It has been a very long day. We got here at 9 to check in and prep for surgery. She finally went back at noon and I received the call that surgery has begun at 12:40. Dr. Barnett called me at 1:40 to tell me everything went well and there were several holes (not just one) that needed to be corrected and reinforced. The previous "trauma" to the brain tissue...surgery and radiation...caused the tissue to be very weak. The good news is he saw the problem and is optimistic he was able to close up the holes!!

She has been in a lot of pain this afternoon and finally got to rest peacefully about an hour ago. She is staying in ICU tonight and should be moved tomorrow to a normal room on the floor. Depending on the pain level she should be able to go home Wednesday or Thursday. She has a great team of nurses, many who we have had before :)...Dr. Barnett and her have made a pact to just be friends going forward so they can simply wave at each other going forward. Her spirit never ceases to amaze me.

Heavenly Father, we thank You for the incredible medical team You have placed in moms life, the incredible spirit You have bestowed in her and the amazing prayer warriors who have been with us all day! Please be with us throughout the night and keep her pain level low so she can rest peacefully. Amen.
Much Love,
Emily