tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6815867650533403423.post5580195743989865733..comments2023-11-02T11:00:31.919-05:00Comments on Mended Wings: Day 852 - Sep 28, 2010Lesliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04099407836145699943noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6815867650533403423.post-86310007395778984512010-10-27T09:44:44.158-05:002010-10-27T09:44:44.158-05:00Gosh! I started reading your blog today. I cant i...Gosh! I started reading your blog today. I cant imagine the pain as a mother having to explain yourself to people. Some people just dont have a clue of what is required to care for someone. People make me so sick. This young man volunteered to fight for our freedom. I am sure he had big plans for his life and never expected to be in the situation he is in today. I believe we owe him more then we can ever do for him. His whole life has changed direction because he believed in his country. You and me!! <br /><br />As for the house, please, have you ever been in a wheelchair, ever try getting around in small areas. My stepfather was at my house (2000 sq ft) once in his wheelchair. My bathroom was not big enough for his chair and my husband had to practically lift him. People in wheelchairs need doorways big enough to get through they need room to turn around. This young adult and any others that are injured fighting for our freedom should have the best of the best. Maybe those that dont think so should go live in another country and really see what we have here.<br /><br />Just had to vent.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6815867650533403423.post-64585995152666721902010-09-29T12:35:53.841-05:002010-09-29T12:35:53.841-05:00Keep on "keeping on" Leslie. You hit the...Keep on "keeping on" Leslie. You hit the nail right on the ol' head when you said a couple of comments sounded like jealousy. Kevin has a lot of new things .... I had to bite my tongue (well, in this case, fingers) on that one. Us taxpayers should be concerned - please.... we should thank men and women like Kevin everyday and say, what else do you need? Our government and we Americans owe our wounded military the BEST care possible - that includes whatever is best for their future. <br /><br />I love the expression YOU GO GIRL!<br /><br />Wasting $300 of Kevin's money each month - $3,600/yr. Now that's a concern! Makes me wanna spit.GrannieEvhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02717941986515520611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6815867650533403423.post-11606016325778067472010-09-29T11:05:13.854-05:002010-09-29T11:05:13.854-05:00My husband and I bought a beautiful large house af...My husband and I bought a beautiful large house after he was wounded. We lived in an out of the hospital, hotels rooms, and someone's basement for over a year. It is an investment not some brand new car that looses its value. We too could have gotten a free house from some organziation but we never even asked. Kevin deserves the space. Also since Kev has such a bad brain injury he needs the extra space. I have been told this by doctors as well. They need space to get away from noise, light, and a place to breathe. <br /><br />He deserves it all and you did the right thing. These people questioning it is a joke. The pool is a wonderful form of therapy and I cried when I read the post that he got one. He bought this house and doesn't even get to use it because of more surgeries and moving once again. Most people get to sit in their homes while receiving care at their local medical facility. With the VA you have to travel where is "best" because there are limited options. <br /><br />I could go on and on. I learned last weekend on a retreat that these people shouldn't be commenting and it is out of your control. Focus on Kevin and the VA's crap and delete certain people's posts without even reading them. They want to cause harm.Wife of a Wounded Soldierhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07113425984851489988noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6815867650533403423.post-56590272140035421622010-09-29T08:05:51.247-05:002010-09-29T08:05:51.247-05:00Well I guess all of us wouldn't be having this...Well I guess all of us wouldn't be having this conversation if it wasn't for Kevin serving and protecting all of us! <br />Thank you Kevin for all that you've done for us and continue to do! We appreciate all of you! <br />Take care,<br />Kathy in IAAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6815867650533403423.post-85227757997130031032010-09-29T07:52:48.323-05:002010-09-29T07:52:48.323-05:00Leslie,
I don't typically read comments, and ...Leslie,<br /><br />I don't typically read comments, and I seldom post, but I feel the need to today. Holee doesn't seem to understand the "Military Way" nor does she understand what it takes to care for a Wounded Warrior that DESERVES everything imaginable. He has made such a sacrifice. My husband served overseas as a medic, working in a trauma unit, and let me tell you - it's changed his life. And mine too. Kevin is a MIRACLE and you should be able to do whatever it takes to care for him. You have been there for your son - you have been the one to advocate for him - you went to DC to fight for Caregiver's Rights. There are so many parents that can't do what you do each and every day.<br /><br />As a Military Spouse, I understand COMPLETELY about fighting for what's right and getting backlash for bucking to authority. According to the military (and sounds like the VA) if you ask questions, you are the one they scrutinize - they try to make you suffer to make an "example" out of you so people don't fight.<br /><br />I say - KEEP FIGHTING - Fight for your rights as Kevin's caregiver and for Kevin's right to live as comfortable and as much of a life as he can. <br /><br />I do agree that the blog may cause an "issue" but don't stop writing! This blog shows the TRUTH to being a wounded warrior, and how difficult it is for them to be treated and heal. (Again - "Bucking" the system) - You are making a difference by showing exactly how difficult, stressful, painful this struggle is - your strength in fighting and bringing to light problems that need fixed is just what is needed to find a solution.<br /><br />I am forever grateful for his and so many others sacrifices. They know the danger, and they still go for all of us - even the ungrateful ones. Shame on those who don't understand.<br /><br />Like Shawnsgirl315 (Michelle) said - if you need help, feel free to send me an email, I would love to find a way to help you from PA.Jennahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14367698037887060653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6815867650533403423.post-32529856461832062372010-09-29T07:15:58.644-05:002010-09-29T07:15:58.644-05:00There is something seriously wrong with the way th...There is something seriously wrong with the way the system is working for you and Kevin. And something even more wrong with the people who feel the need to try to make things worse. <br /><br />I see there have been several people who have posted suggestions as far as people for you to get in touch with. Perhaps it would be easier if they passed along your story and asked those they know to get in touch with you. Because I am sure that as much as you would like to have time to try to explore all the avenues poeple suggest for help, you do still have more than a full time job caring for Kevin. But I think people may be hesitant to jump in so as to not jump the gun and step on any toes. If you would like us to reach out and try to help, would you please let us know? I am sure many of us would love to help get behind you as soon as you give the go ahead. <br /><br />MichelleShawnsgirl315https://www.blogger.com/profile/05819956636797785221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6815867650533403423.post-55375314991529671242010-09-29T06:03:24.537-05:002010-09-29T06:03:24.537-05:00Leslie this is breaking my heart! I don't kno...Leslie this is breaking my heart! I don't know how you do it but stay strong! My husband wondered if you could become bonded? I'm keeping you in my prayers!Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13503096710901190795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6815867650533403423.post-76321221227119677752010-09-29T02:44:33.193-05:002010-09-29T02:44:33.193-05:00Leslie, I seldom leave comments, but always read, ...Leslie, I seldom leave comments, but always read, awaiting info on that strong Trooper, a man I would have been Proud to Serve with... well, I wondert if BEATRICE has anything to say about her friendship with a person named Cindy Lewis ??? Oddly, the connection started in January, right around 10 months ago, when the problem started for CPL. K and his Mother.<br />Some folks complain too much, and some blame others when their own life seems bad... I could go on, but I am hoping that the person I refer to gets the hint... they are NOT a 'whistle blower" they are NOT a friend... they are the problem... and we are smarter than they are... and when Ms. Lewis is exposed, and legally sanctioned, they too shall face the consequences...<br />Beatrice, Cindy... never tick off a Marine... it is just bad for business..<br /><br /><br />Semper Fi, Kevin... you may be Army, but you got brass ones, and we respect that...<br />Beatrice? GFYDA and worry abouit your own 'money pit'<br /><br />To those who think this post sounds odd, sorry, but it won't to old Bea... she knows who she is, and what she is...SimpleSnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6815867650533403423.post-44774068443036583712010-09-29T01:58:38.137-05:002010-09-29T01:58:38.137-05:00I'm shocked to hear that your blog might be th...I'm shocked to hear that your blog might be the root of your troubles (I doubt it) and that people who read your blog would think that you are wasting/spending indiscriminately Kevin's money.<br /><br />I can be honest in saying that there were a couple of times, about six months ago, when I read something that made me question your choices (I WAS WRONG). Rather than to post them as comments, I went and <i>read the whole blog from the very beginning</i> over the course of a few days. It was my <i>responsibility</i> if I chose to comment at all.<br /><br />I can honestly say that, following that time, I thought it was plain that you were doing your best by Kevin, and that this was not a life of your choosing, nor would it be mine.<br /><br />But sometimes we have to step up to the plate, in the service of a loved one or another, and I believe in my heart and my logical brain that this is what you have done. I hope the legal system in your country agrees, as you have the papers and the clear conscience stated here.<br /><br />Might I be wrong? Perhaps. Does it matter? Seriously, I am merely a reader of a glimpse of what it is like to care for a severely disabled adult child. I am a nobody in the grand scheme of your life and, as far as I am concerned, my comments had better be encouraging, or not posted at all!<br /><br />Leslie, I don't know if it makes a difference to you, but I am pretty sure the majority of sane individuals who read this blog believe that you, Breezy, and your community of friends and relatives, have only, and are doing right by your son. Anyone else should go read something a bit less real, like fiction.<br /><br />Honestly. (and sorry this is so long).karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15428202747324083680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6815867650533403423.post-33608809254375748052010-09-29T00:01:33.696-05:002010-09-29T00:01:33.696-05:00It's obvious you need to get this "fiduci...It's obvious you need to get this "fiduciary" removed from power over Kevin's money. If there's no legal way to do so, that's where media and congressional pressure can help you.<br /><br />Just say who you want to receive calls and emails and we'll start making them and only stop when you say the word.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com