My friend Kathie arrived at the STL airport yesterday afternoon, and after enjoying a huge lunch at the Blue Owl Cafe, we’ve done all we can to get ready for tomorrow and the days ahead. The run-up has been such a flurry that I think I’ll enjoy the upcoming enforced sleep. 😉

It is in the doctor’s hands now, assisted by all of the prayers, good wishes, e-hugs, karma, etc., with which all of you have blessed me in these surreal weeks. I’m due at the hospital at 8 a.m., with the surgery likely somewhere around 10 a.m. We’ll keep you posted as soon as we can. Thank you again, dear ones, for your love and support.