Kevin is going to the Cardiothoracic Centre on Sunday afternoon and will have the operation on Tuesday. I'll be staying in a hotel nearby with friends.

Meanwhile, he is re-reading the Mma Ramotswe books. I've just bought him the latest - The Double Comfort Safari Club. Mma Ramotswe is a comforting person to have around.

Yesterday one of our neighbours, a good friend, was admitted to the cardiac ward here, and has the room next to Kevin. He has to have the same operation. They can visit each other!

I spoke again today to the young couple who gave Kevin CPR when he collapsed. They're going to come and see us when Kevin is better.

Thanks again to everyone for all the kind messages. Kevin has given up on the clanky hospital computer.

Anne