Yep, this year could be better. I've had a back problem, ruptured a disc years ago, and that's not fun at all! Fatman, I hope you get healed up quickly and completely.
I'm generally healthy for an old guy, but my wife was diagnosed with some cancer back in Jan. She had two types and, they've done 3 surgeries to remove it and now she's going through chemo & immunotherapy. The treatments are hard on her and makes her weak, so I've had to do most of the cooking & other household chores. As a result, I haven't been fishing much either, and very little with tying or tackle making.
I have plenty to do, just having the time to do it all is the hard part.
I've also had a good friend and a brother in law, both around my age, pass away this year, so at least your still above the ground!