I'm so sorry Miss Mini has to go through surgery for her little knees
It sometimes seems that life piles on much more than we can handle, but in my experience, things do find a way to work out.
I pray that things turn around for you soon. I'm so sorry to hear that you have been ill...are you doing better health-wise? I hope so.
Take care and we are all here for you when you need support. Things do find a way of working out, so don't lose hope.