The beginning of the day

Just wanted to let everyone know that they wheeled him into the operating room a little after 7:00 am this morning. Justin, Diane, and I came with him this morning to send him off into the good hands of the surgical staff and God. We were all very emotional. I think the hardest part is saying goodbye and having to watch him go knowing we would all trade places with him if we could or at least hold his hand throughout the procedure. I trust God is there giving him the peace he needs to know that he is not alone.
We just got a visit from one of the staff that everything is going smoothly so far. We should hear details from the surgical nurse within the next few hours. They are anticipating that the surgery could last until 6pm because the surgeon is a "perfectionist with connective tissues". I guess that's not a bad quality to have as a surgeon and comforting to know that he takes the time and care that he needs to make sure healing and recovery will go as planned.
We will keep you updated. Thanks for all of the prayers and support. It is amazing what the power of prayer will do to keep us strong and at peace while we wait.
Until later