Update

Good Morning,

My Mom went in to surgery a little before 6:30pm and came out well after midnight. The surgeon successfully removed the tumor but had to take a small part of her skull in the process. She will be in ICU through the day today and depending on how the day goes, may be moved to her room tonight.

She hoped for a miracle to the very last moment, but maybe the miracle is that the tumor was found early on. The miracle may have occurred through a life she touched in this process. The miracle may still be to come.

Her anesthesiologist asked her what beach she wanted to visit, and what drink she would have while there. Without hesitation she answered "Cozumel" and that she would be snorkeling. I hope that not only did she get to visit her favorite beach during surgery, but that she gets a well-deserved vacation in actuality later this year!

My Mom has requested that anyone who wants to visit wait until she is home, so she can enjoy and focus on her visit with you during the six weeks of healing she will have.

We have also had many requests from people wanting to help in some way. My answer is simply to please help as you feel called. If you are blessed with gardening/landscaping skills, she has plenty of projects. If you are a great cook please drop a meal by. If you find a beautiful card, she has taken great joy in reading well wishes. Later down the road she will need help getting to work and back as she cannot drive for three months. Most importantly, please continue to pray for healing and that the tumor does not reoccur.