Update

For those who do not know, I am currently in Elkridge, Maryland. By a miracle I was able to arrive here in time to share last words with my father. He was only able to open his eyes, and express the occasional smile. I truly feel that my Heavenly Father gave me the strength to be strong enough. I was able to share everything I wanted with my father, and in turn, he was given the strength to squeeze my hand; it was a very tender moment.
 It was such a blessing and a miracle that my siblings are here; that we can endure this trial as a whole. My father passed away, surrounded by those most precious to him, at 9:00pm Tuesday, January 11th, 2011. I am blessed with the sweet knowledge that I will see him again. That he feels no more pain; and has been relieved of all the heavy burdens of this world. I thank all of those who have kept us, and our father, in their thoughts and prayers. We feel so blessed.