January 31, 2011

  • Gardner

    My sons' father is having open heart surgery tomorrow. It will be the second time for him in the thirty some odd years that we have known each other.  I called him tonight to wish him luck. We chatted about that time before we had children when it felt as if our world was threatened.  I think we both came out of that occasion changed. Tonight I wanted him to know that I wished him well and would keep him in thoughts and prayers tomorrow.

    He seems pretty pragmatic about it. He asked me questions about his recovery from that first open heart and we both filled in the blanks in our collective memory. I think he is strong and will come through this okay. Even though we have had our rocky spots, I think it is safe to say that we both care about each other in the way that friends can. Keep Gardner in your prayers for a smooth surgery and seamless recovery. Thanks. Blessings abound