is scheduled for heart surgery to patch a VSD. I have struggled with this for several months, but the anxiety is now getting to me in a big way. I have barely slept for a week and any sleep I do get is in no way restful. I am not ready for this, but fortunately he is. He knows that he will be out of action for few weeks, but remains unphased. It's hard to believe this is happening now, particularly because he shows no symptoms. He is active, playing sports and swimming around the clock. Hell, two weeks ago his 6u coach pitch team was awarded a 6u world series title in gulf shores/orange beach in 100 degree heat index. Clearly, this VSD has not held him back in any way, and yet open heart surgery awaits him in 2 days. Please keep my boy in your thoughts.

