My pre-op appointment went well (other than to extreme downpour on the 2-hour drive up).  Prognosis (best-case scenario) is that the Achilles will not need to be detached to get tot he haglund's.  I will be in a cast for 10 days to eliminate the extra drive up 3 days after surgery.  I'm certainly thankful for  my family helping out with kids, and my girlfriends who are covering the few days my husband will be out of town.  This will be a journey to say the least; hopefully, the grand finale to the journey.

Update on the Kayla 5K.  I did indeed run it last weekend.  My 9 (almost 10) year old daughter took off at an 8:35 first mile.  I honestly didn't think I still had it in me.  She finished at 30 minutes, with lots (and lots) of encouragement from me.  My 8-year son, who ran with his dad, finished in 29.30 or so.  A proud moment when they both received a trophy for their run.  At least two of the four of us placed.  Haven't run since, but hopeful that I can get a short one in today before surgery.  I am at the 2 days and counting.