Just wanted to share a few sights and sounds from Steven and Sarah’s baby shower on Sunday. It was a fun time and they got lots of nice gifts of course. Everyone had a great time during the calm before the storm ;-) Good luck Sarah and Stevie G. I’m looking forward to spoiling him. Read the rest of the story for the videos!
I just wanted to give an update on Dad’s progress. First and foremost we want to give God all the glory for a successful surgery. He came through the surgery great according to the surgeon and was very successful. He was in surgery for around 5-6 hours, so needless to say we were anxious to see him. About an hour after surgery they got him settled into CTSU (critical care unit) then we were able to go in and see him. It was a load off of our shoulders to see him doing well. He was able to respond to us as well as the nurse by shaking his head and other bodily gestures. It was sad to see him go through all of that, but it was needed. We’d like to thank everyone for their prayers and visits and welcome more of it! Continue to keep Dad in your prayers.
If you have some time tonight and tomorrow, please say a few prayers for Dad. He is having triple by-pass surgery tomorrow around Noon at Wake Med Heart Center. He is expected to be in surgery for about 4-6 hours. We will not be able to see him until around 8 or 9ish due to the recovery time. As of tonight, he was doing fine, just somewhat nervous as should be expected. Tomorrow our family will be on the 2nd floor waiting room (the only waiting room on that floor) which is accessible from the A & B elevators. Any prayers and/or visits are appreciated greatly.
Working hard as a boy on a family farm, growing up with only the basic necessities of life, the wonderful man I call Dad finally retired this week. His life and his accomplishments more than amaze me, even though he had no college education, no big plaques, or rewards. He ran a milk route early on in his life, then worked at a local hardware store. Later he made a career for himself at Chicopee in Benson, where he would eventually retire, carrying 35 long years on his back. (more…)