Surgery Success

Benjamin's surgery is complete and the doctor was very pleased with how it went. he told us that he was able to remove all of the cyst without having to do anything to the ear bones. Time will still tell whether there is any resulting hearing loss, but things look good for now. Benjamin did fantastic...all the nurses were so impressed. he loved driving the Hummer to the OR...I don't think the walls or the cart enjoyed the bashing they got, but he had fun.

Playing video games while waiting...


More fun while waiting...he did great despite being hungry!


The Hummer...


Post Op Recovery...


A Wheelchair ride to the front door...he was a little woozy!


The big white ear protector is on until tomorrow and then only for night. He has to otherwise have a cottonball in his ear all the time, and we can't get it wet for 4 weeks (have not quite figured out yet how to wash his hair...any tips? We'll have a follow up with the surgeon in 4 weeks, likely some hearing tests and possibly another CT scan in 4-6 months.

The other kids were very kind to Benjamin this evening, hopefully that will last. He's also supposed to do "quiet activities" for 2 weeks...hmmm we'll see how that goes. Owen was VERY concerned and has been keeping us updated on his status while they are going to bed.

Thank you for all your thoughts and prayers...it is much appreciated. And, a special thanks to Brad who showed up with some needed Cokes for us as we waited during the surgery. Thanks for helping us pass the time...you are a good friend!

Thanks again for all the prayers, thoughts and phone calls.