California.

Yesterday we arrived at LAX on schedule but we didn't leave the airport on schedule. Someone decided to help themselves to half of the contents of Azure-Dee's bag. That took some time to sort through but it looks like Westjet is gonna go good for it. Among items taken, her bathing suits. Who steals a used bathing suit? We got to my brothers place downtown around 7:30 and grabbed some food from Danny's Taco truck parked out on the street. Pretty good for a trailer with a "B" rating on the window from the health inspector. 'Even went back for seconds.

We met with Dr. Arata this afternoon to talk about the procedure. He says they have observed 2 basic valve issues common in the jugulars. One being a malfunctioning valve and the other being a valve that works just fine but is to small. The latter being more difficult to treat effectively for long term results. He says that from the scans it appears that Azure-Dee has the valves that are too small. Not the greatest news but good to know. They are going to treat both sides and we'll see what we get. There are a few potential issues with the azygos. It could be a valve issue, a scar tissue problem from the stent, or some sort of kinking issue. He doubt's its a clotting problem. Realistically there is also a chance that there isn't much wrong at all. That would be horrible news but news we have to be ready to accept should that be the case. The only way to know is to get in there and check it out. So that's what's gonna happen. The procedure is scheduled to start Friday morning around 9:00.

Gonna be a big day.