Geeze, Jack...
You sound like you're trying to follow in my own footsteps with back pain... Hopefully yours will go away though. Mine is rather permanent.

Did they give ya anything good besides the relaxers?

I prefer opiates, but they aren't for everyone... Some people just can't handle them.
But hey, if you're going to be somewhere along my route this coming weekend when I get my bus, I'd be happy to stop in and visit. It'll be nice to get out of this house for a while, and STAYING out for a few days is a damn nice thought!
I'll be heading to NC to get the bus... So, if you or anyone else is along the path from Bossier City, LA to NC...

-Mac