This afternoon I answered the phone as it was ringing and was pleasantly surprised to find out that the surgery date was set!  I will be going back into surgery next Wednesday (25th) afternoon to clean out the wounds and re-sew them all back up.  It is coming at a tough time schedule-wise for the kids activities but I know all will go as it should.

I am finding peace with all of this after the exciting day I have had.  I was able to drive to pick up the kids from camp today and even took them to the grocery store to get some fruit and veggies.  The freedom I felt in doing these two rather "normal" things was amazing!  I even made dinner tonight which has not happened in ever a month!  Keith welcomed me back to reality as the kids all complained about how they did not want to eat dinner (spaghetti and meat sauce)... one needed noodles with butter, another needed sauce without meat, and the biggest wasn't sure but tried a little bite before finishing the small helping and asking for more.  Mom is back but I have to take the reins back soon!

Life looks so good and I am excited to be back in the game again!  I know I will gain my strength back before surgery so I can come back from this as quick as possible!