago and I was only on crutches for a few days and was able to wear a closed shoe after a couple of weeks. Your shoes will fit much better after having this done.

In reference to the "big" bunion surgery...I had mine done in October and was completely healed by my April cruise of the following year. I had alot of issues with swelling that made my recovery a bit slower than expected but in a normal situation, you should be good to go by April. Just stay positive during those first few weeks...it really does get better!

I had this surgery done 8 years ago after years of foot pain that was affecting my whole leg and back.

To be honest, it was the most painful thing I have ever experienced and I was really worried that I had permanently disabled myself. I was off work 8 weeks and was unable to walk without a limp for 4 months.

HOWEVER- I am very happy that I had this done! After I finally healed, I have no more foot, leg or back pain and I can wear any type of shoe without discomfort.

I also run, walk, or bicycle 6 days a week and have no pain!

Your experience will hopefully be different as far as the pain is concerned, but it is best to go into this prepared for the worst. Even knowing what I went through, I would do this again because of the end result. I also agree that you should go to a podiatrist for this. Mine was excellent and didn't become upset when I cursed him for messing up my feet! I guess he knew I would get better...

I have to drive by Red Lobster every day on my way to work. So everyday I have to think about Santino and his hilarious Tim and Andre going to Red Lobster skit. As annoying as Santiono was, his Tim Gunn imitations were killer!!

Carry on!!!

I tend to get seasick after the cruise- though not while on it. It is perfectly normal and there have been lots of discussions about it on these boards. Some peple take dramamine but I just wait it out. it's a nice reminder of the cruise! Mine lasts 7-10 days.

maybe someone else will remember what it's called and why it happens- I was just glad to find out it happens to alot of people.