New operation date

Having been reassured by Nurse Jo (remember her?) that the "powers that be" would have to come up with a suitable alternative operation date to keep within, or close to the 4-6 week post-chemo target for operating - we were disappointed by this morning's post from the BRI.

I've been given a new date - July the 26th admission and operation on the 27th.

This will be a long wait and if half the world has swine flu by then, all the ITU beds will be taken till Christmas anyway.
But what can we do? Trust that everything is in God's hands and will somehow work out.

I just noticed that the Psalm, which has been a huge comfort to us throughout this time - 27 - corresponds with the operation date..

Anyway, focusing on some more positive things:
Tomorrow is Louis' dedication at our church. Claudia's parents have driven over from Germany for it. Originally they were coming over to support Claudia during/after the operation. But despite the cancellation, they wanted to be with us for the dedication service - BLESS THEM!

We spent some time this afternoon with some wonderful friends who have the most amazing pool in their parkland garden. I thought it about time Claudia featured again - what a waterbaby!