Success!

   The tunnel line is in, complication free!!  My favorite doc did an absolutely amazing job and was well worth the wait.  I found out through the grapevine that he was supposed to be out all week recovering from surgery, but came in just for me.  I feel like I have to send him the biggest fruit basket ever, but want to think of something even better.  Any ideas anyone?

     I was so afraid of this day for so long, but then today I was surprisingly calm. And even though I was sedated, it wasn't nearly as painful as I thought it would be.  I am now officially a true believer in the magical powers of positive energy, prayers, etc. and I cannot thank you enough for all the love and support you've sent.  I really think it worked!!!

     I'm still not out of the woods yet and we'll probably have an ultrasound done in a few days to check for a blood clot, but this is one big hurdle cleared.  And now, without further ado, meet my tunnel friend...