Made it home! Surgery as planned Tuesday early. More work /slashing than expected. I got booted out of my room (there is a story there) this mornng and Kel dragged me home to recuperate. If you want to see a gory pic of a lymphectomy of the neck alongside a wide nec disection, let me know - I'll email you a fresh one. All went well. I am pooped - Kel my write more.

From Kel: The surgery went very well yesterday. Yes, as Greg mentioned there was a little more excised than we had expected to be. Having said that, the surgeon was pleased with the way things went, and I'm extremely glad that it is over. It's hard to wait (as a loved one), not knowing what's happening/ how things are going.

I joked with Greg that I am now married to Jean Cretien as his smile has a slight resemblence.
The surgeon informed us of the potential for temporary(or perhaps long-term) nerve damage to his mouth(noticed when he smiles) and to his shoulder. At this point he is able to use his left arm, although four of his fingers feel as though asleep. We have noticed slight improvement since surgery and so are hopeful that this will return.

Every day I count my blessings, and today I feel especially thankful that Greg is through surgery and on the road to recovery. I love him more than words can say-truly blessed.

We'll keep you posted on recovery and any results that come our way.