• I had surgery earlier this year and needed help from one of my siblings. • To show my gratitude, I took her on a cruise to Alaska. • We chose different activities, and we both enjoyed our time during the trip.

In January of this year, I had to have cervical spine surgery. Ironically, I wasn't worried as much about the surgery as I was about the post-surgery fallout.

For several weeks post-op, I wouldn't be able to drive (due to not being able to turn my neck), so I was trying to figure out how to get my kids to school, sports, clubs, and their various activities. Plus, my doctor warned me that it would be a good idea to get help with cooking, laundry, and any other activities that involved turning my neck (turns out that's just about everything).

Fortunately, I'm one of six childr

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