My Instacart shopper, Zak, is hilarious. #spreadhumornotcorona #coronasoldier #zakattack

I met with my cochlear implant surgeon this week and received what I’ve billed “The Surgery Box.” The box contains all I need to be prepared for getting cut open, apparently. The surgeon was the 11th appointment I’ve had on this journey so far (not counting the 3 ear infection appointments). The health plan is really getting a workout this year. . My first appointment was with the somber audiologist, who confirmed that my hearing had in fact taken a dump (technical term).