Off to Indiana.......

Maybe. Leaving Utah at 1:35pm to Phoenix, now rain delayed in Phoenix and after 2 hours deplaned. We are waiting in the airport to see if we will get out of Phoenix tonight. This is the reason I decided to fly out on Sunday instead of Monday.

History: Since May we have been weighing the options for Scott's health. He was listed on the transplant list in Salt Lake in late May. At that same time, he was also talking with Dr. Shane Mangus a surgeon in Indianapolis where he had done a transplant evaluation in March. University of Indiana wanted to do additional biopsies prior to listing him there. The reason for their concern is that upon transplant, it is necessary to suppress his imune system to avoid rejection of the new liver. With the imune system suppressed, if there were any cancer, it would spread quickly. While talking with Dr. Mangus, Scott discussed his desire to have his liver reconnected if possible instead of the transplant. After reviewing additional information we sent to him, he stated he felt it was possible to reconnect and that his liver may be able to regenerate. At the time of the surgery they will also do several biopsies. He stated about a 50/50 chance of success which made this a tough decision. During this time, we were very blessed. Through prayer, fasting and priesthood blessings, it was made clear to us that Indiana was where we were to go. Surgery is scheduled for Tuesday. He is to be at the hospital at 5:30 am which is 3:30 am Utah time.
There are 5 of us traveling today. Scott and Susan, Elise, Quinten and Skyler (our 'kids') and also Scott's brother Brenn. Our son Matt will be flying into Indiana at 5:00 am on Tuesday.
We are so very blessed to have so many who love and care for us. Thank you to all our family and friends. We love you so very much!!!