I've been away the last 5 days, now trying to catch up with the posts. Just read your post, lucky you got the medical attention when you did. I hope that your wife's surgery went well and pray that you both have a speedy recovery and good health ahead.
Santa Wally
Charter member of Clan Claus Society, Clan Wallace Society
C.W. Howard Santa School Alumni
International Brotherhood of Real Bearded Santas