From Bruce Smith:
Wed AM
Wag is out of ICU but not out of the woods. The Dr. still says that they can not operate due to the weakness of his heart. They talked to another Dr. and he suggested stints but that it would still be a risk because of his kidneys also being weak. They have sent out his records to some other doctors outside of the VA for further opinions. He is now on the 5th floor #135 at the John L. Mclellan VA Hospital in Little Rock, Ar. I will be going up later today to check on him. His sister, brother-in-law and neice are there now. His son is due in today around noon. Keep up the Prayers.

Later Update:
Visited Wag tonight and he had better spirit but still worried. The Cardic Team of Doctors had still not made it by tonight as of 7:00. They are supposed to do some more test tomorrow to double check his heart muscle and for sure whether he can have stints or not. That is all at this time.

From Karen Reinke:
Today, Feb 25 is National Chili Day!

From Becky Allen:
Brent's brother - Clay Allen - passed away yesterday evening, after battling a short illness. He did cook chili some with The Buzzard Bar Cooking Team. Will let you know when we know more details.