I must have missed something, you had a plate put into your knees? What happened to you, tdub? I'll put you on my prayer list.

What Jeremiah and joeyr said about studying is true. H.S. is going to take more effort than junior high and college takes even more effort if you want to pass. My cousin did very well in H.S. despite his slacking attitude, but as soon as he went to college he flunked every single class. My college years were hard work and didn't even have a chance to party (even if I wanted to).

Anyways, I hope your recovery is quick and as painless as possible.