I hate to do this, but I am really just too tired to post much tonight. I haven't slept for a couple of days now (I've tried - it's just not working) and it's all catching up to me.
Anyway, nothing really at all happened today. One good thing is that Kev's head has stayed the same size for days now so it appears that he is reabsorbing the fluid that is created daily. YAY!!
That's really about it. Which is why I am going to cut this incredibly short and just go to bed.
Sorry everyone!
First 2 from the Nov kit!
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16 comments:
Leslie,
Don't be sorry. Day 56..you are extremely exhausted in every possible way and you still posted. THANK YOU. : )
I must tell you once again that you are doing such a fantastic job. I think we all, including all of the visitors that you have had, must see how much your son means to you and the incredible job you are doing to make sure he has the best care possible. I'm so glad you've had visitors that care so much too. It must help you begin to feel a little peace and not carry this load yourself.
They have witnessed not only what you are going through with Kevin..but when they go home, sure this is constantly on their mind..but I truly feel your actions sure must be getting the respect you so deserve. You've been there since day one. You've seen it all.
Everyone who has come to see Kevin and be with you have seen what we all have not. They've seen the reality of I'm sure what we all can attempt to imagine by reading your words, but nothing at all what you truly live day in and day out.
BRAVO to you. I truly cannot praise you enough. I'm sure you get tired of us praising you..but get used to it because we are not going to stop.
Such good news about Kevin's head. Another positive thing to place on the positive chart.
Try and get some rest. Wouldn't it be wonderful if we could each come and take a turn to sit with you, hold your hand and give you some time to just shut your eyes as you tend to making sure Kevin has the absolute best care ?? I'm sure some will come and I'm sure we all feel if we could, we'd be there in a heartbeat to help you.
I agree that it will be good when you get to Miami. More familiar faces and another step in the direction of graduated healing.
As I would always tell my kids before they would go to sleep if they had a bad day or if they were scared..think of a happy thought, close your eyes and smile. Good dreams will follow. Both of mine always chose Christmas morning as their happy place. They always awakened the next morning happy.
Find that happy place, close your eyes and smile. Place yourself in a kitchen baking up a storm. I know that's a happy place for you. : )
Sweet dreams and God Bless you and your family. Praying for Kevin's healing and strength always.
Stay Strong, Leslie..but get some rest.
Oh I hope someone got this Wednesday's Leader Vindicator for you. It has a photo of Kevin's friends skating and 4 wheeling in the Riverfest parade. Josh always does such a nice job with his articles.
I hope you got some rest last night, I've been thinking and praying for you all last night...you are a really remarkable person to be able to stick to this pace for so long, hugs to you my friend! xox.
Leslie,
You owe no explanation to anybody out here in cyber space. You must do what is best for YOU right now so you can be strong and able to deal with the care and concerns for Kevin.
You have done a good job on this blog keeping us all informed and if you are to weary to write that is fine.
Take care of yourself and get some rest. There will be many hearts and minds thinking of Kevin, you and Breezy today at the legion.
God bless,
Jeff
Leslie ~ As Jeff and others said, you owe no apology for getting rest. In fact, I would say each person reading your blog, would say, "Absolutely get your rest!" We so appreciate the daily writings, but we also appreciate your honesty through it all. I pray you were, in fact, able to rest, sleep, and awaken restored. Short or long, your messages are a blessing for us all.
Love, hugs, and prayers. Always.
Leslie, may it help to know that so many are praying for you and Kevin. My prayers are that you will be able to rest your mind and your body. Love ya!
Les, Glad to hear that the fluid is being absorbed. And you have every right to rest your body and mind. I hope you slept very well. You have to take care of yourself too. Love you all.
Diana
Leslie, Way to go it is about time that you rest when you feel you can. Don't be sorry to us honey we want you to be healthy too. Hope that you could just sit back and rest and get that well deserved rest. Love ya, Pam
You certainly need never apologize to us, dear Leslie. The pace you have been keeping for all of these 56 days would be more than enough to exhaust even the strongest person(which indeed you are). Please, get your rest, and for Heaven's sake, don't be concerned about us. You have enough to deal with. As much as we all look forward to reading your blog each day, we certainly understand if sometimes you just aren't up to it. And now I must get ready to go to the American Legion where so many of us will be gathering today. I hope you can feel the love. I'll be thinking of you. Rest well, dear friend.
I hope you got some good rest last night, although I can understand how hard it must be to relax and sleep. Maybe one of those over-the-counter sleep aids would help? Praise God about the fluid draining from Kevin's head! That's great news.
Hi Leslie,
Please don't apologize!! You need to take care of yourself too, because you won't do Kevin any good if you get sick from exhaustion! Please get some rest!!! Good news about Kevin's head! YAY!!!!!!!
I hope you got some sleep last night and are feeling better today!
Here is to a great day today!
I love you all!
Andrew's Aunt Jodi
You are a remarkable woman to continue the way you are. There is nothing for me to say that hasn't been said. Your son spent the night at my house one night after we had a graduation party for my son. What a great kid. It is an Honor to know him and you in my lifetime.
Sorry? are you kidding? SLEEP GIRL!!!
Leslie, My husband, daughter, son-in-law, two of my grandchildren and, of course, myself went to the dinner at the Legion today. What a wonderful thing to experience. The place was crowded and they just kept coming and coming. It was thrilling to see the outpouring of love and support for Kevin. This whole community is so behind you. I am sure there were many positive thoughts and prayers coming your way today. You should be so proud to have raised a son that is loved by so many people. Anyone who knows him, knows what a wonderful kid he was and what an incredible man he has become. Keep fighting Kevin and come back to us. Take care, Leslie, and try to rest.
Melissa Ion
Don't EVER apologize for needing rest or needing a break! You and your family have blessed so many. Take care of yourself. Thank you for how much you have posted and allowed us to enter your life.
Miss you Leslie! I pray that you can get some sleep. You need to stay healthy! The dinner went very well, i was so amazed with the donations of baked goods and auction items. I prob. put on a few extra pounds today.
Kevin, keep up the good work buddy!
Stefanie
Hope you got some goo rest last night. You have to care of yourself - so do that. Thinking of you, as always.
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