Stage 2 - Final Update: Success!

2:40 pm - Blake is out of surgery, and everything was a huge success! Dr. Fraser was very pleased with how well everything went, and in fact they never had to stop his heart from beating when he was on bypass. He had no problems with bleeding this time either. Dr. Fraser had nothing but positive things to say about the operation. Blake is still intubated (they hope to take out the breathing tube in the next 24 hours), and being prepared to send to ICU, where he will likely stay throughout the weekend. We should be able to see him in an hour or so. We thank God, and all our wonderful friends for their amazing prayers. Please keep sending your good thoughts and prayers Blake's way, he still needs him.