Great Ending to a Very Stressful Week

The title pretty much says it all. But being the windbag I am and have been known to be ;o), I have to elaborate.

Dad had his surgery yesterday. From the way the doctors were talking before the procedure they expected things to be far more complicated than once anticipated. My dad's tumour was quite large. It was a tumour in his bladder and the tumour was 3/4 the size of a normal bladder. On Thursday, the surgeon gave my father an Epidural (due to his heart and lungs having other issues, this was the only option). They removed the tumour completely and immediately ran a Path on the tumour to determine the nature. It was malignant. We expected that as did the doctors. The good news came after the complete removal while they were waiting for the Pathology to come back, the were able to determine that the tumour was not invasive as once thought and the Ultrasound showed it being invasive (spread). They determined that at this time, no Chemo or Radiation will be required. He will need to be "scoped", every three months. Fine, we will take that....My entire family breathed a sigh of relief as my father has experienced so much pain and suffering due to his health from a very young age (17). We always asked the question "Why Dad?" Dad is one of the more "faithful" people I know. He has a strong tie to his church and God. I know a lot stronger than all of us combined. My mother always said "God will only give your father what He thinks your dad can handle." No matter what health issue, or crisis comes about that man maintains his faith and his strength. I have always maintained that my father is one of the strongest people I know. Not just physically strong to have endured all he has....but spiritually, and he has never given up faith, not even a little bit.

So now on to everyone, everywhere:

To everyone, family, and friends, your prayers were answered. Our prayers were answered. You will be blessed for your goodness. I just know it. You have supported me in some really rough emotional times. Although, some not close distance wise, I know your heart was there for me, and I thank you so very much!!! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!!!!