At Sunday dinner, Dad told 23 relatives: “She’s wo…

my grandson.”

I explained the surgery, the risks, the expected recovery. She listened intently, asking intelligent questions. This was a woman used to making important decisions.

“How long will it take?” she asked.

“Four to six hours. It’s delicate work.”

“But you can do it.”

It was not a question, but I answered anyway. “I’ve done this operation 127 times.continue reading …