Surgery Day

Dear Friends,

Catherine here. (I can't quite figure out how to sign in as myself, please forgive me). We got to the hospital at 8 and there was a 'cancellation' so they were able to take Kip almost directly into surgery (probably a good thing, as there was no time to get too upset or nervous).

Everyone at Princess Margaret Hospital has been amazing: nurses, anaesthesiologists, surgeons, the works. Today was no different, and you won't be surprised to hear that Kip's unstoppable personality was unstopped by surgery. Three hours later and Julie and I met with the surgeon. He was pleased. No surprises. No indication of disease in the right breast etc.

Kip was back up in the ward by 2:00 and eating a cheese sandwich by 2:45. Before we left tonight, she had eaten, walked around the nursing station, ordered t.v and telephone, and begun gathering the stories of every staff on the night shift on the 18th floor of PMH.

Many of you have called, sent wishes and love. Kip's doing great. I will go back tomorrow morning for 8:00, hopefully in time for rounds, and we will take Kip home in the afternoon. We are tired, grateful and amazed.

Love to you all.
Catherine (for Kip and Julie)