Early this week we received a package in the mail from children's containing Emma's surgery date and information. She is scheduled for her spine surgery on Monday Nov. 3. We were shocked at the early date she has been given even though that is what we had been praying for. Somehow having a date that is only 5 weeks away makes it more real. For now we are trying to get prepared in terms of our work, activities, Emma's school work, arranging a place to stay in Vancouver etc. It seems like there isn't much time and I know the 5 weeks will go by so quickly.

Emma is a bit nervous but anxious to get it over with and she still has a sense of humour about it all. She said the other day...."too bad my surgery is after Halloween.... I could dress up as Frankenstein!" It seems in bad taste as I write it now but boy we all had a good belly laugh about painting her face green with the halo and all.

Please pray for our family's health over the next few weeks. Emma has to be healthy to have the surgery. Also, pray for Emma's Dr.s and wisdom for them both as they study exactly how to proceed. Please pray for Emma's safety in surgery. And, for the rest of our family that we will know God's peace,strength and comfort.

Thank you all so much for your support and prayers.
Much love, Corinna and family