Expectations for recovery after L3/S1 decompression and fusion?

In 2019 I had C4/T4 decompression and fusion surgery. In recovery at home and then out patient pt I was faced with learning how to walk again and transition from a walker to a cane to walking on my own. I was surprised how for a I had to go to get back capabilities I had— and the lost. I needed significant help to get around for 3-4 months. I was told recovery from my upcoming L3/S1 fusion will be much easier. But I have questions such as “what will it be like?” Can anyone provide share their experience from a similar procedure? And their outcomes? Thanks in advance.