Saturday, March 1, 2008 was the day everyone has been waiting for! Kay was officially discharged from Mt. Sinai! The hard work she and Devin and their families have put in has really paid off. You should have seen the smiles on everyone's faces!
Kay was able to pack up her stuff and leave her room at Mt. Sinai for good and boy was she excited! The day before when she received her discharge papers she read everey word to be sure nothing would keep her from leaving the next day.
For now Kay and Devin will be staying in with Devin's mom and Kay will be attending the outpatient program at Mt. Sinai. What progress this is!
Not only has Kay's physical condition been improving but her memeory is also getting much better. Kay says she feels as if a light turned on two weeks ago. You can see it in her eyes too, more and more of her personality shines through everyday. It's amazing! She has a much better memory than she has in the past 4 months and can recall things from the past 2 weeks that she was not previously able to.
Kay is also able to understand her accident and her current condition much more. While she can't wait until she and Devin can be back in their own house getting on with their lives she understands that for now she needs to continue her physical therapy. Kay does believe (and is probably) correct that her memory and her physical injuries will show great improvement now that she has left the hospital. She thinks that now that she will be able to do more things on her own she will be able to work her right arm and leg much more. She also thinks that her memory will be stimulated more now that she is not spending all the time she is not in therapy in the same hospital room. Kay was becoming bored because the days seemed to run together, hopefully the days will all seem a bit different to her now and improve her memory.
We're all so excited for Kay, Devin & their familes. Kay has really come a long way in the past 4 months and she never gives up! She's a real inspiration!
Kay could not have come this far without everyone's wonderful thoughts and prayers. We'll continue to keep you updated, please continue to support Kay Maybe soon we can even have Kay do some blog entries...might be a good physical therapy exercise.
We Love You Kay!
Kay, Mom O'Meara & Cindy-their first visit home
Kay & Cindy relaxing at home
Kay & Devin enjoying their new home
Kay & Devin-Their wedding day
8-11-07
Kay & her Dad
The O'Meara Family
Dave, Stephen, Devin, Kay, Dad, Mom, Tina, Cindy, Sarah & Kayla
Devin & his mom
Melissa, Kay & Monica-August 2007
Kay's Beautiful Nieces
Best Man Speech
Kay & Cindy
Kay & Magda
Jackie, Linda & Kay
Kay& her girls
Army game-Oct. 2006
Kay & Devin
7-7-07
Shaking her tailfeathers!
As we know & love her!
Kay & her girls-August 2007
Kay and her husband Devin
Kay's Shower
Melissa, Kay, Cindy & Monica
Kay and the girls having fun!
Kay, Monica and Maureen
Kay, Linda & Melissa
Kay, Linda & Melissa
Kay, Jackie, Linda & Melissa
Kay, Jackie, Linda & Melissa
75 comments:
OMG.......I am so excited for you girl! All of your had work and Devin's too has paid off. Our prayers are being answered!
I love you-
Melissa
Thank God!! I am glad to hear that you are doing better! I know it has been hard for you and your family, but you definitely pulled through. I will continue to keep you in my prayers!!!
Kesh
Great News Kay and Devin!!!!
Our prayers remain with you both each and every day!!!!
Love,
Aunt Alice & Uncle Gary
That is the Best News!!! Congratulations Kay, all that hard work has paid off! Your recovery has been truly amazing. Keep up the fight and enjoy being home! We hope to see you soon. xoxo Brian & Dena
How exciting! We're so happy for you! Keep working hard, and you'll be in your own home soon!
Jean and Ron (Fritchley)
KAY... WHAT GREAT NEWS !!! YOU WORKED HARD TO GET THIS FAR, AND WE ARE SO HAPPY FOR YOU. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK, AND SOON YOU'LL BE A CUTE LITTLE HOUSEWIFE AGAIN , BACK IN YOUR NEW BEAUTIFUL HOME.WE LOVE YOU !! BARBARA & DANNY
Kay, Devin & O'Meara Family,
It was so great to see you all on Saturday. You are all an inspiration that love, prayers and hard work pay off.
Kay-You look amazing! I was so thankful that I was able to see you and give you a hug! The love that you and Devin have is beautiful and such a joy to see first hand.
Keep working hard and soon you will be home in CT!
We love you and are always praying for you. I hope to see you soon.
Love Always,
Brooke
Congratulations Kay
This is such great news! You and your family must be so proud of all of your hard work and accomplishments. This just proves that you can overcome anything. Good luck with the rest of your recovery!
Lisa (Kluz) Pozzi
That is such awesome news! I am so happy for all of you! Well done Kay!
-kathryn collins
Well done Kay, this is amazing news!
I'm so happy for you,Devin and all your friends and family.
You've had great support from everyone close to you from day one and this along your grit and determination has got you this far. You will only improve day by day now.
Keep up the good work. I can't wait for the next update.
Lots of love
from Caroline x x
Hey Gorgeous!
I am so happy for you! You have been working so hard for the past 4months and it shows! You're now entering a new chapter of your recovery process. You & Devin should be so proud!
It was so wonderful to see you again this weekend. The smile on your face when you were finally discharged was amazing! You were beaming with true happiness!
Each time I visit you the visits are more and more like before your injury. Your memory is improving so much and I see more of the Kay I know and love all the time.
I know you're going to do great in the outpatient program. And like we said being out of the hospital will present new challenges, but I know you're up for it! There's never been anything you can't do!
I can't wait to see you again!
I love you!
Monica
Congratulations Kay ! You have accomplished so much. I am so happy to hear that you were able to leave the hospital. Good luck with your outpatient therapy, you will be home in no time. As always you are in my thoughts and prayers :)
Jennifer Tompkins (Basciano)
You know someone said to me today that we just had three straight days of sun shine, Well now I know why. Kay and Devin I wish you guys lots of luck and happiness is the rest of your recovery. Stay strong
Love
John and Joann A
Kay,
You are truly a miracle - but you always knew that - keep working hard - can't wait to see you soon in New Canaan. Our thoughts and prayers are always with you. We love you bunches! Shannon - Bryan - Taylor - Brandon - Brianne
We wish you much happiness as you begin this exciting new chapter in your lives. All your hard work paid off, enjoy your lovely home together, now and always.
love,
Lindsey and Jaime Marcus
Congratulations Kay! You have come a long way and all of your hard work has paid off! We will keep you in our prayers.
Love,
Aimee, Rob & Justin Finateri
Rock on Kay...this is amazing news! You have accomplished so much in a short time, we are all really proud of you! Devin and both families...congrats to you as well, I know this is a time you have all waited for. Can't wait to hear your continued progress.
Love,
Jessica Cipolla-Tario
Dear Kay & Devin,
Once again, this blog has sent tears to my eyes. We are so excited and happy to hear the good news.
You both have been through so much we are so glad to see that you are able to start living again.
You have been given a second chance and how wonderful it is !
With much love,
Jason, Linda Matthew & Mia Tritto
I am so happy for you!!! you have worked so hard and it has all paid off. Congratulations.. may this be a start to a wonderful future. congrats to you and you family.
much love
Deb
I am so happy for you Kay!! I know that you are going to continue to get stronger and stronger each day!! Maybe soon you can take a trip down to SC--where it's warm!! =) Sending positive thoughts and love your way!! Love you girlie!!
Devon Donnelly
Dear Kay and Devin,
I hope being out of the hospital has made a big difference in your lives! I know it must have been difficult staying in the hospital for all of that time. We are so happy to hear that you are doing better by the day! We love you bunches and are always in our thoughts and prayers all day every day!
Love Always,
Ellen,Michael and Tayah
P.S. Monica, if there is a way you could post the address where Kay is staying or letting us know it somehow please do. Some of us would like to have it if it is possible. please get back to me as possible. thaks, Ellen
Congratulations Kay,
What wonderful news!
We are so delighted for you and Devin.
You've both been truly amazing and it's super to learn that a new chapter in your lives has now begun.
Wishing you the very best with the out-patient therapy.
You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
Keep up the good work.
Love always,
Chris, Pat and family.
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Kay!
I am so proud of you!Congratulations are certainly in order.I wish you continued success with the outpatient program,and as always,your in my prayers.Good work sunshine!
Bubba Joe Mason
Kathleen -
Whew, what great news! If they try to make you go back to stay at rehab, just say, "No, no, no!"
XxooJeff
Kay,
It is so great to hear about all of your amazing progress!! You are such a strong girl and have been working so hard...looks like it's all paying off!!! Soon you'll be home in CT--shopping and decorating your home :o) Think of you often~and you are always in my prayers!!!
Lots of Love,
Meredith Tartaglia (Edler)
WOW! You did it! So happy to see you are home with your family like you belong.My prayers are with you and your family, stay strong.
Laurina Suarez (Simone)
hi kay, how is it going in dobbs. maybe i will get to see you at lois's house. i hear you look so pretty. aunt kay tells me all good things about you and how hard you are working. next week i don't have the baby. i will try to come and see you. oh...it is easter week so i have to pick up aunt kay so i will see you. just keep trying and take deep breaths...love to devin, doreen and harold
Congratulations Kay and Devin! Great news. You are always in our thoughts and prayers.
Brian and Alex Tart
Dear Kay and Devin,
Sorry we haven't posted in awhile, but that doesn't mean that we haven't been thinking about you. You are always in our thoughts and prayers and we are so proud of you. We're so happy that you are out of the hospital and on an outpatient basis that is just fantastic! We know you've worked so hard (both of you) and it sure has paid off. We can't wait to come and visit you. We Love you so very much. Keep up the good work! Love, John, Josephine, Brianna, Carissa & Jake xoxoxoxoxo
Congratulations!!!!!!! I am so happy for you! I know you have done so much over these last months to get where you are today! Keep it up! Love to you and your family!
Love KRisten McKinley
Hi Kay.
How are you dong? Keep us the good work.
Love Aunt Carmel Maloney
Hi Kay & Devin,
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Wishing you and your extended families every joy and blessing on this special day and always.
Have a good one!
Hope all's going well with your recovery Kay.
Always in our thoughts and prayers,
Chris, Pat & Family
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Hey all! Thank you for your well wishes, it's much appreciated.
Love,
Kay MacDonald
A very Blessed Easter to you and Devin!!!
Our love and prayers are with you each and everyday.
Love,
Aunt Alice & Uncle Gary
kay and devin, seeing you yesterday was great. kay you look so good. you have come so far. i told nicole you look like a teenager again to me. just like high school days. devin keep up all your good work. it will all pay off. lots of love to both of you, doreen
I am so happy for you Kay,,you sure are an inspiration. People should listen to your story and they would minimize their concearns and see the power in living that you have. Trully, you are an inspiration. Be happy at home,,,, Home sweet home.
att: Shaira Mitchell
Dear Kay and Devin,
It's so good to see that you are writing to us too! I've been waiting for the day! It has arrived! I hope all is going well and you are feeling good! We are still praying for you! You are always in our thoughts and prayers all day every day! We love you bunches!!!
Love Always,
Ellen Michael and Tayah
Dear Kay and Devin,
Hello guys I hope all is well. We hope you had a nice holiday. It was nice to see your note kay, I thought it was great hearing from you. Keep up the good work it is all paying off. Smile and be happy
Love
John and Joann A
Kay & Devin,
Everyones prayers have been answered and still more prayers are on the way.
It is wonderful that you are able to write something to everyone it shows how far you have come.
You inspire all of us with you strength and love of life.
Always in my prayers and thoughts.
Dara
Hi Kay & Devin,
Hope you had a good Easter.
Delighted to read your message Kay.
It's just amazing how far you've come and we know you've only started - soon you'll pass us all out.
Well done and keep up the good work.
Lots of love,
Chris, Pat & Family
xxxxxx
HI KAY
happy to hear you doing so well
hope to see you soon
HI devin
AUNT CARMEL MALONEY
I LOVE YOU
Hi Kay,
Just thought I'd check in and read the latest posts and was delighted to see your message.
You're obviously doing a great job in your rehab so keep up your good work.
As you know everyone is behind you, wishing you well.
Lots of love from Caroline x x
Hi Kay & Devin,
Just a small note to let you know that you both remain in our prayers. Keep up the good work.
Have a nice weekend.
Love,
Aunt Alice & Uncle Gary
Hey Kay,
Hope this month is great for you! It was fantastic to see your message on the blog. My love and prayers are with you guys.
Jessica Cipolla-Tario
Kay,
You have been in my thoughts and prayers every day but I haven't been able to check the site in quite a while. Boy, talk about progress!! It is good to know that you are making such strides and remaining so positive. I hope to be able to see you and your amazing sister, Cindy, soon. I miss you both.
Know that you are all being thought of and prayed for all over the world and that it is WORKING!!!
Love you and miss seeing your smiling face-
Bethany (& Lauren from EuroLux)
Hi Kay,
Aunt Nuala here. So happy your home and doing so well. You are a remarkable girl, SO STRONG!
You have come such a long way and always a smile on your face. 'Remember OUR ANGELS!!!! I know they were with you all the way. Devon You are the greatest!!! Now you both have many many happy years ahead.
All our love Aunt Nuala and THE BOYS!!!!
Hi Kay and Devin,
Just thinking about you guys. We think of you all the time you are in our prayers. Hope to hear an update soon.
Love
John and Joann A
Hi Kathleen -
I hope you are feeling the love from all of your Nursing School colleagues - everyone asks about you. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Tell us what you are up-to with your rehab and life. Have you done your taxes? How's the house? Who do you like on American Idol?
Best, love, Jeff
Kay,
I'm glad to hear of the amazing progress you keep making. You truely are such an inspiration to us all. I continue to think of you and pray that you can go home and start your life with Devin. God bless you & your family.
Azemina Hot
Dear Kay and Devin,
I hope everything is going well I haven't seen a blog in a while! But no news is good news! I hope you are feeling well and ready for the beautiful weather ahead! I saw the sun shining brightly today bringing over 70 degrees! I thought of you right away! I hope you are enjoying it! We love you bunches! You are always in our thoughts and prayers all day every day! We hope to see you soon!
Love Always,
Ellen, Michael and Tayah
Wishing you a beautiful weekend!!!
Our love and prayers are with you.
Love,
Aunt Alice & Uncle Gary
Hi Kay,
It was so great to see you and your mom today getting your nails done at Cocos. I have been thinking about you and wondering how you are doing. You look so beautiful!! Your smile and your laughter reminded me of how you were in high school. I hope you have a relaxing time in NC and enjoy picking out your furniture.
Lisa Kluz (Pozzi)
Dear Kay and Devin,
I hope all is well and recovery is going great! Thank goodness you are out of the hospital and able to enjoy these beautiful sunny days we have been having! I just wanted to send you our love and let you know we love you bunches!
You are always in our thoughts and prayers all day every day!
Love Always,
Ellen, Michael and Tayah
Kay-
How are you doing? I was hoping that this blog would have been updated.
You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Linda Tritto
Come-on Kathleen! Answer our prayers, type in the 6 letters below and let us know what you are up to. Signed, Mystery Guest.
Wishing you and Devin a blessed weekend!!!!
Our prayers are with you!!!!
Love,
Uncle Gary & Aunt Alice
hey kay, just thiught i would say hi to you and devin. did you go get your nails done this weekend? maybe you are going to see the family and if you do please tell them we said hello. you look good and keep up the great progress. so many people from carmel ask me about you. they all send there love. see you soon. love doreen and harold
Kay & Devin,
Sorry it has been awhile. I just wanted to let you know that we are thinking about you and sending our love and prayers to you.
Hope to see you soon.
Lots of love, hugs and kisses coming your way.
Brooke & Eben
OK-I'm speaking for everyone-we need an update-PLeeeeeeeeeeease!!!!!!
Kay-tell us everything you've been doing-we miss hearing all of the great progress!!!!
Thanks
Tracey from NCC
Hey Kay,
We haven't gotten any updates for a while and we just wanted to check in and let you know we are always thinking of you. Keep fighting we can't wait to hear about the progress you have been making since you left the hospital.
xoxox
Dena & Brian
Dear Kay & Devin,
Just writing to say hello and send you our love!
I hope all is well and we love you bunches!
you are always in our thoughts and prayers all
day every day !
Love Always,
Ellen, Michael & Tayah
Hey Kay,
Just checking in and letting you know I'm still thinking of you and praying for your daily recovery.
Love always,
Jessica Cipolla-Tario
I'm so pleased to hear of your continued recovery! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Maura Keating
Hell Kay and Devin,
How are you guys? I am sure things are going good. I just wanted you to know we think of you very often. We still pray for you to stay on your good path of recovery. Hope to see an up date soon.
Love
John and Joann A
Wishing you a HAPPY WEEKEND!!!!
Love and blessings,
Uncle Gary & Aunt Alice
Kay-
How are you doing? I hope that you are doing well. I was hoping that this blog would be updated. Please say hi!
I think about you often. You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Much love,
Linda Tritto
Dear Devin & Kay,
Wishing you a happy Memorial Day Weekend!!!! You remain in our heart and prayers each and ever day.
Love,
Aunt Alice & Uncle Gary
Happy Pants!
Hey Kay! Just checking in on your progress. We are all anxiously awaiting an update. Hope all is well. Take care and keep the chin up sunshine.
Bubba Joe Mason
Dear Kay annd Devin,
I hope all is well and you are recovering quickly! Sorry it has been so long since I have written! We had a new arrival to our family!I miss the updates and hearing how you are doing! I spoke to your mother and she said that you need to start updating us and I agree! We would like to hear from you most of all! I still pray for you every day and you are in our thoughts constantly! You are still the strongest person I know and I hope you are still staying strong! We love you bunches and hope to hear from you soon! We love you bunches! You are in our thoughts all day every day!
Love Always,
Ellen, Michael, Tayah and Brendon (our new baby boy!)
Kay, thinking about you and hoping all is going well.
Our love and prayers remain with you and Devin always.
Love,
Uncle Gary & Aunt Alice
Hey there Kay, glad to hear you're doing well! Have a great 4th of July! My best to you and yours. Many prayers from Myrtle Beach.
Marie Lagan & my boys
Hi Kathleen -
As I'm sure you can feel, your fellow nursing students think and ask of you constantly - hey, its a caring profession - and we all pray for you and your family. We just finished summer session and now, 2 months off - yahoo! No homework, no clinical, no nothin'.
Please - for heavens sake - type in th 6 letters below and let us now how you are. Any BBQ for July 4th even if its tofu-links and veggie shakes?
Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and especially thankful to Monica for this amazing blog.
Love, Jeff
Hi Kay and Devin,
"Happy Fourth" We hope all is well with you and all your family. I check for an update often, but no news is good news. We think of you, with prays and happiness.
Love
John and Joann A
Hi Kay & Devin,
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!
What a joy it is to congratulate you on your first wedding anniversary.
You are an amazing couple and you have certainly proven the strength of your love over the past year.
We are so proud of you both and wish you every joy and happiness in the years ahead.
Fondest love always,
Chris, Pat and family. xxxxx
hi Kay it's cousin Ellen! Just wanted to say hello and make sure you are doing well! I hope you are! We love you bunches and hope to see you soon! You are still in our thoughts and prayers all day every day!
Love always,
Ellen, Michael, Tayah & Brendon
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