I woke up this morning and like most days went straight to my cell phone for my morning emails, texts etc.  But today I was looking for something more, my closest and dearest friend Cheryl Rybak was sitting at Cardinal Glennon hospital waiting while her 9 year old son, Kyle Rybak has open heart surgery.  This morning is not a NORMAL day for this family.   They had to be at the hospital at 5am and surgery began at around 7am.   They were told that he would be done around 1pm.   6 hours of sitting and waiting.   My heart is heavy for what this family is going through today, this has hit home for me.  Not only is Cheryl my closest friend, but Kyle and Danny are really close as well.  they play basketball on the same team and love to hang out.   We feel like they are a part of our family, they are a part of my everyday life.   I talk to and or see Cheryl almost everyday of the week and most of the time more than I see or talk to my own family.   I guess the reason for my post is as you begin the hustle and bustle of your normal crazy day, STOP, say a prayer for all those who need it, and Thank GOD for all you have and the health of you and your family.  I know all day today I have been thanking the good LORD for all I have and asking him to take care of those who are in need of him today and everyday.  

I am happy to report that as of 1:00pm Kyle is out of Surgery, off the bypass machine and moving to PICU.  He is still on a ventilator and hoping to get him off this by the end of the day.  I'm rooting for you Kyle!   I know you will come out of this stronger than ever.  Love you guys!   


to follow Kyle's progress click here    Kyle Rybak