Dutch - had the exact same thing. Injured in Jan (let's call it a skiing incident), surgery in Feb. Almost 7 months post surgery, and 100% full mobility. Strength is still coming - I'm probably at 80%. Here are my suggestions:
1) Do what the Doctor tells you. That first day home, no pain as the block is still in tact. Start your meds, even if you don't "feel" like you need them. When the block wears off, you will know it.
2) Go to PT! Absolutely only do what they tell you to do, but do it at home! Stay up on your exercises!!
3) Be patient - my tear was so bad that the doctor would not let me start strengthen until week 12 - probably why I'm only at 80% now.
I missed most of the spring fishing because of it. If you have friends that can take you, you can still use the one arm. Just be sure to "lock-down" the repaired arm so that you don't try to use is cause you will! There is a few you tube videos where people (one lady in particular) document their weekly journeys. Watch a few of the first four week episodes cause the make some really good suggestions! Most of all, good luck. Sounds like you are in good hands!! We look forward to your posts again next spring!!