The Word is in

“At this time, cross-country air travel is out of the question. To do so could extend your recovery time and possibly make matters worse, up to and including the need for surgical correction of any further damage from travel or show related stress.”

Yes, I’m frustrated and unhappy.

Getting hurt is every self-employed person’s worst nightmare, even more so when you rely on your body to make your living. I suppose I could ignore the doc and take the gamble, but I have more than just myself to worry about these days. Better I take the short term financial hit this weekend and miss a show than endanger my long term health or the futures of those who are counting on me for their daily bread.