Surgery Update, 2:40pm

I will start with a heartfelt "Thank you" for the prayers that were lifting Rob and his surgical team today... and we, his family.

The surgery lasted about 6-1/2 hours, and Rob did very well!  They are finishing up the dressings and will transfer him to recover for a couple of hours, then to his room  --  where we will be able to see him.  He lost some blood, but not enough for a transfusion (though they may give him a pint in the recovery area).  From a visual standpoint, Rob's surgeon said things looked good, and he's hoping that if there was cancer still in there, they took it all out today.  We will probably be home before the pathology report comes back, but we will stand firm in the arena of positive thoughts.

Holly (Rob's sister) is my angel today.  She stayed by my side, cried with me, held my hand, we shared laughter and smiles.  Rob's brother Stu helped hold us all strong this morning, and his Uncle Eddie helped soothe some time in the late morning.  I am so thankful to be surrounded by so many lovely people who bless my life tremendously.

In many of life's situations, people often say they want to help others but don't know what to do.  Sometimes, you just need to be there to hold a hand.  As in the book of Job, as he wept in despair, his friends sat with him silently, which spoke volumes to his heart.  I continue to receive volumes of love in this precious life.

I was given strict orders from the surgeon to take time these next few days to get rest, because once Rob is able to come home, my work will begin.  But really, it won't be work.  It will be my privilege to be able to have him here to take care of.  I just want to see him and touch him again, and make sure he's okay.

Thank you, thank you.... the words are just not enough.  I wish you could see and feel the love I am filled with from your prayers for Rob, and for all of us who love him. 

I'll update as I'm able to.

In Peace and In Love,

Cheri ♥