ava: updated

Our dear little friend Ava is out of surgery and the doctors believe they removed all of the tumor. Her dad was able to speak with her and she is doing well. Thank you for praying with us, and keep on praying, if you would!

UPDATE: John and Beth have spent time talking with the doctors and the prognosis is excellent. Ava has complete use of her hands - no weakening, as was originally thought. The mass seems to be benign at this point and Ava will likely be released today! Ava is in great spirits. This could not have gone better. Thank you all for joining me in prayers, good wishes and good thoughts for our dear friends!