So here's a question for ya - is it no big deal whatsoever to get promoted while in the military? Kevin has apparently been made Corporal, and we inadvertently learned that once we got here. This is actually his third promotion since being wounded and we have never officially been told of any of them. Just like here, someone always comes into his room and calls him (for ex) Cpl Kammerdiener and I always so 'no, he's a specialist (or whatever) and they verify it and then tell me I'm wrong. Maybe it's the military way not to feel pride in moving up the ladder? It just seems strange to me...
But anyway, Kevin still isn't doing really well yet. They have doubled his blood pressure medication and he really just won't eat. They decided to give him the weekend to get back to normal caloric intake or they will put the feeding tube back in. I am so glad that they didn't do it today, but now I really need to get him to eat. So much hinges on it, ya know? They won't remove the catheter until he does because they have to measure input and output to make sure he doesn't dehydrate, he can't stand up because he is too weak, we will be staying in the hospital longer too, and I'm sure it plays a huge part in his vitals being so high. Ugh - I sure wish he understood how important it is!
And believe me - I see how inflamed his face is. I know it has to hurt like hell to swallow, but you have to do what you have to do, right?
Well, I am going to hit the hay. I find I am so bored that I just want to sleep all the time too. Of course, it could be because I am tired, but this just laying around on my cot all day in the hospital is killing me.
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Leslie,
Praying hard for Kevin. It would have been wonderful if these surgeries were not necessary. Setbacks are so difficult and to see him in such pain must be killing you. Back on the roller coaster ride.
It is so hard for "us" to see things regress with Kevin's health. I cannot even imagine how you get through it.
I am sure this must have been major surgery...no minor little outpatient visit for sure. So many things to ponder..blood pressure, not getting up, not eating and the list goes on.
All we can do is pray and let Kevin know how much we all care about him.
Thanks for keeping us updated. Get some rest. Tell him congrats on his promotion.
What happens if you stand over him and talk to him ? Tell him what you need done and how important it is in his recovery.
I'm just so sorry he has to be going through this with everything he has already been through.
God Bless.
I don't generally pray, but tonight I'll be praying for both you and Kevin. Please Lord, bring relief.
I pray that tomorrow is much better! Poor guy. Have you tried any cheesecake? Or maybe even that would be hard to eat. Seems like applesauce or something that can slide down without much movement. I'm sure you have already tried different things for him. Does he sleep quite a bit or is he awake a lot? Does he seem to know what you are saying to him? I really hope to read good news tomorrow. It's just that it's so new that I suppose it takes a while.
Take care Leslie and thank you for letting us know how things are going.
Kathy in IA
Stay strong mama! That's awesome to hear he was promoted again even though it was never relayed to you. Congrats my future husband love ya get better I can't wait to see you in July!!!!! Love ya Jess
Congratulations on Kevin's promotion. He is now NonCommissioned Officer. I'm continuing to pray for you guys, as always. I hope this can all be worked out soon. Thanks for keeping us updated, Leslie.
Try popsicles, the coldness may help ease the soreness. As for you being sleepy, could depression be setting in?
Mary
Leslie,
Can you get outside and walk for a bit? Or are you staying with Kevin 24/7 ? Sometimes a bit of exercise gives you a new perspective and will help circulation from sitting so much. Remember to take care of yourself too. Kevin really needs you to be healthy. Sorry I sound like a mother, but I care about you too. That and drink lots of water. :-)
I'm praying.
Anita
I don't know anything about what the military does here in the States. But I have pen pals overseas through AnySoldier.com, and let me tell you it IS treated as a big deal when someone is promoted. Even under the worst conditions their fellow soldiers do what they can to at least have a flag and a little ceremony for promotions and re-enlistments. On the bigger bases with more resources they do more like a dinner for instance.
Don't promotions come with pay raises? You'd really think they would notify Kevin! Geez.
Congratulations to Corporal Kevin and family! We wish we could take every ounce of pain away from you.Leslie,your emotional health has been through so much- we can't even try to understand- because you are living this daily. Please try to do something each day for you. You are so strong but so human. You have to have your down time. God bless you all. Kevin , may you know in your heart that we thank you for the extreme sacrifice. You deserve happiness and a blessed life. Love, always, The Reeves Gang.
Try milk shakes, yogurt, or chicken noddles soup...even just the broth. Or ask them to puree cheesecake for him, since we know he loves that. smashed bananas might be good too. Good luck and still praying in PA.
Kevin has been in my thoughts and prayers so much these past few days especially. I hope he has been able to eat something today in spite of the pain. I wish I could bring him a milkshake or something! Congratulations to him for another promotion. Corporal Kammerdiener sounds very distinguished!
Take care. You'll both be in my thoughts and prayers.
hey leslie,
Anything can bet but thru a blender...learned thru my brother, who had throat surgery......steak, m.potatoes, salad ....anything....sounds gross but he was happy, as well maybe Kevin will be too
thoughts and prayers for ya'all
Lisa
I hate to tell you this, but you do need to know. I heard on the radio today that the VA in Florida messed up big time and now have to test over 10,000 soldiers for Hepatitis A, B & C. Some medical equipment they used that turns out was not sterilized as they had thought it had been!
I am not sure if this was suppose to stay hush hush or if they will tell you about it, so I wanted to make sure you know about it.
Prayers and good thoughts sent for Kevin's recovery right now and that he is not on this list of 10,000 at risk soldiers!
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