UPDATE: Dad is awake. He looks better than I thought. Had a hard day Sunday -- fever and fibulation. De-fib is said to have helped.
UPDATE: Dad is out of surgery and "on track," they say. I will be glad when he wakes up.
Leaving town for a few days. My father is having heart surgery on Friday and James and I and my sister Wendy are headed down to be with him. Please keep him in your prayers. His name is Wendell.

My thoughts are with you all.
Prayers heading your way.
Mike and I would like to name a son Wendell, one day.