2008 is already a proving to be a better year for Kay & Devin!
Kay continues to make amazing progress! There is nobody out there with more strength and willpower than our girl!
Kay's right side has gotten amazingly stronger! She has gained back a large portion of the movement in her right leg. As a result her walking is much better, she now needs minimal assistance-just someone to hold her arm-while walking. It's truly amazing! She even walks faster than most of us! Kay is continuing to work on strengthening her right arm and hand and is gaining movement in both. While she may find it annoying Devin has earned an honorary physical therapy degree with all the work he has been doing with her to gain back her strength.
While Kay still gets confused at times her memory is getting much better....longer term memory seems to be better than short term right now...it's incredible the things she remembers. Her personality is definitely apparent as well. More and more we see and hear Kay's humor, snide remarks or hilarious expressions that we know and love.
The doctors are so impressed with Kay's progress they have even given her permission to leave the hospital on occasion for a dinner out. Devin was able to take her out a few times last week to some of the restaurants around the hospital and last night Devin, Melissa, Monica and Devin's mother all were able to enjoy dinner out with Kay. It was so wonderful for Kay to get out with everyone for a bit!
Today, however is an extremely important day for Kay. This afternoon she will be having surgery to have the pieces of her skull that were removed put back in her head. A true testament to her amazing progress in 2 1/2 months! This a huge step for Kay! Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers everyday, but today especially. Kay was happy to learn about her surgery and had many questions for the anesthesiologist yesterday.
We apologize for the delay in updating the blog this past week or so, but as you can see it was well worth the wait! We will continue to keep everyone updated after Kay's surgery!
Have a healthy & happy new year!
We Love You Kay!
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Hi Kay and Devin,
We've been waiting patiently for the New Year update and what a joy it is to read. So much progress and good news. You are truly amazing!
Well done Devin on your honorary degree. You deserve it and we all love and admire you for your care and committment. Together you are an amazing team. Keep up the good work and you will continue to surprise and delight everyone with even more progress.
Well it goes without saying that the candles are burning all over Ireland for you all on this important day for Kay.
Kay we know you will surprise everyone once again, you are a true fighter.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Fondest love always.
Chris, Pat and family.xxxxxxxx
Kathleen,
Another step in the right direction today. The doctors have said that will have to use extra strength glue because of your thickheadedness. We'll see you later.
Love
Stephen
KAY & DEVIN,
THIS IS THE BEST START OF A NEW YEAR. THE TWO OF YOU AMAZE US ALL EVERY DAY WITH THE STRENGTH AND DETERMINATION.
I'M SURE YOU WERE HAPPY TO GET OUT OF THERE FOR A LITTLE WHILE AND HAVE A NICE ROMANTIC DINNER WITH DEVIN THEN ANOTHER ONE WITH FRIENDS THAT IS JUST SO FANTASTIC.
HOPE YOU HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK.
ALWAYS IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
DARA
Way to go Kay! You are doing so well. We hope your surgery went well today. It's great to hear you were able to get out a little bit. Keep up your great progress. You will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, The Jen & Terry Tompkins
Kay,
Sean and I are extremely happy. The progress is much faster than I would have thought. You are doing so well and we couldn't be happier. Good luck and can't wait to see you again!!! 2008 is a new year for better things - I believe it!
Danielle Cassalle and Sean Hurson
Hi Kay and Devin,
So happy to hear the great progress you are making Kay. You truly are an amazing girl. You are always in our thoughts and prayers and we are praying that everything went well for you today. We hope to see you this coming week, can't wait! Love you always, Girl! Your cousins, John, Josephine, Brianna, Carissa & Jake xoxoxoxo
Kay,
While others have waited patiently,I have been waiting impatiently for the latest update(Impatience is one of my many flaws)I cannot help it though.I look so forward to hearing about the tremendous progress you continue to make.2008 is going to be a big year kiddo.With the continued support of Devin,and the entire O'meara clan,coupled with your supreme determination,how could you possibly fail?Its simple Kay,you can't...and you won't.I hope your surgery went well today.Keep up the good work sunshine.Your always in my thoughts and prayers.
Bubba Joe Mason
Kay-
I am so glad that this blog was updated today. I check it each day and was so happy to read about your amazing progress.
It must have been a wonderful feeling to go out to dinner with your husband and friends. How exciting!
Things are already looking up for this New Year. KEEP STRONG.
This has been an important day for you. You are a fighter and I can only pray that your surgery went well today.
Kay- you are a miracle and I salute you. Your will to get better is amazing. Your strength is unbelievable.
May God bless you and your family. Their dedication to your recovery is remarkable and it is clear how loved you are by so many people.
I feel that each time I write to you, I say the same things - about how amazing you are and how you are a miracle etc. It is all true- those words describe you and your family and there is only so many ways of saying that.
You are ALWAYS in my thoughts and prayers.
Much Love.
Linda Tritto
This is wonderful news, Kay! We continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Be well and continue to stay strong.
Annie
Hi Kay,
We are so pleased to hear about your continued amazing progress. You're working so hard but it is really paying off.
Devin is obviously a tower of strength. We know that with his love and support along with that of all your family and friends you will continue to amaze us all.
Lots of love from
Bernie, Kathleen, Caroline, Sharon and Michael x x
Hi Gorgeous!
It was so wonderful to spend time with you on Thursday! Your memory is improving every day and your humor and sassy personality shines through. That's my girl!
Being able to take you out to dinner was amazing! It is just one small example of the incredible progress that you have made. As Devin said it is YOU that is making all this happen.
I'm so proud of your amazing spirit and determination. I wouldn't expect anything less from you, but I know it's been a difficult road and you've been working so incredibly hard! I don't think anyone else could have been as brave and strong as you....and keep a sense of humor at the same time!
You're the best and I know you'll continue to fight.
I love you girl!
Monica
Hi Kay,
Our love and prayers are with you!!!!
Love,
Aunt Alice & Uncle Gary
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