To much time on my hands.

It's hard to believe it has been over a month of being off work.  I always thought it would be nice to have some time to get things done. My Doctor still won't release me to go back to work until the 14th of this month.  I think I am ready to go back now, but without a signed release my employer will not allow me to return.  They are getting dangerously close to laying off at my work and I need to be there politicing in order to keep my job.  I know that my doctor is doing what she feels is best, but this could have long lasting ramifications.  I hope that anyone out there who reads this will say a little prayer for me that I will return to work and keep my job. Thank You, Joshuattee