I had my leg in plaster for 8 weeks a few years ago (in Egloshayle actually). First couple of weeks couldn't get downstairs so got my wife to get me a couple of very hard Airfix models. Got her to leave me everything I needed on a tray before she left for work in the morning and wiled away a...
Don't worry-you got the pleasure of knowing it was job done when you woke up. If your body needs sleep to let you recover just try and accept it. Better to be asleep than awake feeling sick I would think. One day at a time right now. Don't expect too much of yourself.
I hadn't read this thread before tonight, so can I add my best wishes and good luck to everyone else's.
I used to live in Wadebridge. Are you going to Treliske for your treatment?
Anyone suggested reading Lance Armstrong's book? His outlook was very poor, but his story is pretty encouraging.