U-V-U-L-A

u·vu·la [yoo-vyuh-luh]
–noun
the small, fleshy, conical body projecting downward from the middle of the soft palate.
(We refer to it as the "hangy-downy-thingy" in the back of your throat!)

We all have one, but Nathan's uvula is now half the size it was three days ago. He had outpatient surgery Tuesday afternoon to remove a portion of his uvula which had a growth on it. The ear, nose & throat doctor who performed the surgery didn't think it was anything to be concerned about. He also didn't tell Nathan how much pain he'd be in! Pray that God works a miracle and that Nathan will be able to preach this Sunday (at this point he can barely whisper). You know what makes it feel better? ICE CREAM! Bring on the vanilla shakes!