Lila had her surgery today. She was out of surgery in less than an hour, then she spent the next four hours trying to shake off the effects of the anethesia. She is really sore but feeling much better. While she was in surgery I went out to call and check on the kids. Now I know a lot of people, when they pray, ask for a sign. I don't. However, I feel I received one anyway. I prayed simply for Lila to come through the operation all right and for God to guide the surgeon's hands. As I got ready to go back inside I noticed a single dove, between me and the door. It may sound strange but that keeps happening throughout my life. During times in my life that I have been really worried about something, I have been visited by doves. I know that didn't really have anything to do with how things turned out but it is really a calming effect. Then I notice a mated pair of cardinals, the state bird of my home state. To me they were Lila and I, flying above our problems. I don't rely on, or even ask for signs. I think sometimes however, if you pay attention, you may get one. Anyway, Welcome back home Lila. Get well soon. I Love You.