The surgery went very well! I am hoping that some of the swelling will go down tomorrow and if it does - we may be able to see Kevin's eyes open because his upper lid can still go up. That is so exciting! I just hate not being able to see his eyes!
And I am very happy to say that Kevin's head was reduced in size by 2 centimeters! The docs are applying gentle pressure to his head in the hopes that between that and him sitting more upright, the fluid will start to reabsorb. I so hope so!
I also haven't heard any results from any of the cultures from the CSF and the fluid from his chest cavity, but he is still not on any antibiotics so I would say "so far, so good"!
We didn't get to see much of Kevin today because he slept on and off the bulk of the day due to the anesthesia. He needs his rest, so we let him have it.
Wouldn't it be just wonderful if everything all worked out?
First 2 from the Nov kit!
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i just wanted to say that i read your blog every night before i go to sleep. i skated in the parade for kev last week and i saw breeze and gave her the big thumbs up for kev. i believe she got a picture of it so if you see that thats me!
you're all in my prayers esp kev.
be strong for him! we all know he's a fighter.
-Grant
Yes. Glad things went so well. And Rest... well that's a really good thing for him after all that. Hugs!
Leslie,
Isn't it amazing what progress Kevin has made. Prayer, positive thoughts, good doctors, a fantastic mom and sister and his determination make all the difference. Hang in there.
Pam R
The Bamberg Community is thinking of you & yours today. Give him a squeeze for us.
FANTASTIC NEWS ALL AROUND!! YAY!! Everything WILL work out Leslie! Just keep believing and keep staying positive and strong! Everyone out here is thinking positive and healing thoughts for Kev. He is a fighter, and he will win! You're in my thoughts constantly!
Love you all!!
Andrew's Aunt Jodi
Great job Kevin!!! Keep up the great work - you're kicking some serious butt!!! Be sure to get your rest! Hope you were able to get some rest too Leslie & Breezy. Hope you all have a great day today, and that you can spend lots of time gazing into Kevin's beautiful eyes. God bless you all, and big, huge, giant hugs are being sent to you all, each and every day.
- Kris, a Soldiers' Angel from RI
I just wanted to let you know that Kev is constantly in my thoughts and prayers.
I found your blog last Sunday. I was just sickened by what you had described happening to Kevin. I am just so angry that it happened and continues to happen to so many others. I can't even imagine how you feel.
Thank you for telling his story. It really has changed my perspective. I have always know war is "dangerous" and there are "casualties", but I guess since I didn't have a direct connection it didn't effect me the way it should.
You have introduced me to Kevin Kammerdiener, the person, the young man, the brave soldier and I thank you. Kev will pull through. He is a strong, brave soul, he inherited that from you! You are both amazing and my heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you constantly.
Your blog has had a tremendous impact on me. I can't get Kev off my mind. I update my family on Kev's progress everyday. I don't want my daughters to be as removed from this part of the war as I was. I want their hearts to truly be grateful for the sacrifices made by all of the "REAL", brave, people in our armed services. We are all praying for Kev and your family.
Let Kev put you in a head lock for me!! LOL
Peace,
Michelle
It would be beyond wonderful if it all worked out. Have faith, friend!
Les, So good to hear you HONEY that made my day. I needed to hear your voice. I am so glad that all went so well. Kevin is doing his job resting and I hope that his Mom gets some rest too. Love ya, Pam
Leslie....hope Breezy is back with you soon with lots of news of home and all the well wishes to Kevin.
Please try to get some rest while Kev is in a restful mode.
Love you Leslie!
Hey Leslie its Megan, I've been checking your blog as often as I can. I think of you and your family all the time. I hope you don't mind a little good news. The wedding was beautiful, I had a blast, I only wish you could have been there, but I understand that being with your son is the number one thing in your life right now. I love you and always think about you. You are one of the nicest, sweetest, honest people I have ever met. If anyone deserves to have things go right in their life it is you. I will keep you and yours in my thoughts always. Love Megan
Leslie I am so happy that the surgery went well! I couldn't wait to get home from CHA to see how he had progressed while I was gone, and YAHOO he's coming along, I was so happy to hear all that GREAT news! Talk to you soon! xox.
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