Day 3 - Post Op

This is Ardith and my first time at blogging.  Nothing fancy or cute, so here goes.
Gary has finally been moved to the 6th floor.  Dr. Traverso was in early this morning with great news from the pathologist.  The Tumor was 1.2 centimeters with no involvement in the lymph nodes.  The tumor also involved the duodenum or where the duct drains into the small intestine.  That indicates that the tumor was localized.  The Dr. recommended chemo and radiation, but the final decision will be left to the Oncologist in Twin.  We are so relieved.  Prayers are truly answered
Tomorrow they will start him on some clear liquids,  He hasn't had anything by mouth since Sunday lunch.  So far today, he has been up walking 5 times.  This morning he walked past a room where a patient was eating scrambled eggs and had to restrain himself from strangling the poor guy.  Considering it was hospital scrambled eggs...I think he is getting pretty hungry.  The kids are all here in town having a grand time playing.  It has been so wonderful having all our children come and visit.  It has been so good for their Dad's spirits.  Jared and his family came and took me to Red Robin to eat dinner with all 19 grandchildren and 10 adults.  It was so fun and relatively calm.  When I got back Gary told me he really missed me and I smelled delicious.
Again, we want to thank everyone for their prayers and positive thoughts.  We have truly been blessed by such wonderful friends and family.  We love you all!