Big Month for Daddy, too

So I know this blog is called "Katydid" and that 90-some% of the posting is about that little cutie-pie, but there are a couple of big things coming up for my husband. You know him. Brian? Broad shoulders? Shaved head?

The first big thing is that this Sunday he will be participating in his first marathon: the Flying Pig in Cincinnati. He and his faithful friend J.T. have been training since January, religiously or relentlessly, depending on your perspective. He has gone through a lot of pain, fatigue, mental and emotional struggles, and I'm really proud of him that he is officially ready for the big event. Even when we were on vacation last week, he stuck to his training schedule, going out for a "short" 2 hour run within a few minutes of arriving at the condo (after all that driving and unpacking). So if you're insane enough to be awake at 6:30 this Sunday morning, think about Brian and J.T., pushing off the starting blocks. Think of them again shortly before lunchtime, when they'll be breaking the tape.

On the other hand, some of you know that Brian has been dealing with a bum shoulder for well over 2 years now. He has no idea how he acquired the original injury (moving furniture or something), but tests show that he has a torn rotater cuff. He's tried physical therapy, cortizone shots, and even had surgery scheduled for January of 2006, but cancelled at the last minute because he was feeling better. Well, he's finally decided to bite the bullet and have that surgery, realizing that nothing else has helped, and he's way too young to deal with this pain for the rest of his life. (plus he'd like to be able to lift Katy over his head) So today he scheduled surgery again, this time for May 21st (3 weeks from today!). It depends how it goes, but he will be out of work some, not able to drive for a while, and will expect about a 6 month period before full recovery. So anyway, May will be a significant month for our family, we'd appreciate your prayers! Especially for my wonderful husband, who does so much for us. I'm looking forward to posting the progress...