Now it is hurry up and wait time. I had a confirmation call from the doc's office to insure I knew the times etc. I go in on Monday - see the surgeon at 2, then get branded, er - a radioactive chemical injection at 345. Kel and I are staying in Wpg for night so we can be at HSC by 6 am at the latest Tuesday morning. Surgery is set for about 7. I think sister Chris (not from the Convent - my actual sister) will come to wait with Kel; perhaps others as well. The docs office told me that I will be staying int he hospital from Tuesday to Wednesday.

I have been chatting with others who have had a neck disection for MM (Malignant Melanoma). Some people are down for up to 4 weeks. Not I. I spoke with Kathy from Dr Nason's office and she reports that Dr Nason will ask me to stay home for a minimum of two weeks. I have prepared myself and my team mates that I will not at work for all of next week. From there, we'll play it by feel. Appatently I wil be intubated for surgery - oh joy!

Thanks again to so many of you have expressed your concern for my health. I appreciate your thoughts and prayers on my behalf. I feel good - am a little stressed and there fore tired. I quit coffee and soft drinks and switched to green tea - a tip on melanoma health apparently.

For those of you praying, please remember Trevor in your prayers. I understand he is going through the chemotherapy very well.

Last weekend we enjoyed Bobby Hull at our annual sportsmans dinner. I was his host during his stay and that was kind of neat. I'll post a pic next time.

Your comments are always welcome.