I am incredibly tired so this is short. Colten’s surgery went very well. He’s doing great, back in the regular room. The probe part of the shunt, the piece that goes into the ventricles and starts the drainage process, was not functioning properly. It was early in the malfunction so they were surprised we caught it already and of course glad that we did! The neurosurgery team replaced that piece, verified that everything else was working and closed him back up. We will be here overnight for observation and recovery.
Not sure why he didn’t have this type of bandage the first time but here is Colten paying tribute to his Arabic heritage!
The Adventures of Colten Robert 
Kate – good for you for listening to your Mama instincts. Hope you can get home soon and get some rest. Thinking of you.
Good catch Kate! I’m glad he is doing well!
So happy to read this note. I just read your 3am post to my sister Jean who has been asking about Colten each time we talk. She doesn’t use email so I printed many of your posts (with pictures) and sent them to her. Love Colten’s new hat. Will be anxious to hear comments from his brothers once they see it. Hugs, Katie, to you, Richard, and all three boys! I so admire your spunk!!!!!!!!!!!
What a little trooper!! And……..yes, good eye and persistence, Katie!! Hope you are all back to your “new norm” soon!! Hugs………………..
Kate I don’t know how you maintain your balance and sense of humor! Can’t begin to imagine the toll this is taking on you remember to breathe, sleep when you can. Sending lots of hugs and love, Maureen