long day

we got to the hospital at 5:30, they took dad back to get prepped. only 2 of us at a time could go in, but dad, mom, sheila and i had a moment together. when we were young and would go on a trip, dad would always pray for traveling mercies before we started the car. i wanted him to do that again this morning, we are all going on a long trip today. of course he won't remember his. we stayed in the waiting room until mom came out and they took him to surgery. spent some time doing what we do best in this situation, and laughed. it's funny, i have been praying for dad specifically about getting through this surgery, for a little while i forgot how big my god really is. my prayer now is for total healing, and if that isn't in his plans, then getting through the surgery with no complications. will update again with new news.