Just three days after my hysterectomy, I could barely walk, each step a burn of pain. Hoping for a cup of tea or a kind note from my husband, I went to the kitchen — and froze. Taped to the fridge was a bill. “ITEMIZED EXPENSES FOR CARING FOR YOU — PAYMENT NEEDED.” Driving me to appointments: $120 Helping me shower and dress: $75 daily. Cooking: $50 per meal. Picking up meds: $60. Extra laundry: $100. Lost sleep: $200. Missed poker night: $300. Emotional support: $500. TOTAL: $2,105 — DUE IMMEDI