So sorry to hear the news, Cocoa. Nothing prepares you for this, so it isn't surprising that you don't know what to feel. Sadness mixed with a little relief that his struggles are over, I guess? Look after yourself. Gin helps you sleep, so I hear. 
NU, that's a Good Thing - you will have two days more recovery under your belt before Christmas.
M&S Advent Calendar off to a flying start with some yummy handcream. Last year I started an "open along with me" thread, but didn't get round to it this year.
Nice to have DS home this evening. He has completed his three training evenings at work and starts properly next week. He's loving it so far. Still driving whenever he can, although is starting to develop the odd cocky habit (one hand on knee, that sort of thing).
Had a slightly tetchy text from DB, wondering why we haven't yet confirmed if we're staying over on Christmas Day night. I replied saying something about DS's shifts not yet sorted (a lie). I think he will be somewhat cat's-bum when he finds out we won't actually get to his until 2pm. Ah well, if he kicks off we'll stay here. The DCs don't want to go anyway.