Earl, the problem your wife is experiencing is not at all uncommon after spinal surgery. It is usually the result of swelling and inflammation at the surgical site and will slowly resolve on it's own with the aid of a few weeks of physical therapy. Hot and cold packs used intermittently during the day will also add to the recovery and shorten the physical therapy period and pain involved.

Now, as stated by Wrinkles, learn some new songs, put your own spin on them, and just have fun with that keyboard every day. One of my goals when I first began using an arranger keyboard was to learn at least one new song every week. This not only adds to your play list, but also broadens your performance horizons. It allows you to be creative, and additionally, makes you explore all those style files to find one that fits the song. Believe me, the style file you are looking for is in that keyboard, or stored on the USB drive. Once you find the right combination, save it either to the Music Finder Directory, or save it as a Registration, which will allow you to instantly recall your works with just the touch of a button.

On days when you can get some help for your wife, step away from the keyboard, pick up a six pack of ice cold beer and go fishing. Last time I was in your area, I recall a good run of black crappie and shellcracker bluegill this time of year.

Good luck,

Gary