I've been down in Iowa City the last couple of days with my dad. He had double bypass surgery yesterday. It is a major surgery for anyone let alone an 83 year old man, but he's probably one of the toughest guys I have ever met and he is the rock of our entire family. It was a nervous time, but Mercy Hospital in Iowa City is top notch. I couldn't have been more impressed with everyone there. This morning before I left one of his nurses came over to talk to him and asked if he needed anything. They were talking and as they were I looked down and she was holding his hand. It really kind of made my heart swell knowing there are people out there with that much compassion still in this seemingly cynical world . So great :). He is progressing nicely but has a long road ahead, but step 1 is complete. I'm FB friends with a couple of you and I appreciate your kind words and thoughts for a speedy recovery. Now....time for the Big10K this weekend with @runningonredbull !
