Crunch Time

17 days from now, Mia's 3rd open heart surgery should be completed.  I believe I have officially entered panic mode.  This week I will be running around like crazy doing all of my errands for our time in Denver.  Starting on Friday (after Izzy is done with school), we will not be leaving our home until pre-op day.  The thought of being stuck in the house for that long makes me cringe, but I know it's for the best.  This morning before taking Izzy to school, her teacher called me to let me know that they've already had 2 kids out sick.  Fantastic.  That's exactly why we won't be sending her after Friday.  We all got our flu shots last week and I can only pray that we stay healthy.  During my trip to the grocery store this morning, I think I sanitized my hands at least 10 times.  I'm paranoid about Mia getting sick and prolonging her stay in the hospital.  I'm scared for surgery day to be here, but I also just want to put it behind us.  I guess, "this too shall pass."