I walked into the
bathroom this morning while Diego was taking a shower. He asked, “Mom, would I be dead today if I
didn’t have my heart surgeries?” My
reply, “No, Diego you would not be dead today without your surgeries.” He followed that with, “Would I be able to
play soccer?” “Diego, we don’t know for
sure what would have happened, but eventually you would have been very limited
in your ability to play soccer.” Diego
replied, “Good job, Mom. Thank you”.
I was immediately reminded
of the night, pre-double switch that Diego was on an emotional rollercoaster
ride of negative and horrible emotions full of anger, fear and anxiety. In that moment, I was not convinced that I
was making the right decision for my son.
There were so many factors that helped me get through that fear. The most important were my family, friends
and God. I had no way of knowing what
the outcome would be.
Diego gave thanks
to me, but I have to give the gratitude first and foremost to God. Followed by, Dr. Paul Gehring. One day, I’ll be ready to tell the full
story, but for now…Dr. Gehring, I tip my hat to you. God Bless, thank you and good job!
