jras -
I went through 6-way open heart bypass in February here in CA and I can tell you that you're in great hands and a greater Being. Give your trust and Faith to those beside you and within and you'll be amazed how you'll come out of all this.
Don't let any anxiety affect your going into this, as easy as it is to do. This isn't to diminish what you're going through ... it's not an easy procedure, but, fortunately, this is the time to do it ... and correctly, as painlessly as possible and with the best care modern medicine can provide.
Revel in the absolute joy you'll have at feeling better than you have for most of your life after this is over. You'll be surprised, trust me.
And most of all ... take your time after this. It will not be an immediate comeback and you'll have up and down days ... all that you'll be able to handle, just as I did (despite how I thought I wouldn't.)
The taking-time is the worst part ... but you'll want and need to.
And most of all, don't obsess with the business you love. It will still be here after your six hours and for days, weeks, months and years after you've long recovered.
Slow down, take it easy and you'll be even better than you could imagine.
I know.
My thoughts with you and your family and friends ... those you'll come to count on to speed your recovery. You'll be forever grateful, I assure you.
Regards & best wishes,
Joe Benson
San Luis Obispo, CA