Tuesday, August 31st, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Kelly At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Kelly this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. She is such a great instructor. It was a great class. She was feeling a little sore from Diane's class, especially her calves. Marcus Comes To Do Tracy's Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy this evening with Tracy. He massaged Tracy's major muscle groups on the therapy mat. Then he and Tania positioned Tracy in sidelying and passively worked with rolling. Then it was time to straddle Tracy on the peanut therapy ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises. He used ice packs to encourage Tracy to use her neck muscles to lift her head up. She is doing a great job and working really hard. Tania Puts On Tracy's Yogi Toes This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's Yogi Toes on her feet this evening for twenty minutes. Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Avoiding Your True Power: Afraid To Meditate ~

Monday, August 30th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga Fusion With Diane This Morning ~ Mom had a really good Hot Yoga session with Diane this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was so hot and humid; the brutal summer heat is here! She is one of the most challenging and motivating instructors. It is going to take some time to get back in Diane-shape! Whew! Mom Goes To Publix This Afternoon ~ Mom went to the dreaded Publix this afternoon for food shopping. She hit the Daily Grind first for some scones and a hot tea before hitting Publix. She sure does love their English scones! They have a raisin scone and an apricot scone! Both her favorites! Aunt Diane Comes Over To Share Her Vacation Pictures With Tracy This Afternoon ~ Aunt Diane came by to share her pictures from her trip (to Alpharetta with cousin Guy and the girl) with Tracy and the girls. Wilmene Feeds Tracy One & A Half Ounces Of Activia Yogurt Today ~ Wilmene fed Tracy about an ounce and a half of Activia yogurt this afternoon. She is working so hard! Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Evening ~ Dad went to Bikram Yoga this evening in Boca Raton. He sure does love his Bikram Yoga! Tania Massages & Ranges Tracy's Feet & Legs This Afternoon ~ Tania massaged and ranged Tracy's feet and hands this afternoon. Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Woman : Embracing Womanhood ~

Sunday, August 29th, 2010 ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy, & LuLu Head Out To Hippotherapy At Noon This Afternoon In Parkland, But It Is Cancelled Due To Thunderstorms ~ Tracy was all psyched for her Hippotherapy session this afternoon at noon with Susan and Breezy at Wattland II in Parkland. However, it started to rain on our way to the stables! So, after Starbucks, Mom, Dad, Tracy, & LuLu took a ride to the Yogurt Emporium in Boca. They have Mom's favorite frozen yogurt: PLAIN! Yummy! It was really good. Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Healing With Hands: Reiki Energy ~

Saturday, August 28th, 2010 ~ Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy her Saturday morning Spa Day facial this morning. She loves to be pampered. Her complexion is sure looking good, thanks to the Clarisonic Pro and Glytone products! Bellisima! Mom Goes To 10:00 AM Hot Yoga This Morning With Jessica ~ Mom had a killer class with Jessica this morning at Hot Yoga. She is by far one of the most challenging instructors at Awaken Hot Yoga! Amazing! Wilmene Puts On Tracy's Yogi Toes This Afternoon ~ Wilmene put Tracy's Yogi Toes on her toes for twenty minutes this afternoon. They really helps to stretch her toes out. Wilmene Feeds Tracy 4 Ounces Of Activia Yogurt This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 4 ounces of Activia yogurt this afternoon. She is doing such a good job swallowing and moving her tongue. Great job Tracy! Mom, Wilmene & Tracy Watch Lifetime Movies This Afternoon ~ Mom, Wilmene & Tracy watched several cute Lifetime movies this afternoon while Mom updated Tracy's website. Wilmene Stays Until 8 PM This Evening With Mom & Tracy ~ Wilmene stayed later until 8 PM with Tracy and Mom until Dad returned from his meeting in Chicago. Dad Returns From His AsMA Executive Council Meeting In Chicago This Evening ~ Dad made it back from his business trip around 9 PM this evening. We sure did miss him and it is great to have him back home! Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Pet Medicine : Animals As Healers ~

Friday, August 27th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Pilates This Morning With Christine At Wellness & Motion In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Pilates session on the Tower with Christine at Wellness & Motion in Lighthouse Point. Christine worked our group out pretty hard on the Tower. It really strengthens the core! Tania Stretches & Ranges Tracy's Wrists & Hands & Then Dons Tracy's Resting Hand Splints This Afternoon ~ Tania stretched and ranged Tracy's wrists and fingers and put on her Resting Hand Splints this afternoon. Tracy tolerated her Resting Hand Splints for one hour. Tracy Has 4 Ounces Of Activia Yogurt This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 4 ounces of Vanilla Activia Yogurt this afternoon. She is doing a good job moving her tongue and swallowing! She is working so hard and we are very proud of her! Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He stretched and ranged Tracy's major muscle groups on her massage table, and then he and Tania transferred Tracy to a straddle position on the peanut therapy ball on the mat. Marcus worked on Tracy's head and trunk strengthening exercises, using ice to stimulate her neck muscles. Tracy did a good job working on her head and trunk control. Kim Comes To Stay With Mom & Tracy This Evening ~ Kim came to stay with Mom and Tracy this evening, while Dad is away in Chicago. We sure do miss him. Tracy Is Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Simple Gestures Of Solace: Offering Comfort ~

Thursday, August 26th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Kate This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice with Kate this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga. She is such a good instructor! Mom loves her classes. The room has been so hot and humid lately! It is unbelievable how much hotter it is with the increase in humidity. Wilmene Feeds Tracy 3 Ounces Of Activia Yogurt This Afternoon ~ Wilmene gave Tracy 3 ounces of Activia Yogurt this afternoon. She is doing such a good job swallowing and moving her tongue! Dad Leaves For Chicago For The AsMA Executive Council Meeting This Afternoon ~ Dad left this afternoon to attend the AsMA Executive Council Meeting in Chicago. Aunt Diane Comes To Stay With Mom & Tracy This Evening ~ Aunt Diane came to stay with Mom and Tracy this evening since Dad is out of town in Chicago attending the AsMA Executive Council meeting. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Softening & Expanding : Being Receptive To What You Want ~

Wednesday, August 25th, 2010 ~ Mom Skips Hot Yoga This Morning To Take Betty To Palm Beach For Lunch & To Catch The Greyhound To Titusville ~ Mom hated to miss Keri's Hot Yoga class this morning. She had to take Betty to West Palm Beach to catch the Greyhound bus to Titusville to visit her sister. Before she left, Uncle Johnny and Nana invited Mom and Betty to lunch in Palm Beach. It was fun to see everyone. It had been two years since we saw Betty. Tania Shapes Tracy's Eyebrows This Afternoon ~ Tania did a good job shaping Tracy's eyebrows this afternoon. They are so beautiful! Tania Decides Against Puting Tracy's Hand Splints On This Afternoon Due To Much Tone ~. Tania decided not to put Tracy's Resting Hand Splints on her wrists this afternoon due to too much tone. Tania Stretches & Ranges Tracy's Arms, Wrists, Hands, & Fingers This Afternoon ~ Tania stretched and ranged Tracy's arms, wrists, hands, and fingers this afternoon. Mom, Tracy & Tania Watch A Documentary On The History Channel: Super City: New York ~ Mom, Tracy, & Tania watched a great documentary on the History Channel about the Super City: New York. It was really interesting! Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Evening ~ Dad goes to Bikram Yoga this evening in Boca Raton. He sure does love his Bikram Yoga! Tracy Is Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM:You Are The One You Are Waiting For: Turn To Yourself ~

Tuesday, August 24th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Kelly At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Kelly this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. She is such a great instructor. It was a great class. She was feeling a little sore. Wilmene Feeds Tracy 3 Ounces Of Activia Yogurt This Afternoon ~ Tracy did a good job moving her tongue and swallowing three ounces of yogurt this afternoon. She is doing such a good job! Betty Comes To Visit Us This Afternoon From Italy ~ Betty came to visit us this afternoon on her way to see her sister in Titusville. It is so good to see her; it had been two years since we had seen her. Dee Comes To Do Tracy's Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Dee came to do Physical Therapy this evening with Tracy. He massaged Tracy's major muscle groups on the therapy mat. When he was finished with his massage, it was time to position Tracy prone (on her tummy) for 22 minutes. She did a good job tolerating this position, and Dee was able to stretch Tracy's hips and quads. The dogs took advantage of snuggling with Tracy while she was prone on the mat. They are so funny! Mom, Dad, & Betty Enjoy Some Good Food From Bonefish Macs This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Betty enjoyed some ribs and salads from Bonefish Macs this evening. Tania Puts On Tracy's Resting Hand Splints This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's resting hand splints on her hands for 45 minutes this evening.. She needs to wear them every day and night, to help maintain her wrist, hand, and finger positioning. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Avoiding Your True Power: Afraid To Meditate ~

Monday, August 23rd, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga Fusion With Diane This Morning ~ Mom had a really good Hot Yoga session with Diane this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was so hot and humid; the brutal summer heat is here! She is one of the most challenging instructors. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Manicure This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a manicure this morning. She has such pretty nails. Tania Stretches & Ranges Tracy's Wrists, Hands, & Fingers This Afternoon ~ Tania stretched and ranged Tracy's wrists, hands, and fingers this afternoon. Tania Puts Tracy's Resting Hand Splints On This Afternoon ~ Tania put Tracy's Resting Hand Splints on her today. She tolerated one hour with them on. Tracy Did Not Want Any Activia Yogurt Today ~ Tracy did not want any Activia Yogurt today. Her tummy seemed a little upset. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Evening ~ Dad went to Bikram Yoga this evening in Boca Raton. He sure does love his Bikram Yoga! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: The Music Of Language : Words Are Energy ~

Sunday, August 22nd, 2010 ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy, & LuLu Go To Hippotherapy At Noon This Afternoon In Parkland ~ Tracy had a good Hippotherapy session this afternoon at noon with Susan and Breezy at Wattland II in Parkland. Tracy sat up tall and demonstrated good trunk and head control for twenty minutes and then wilted. It was really hot and humid at the horse ring in Parkland. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Uncle Johnny, Fr. Gonzalo, Nana, Nadesha, Vincente, and Silverio Go On The Boat This Evening For A Sunset & Moonlight Cruise ~ Everyone had a good evening on the boat this evening. The weather was beautiful, and the sunset and the moonrise was incredible. Uncle Johnny brought tuna and roast beef deli platters. They were really good. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Lightening The Soul: Soul Evolution ~

Saturday, August 21st, 2010 ~ Mom Leaves On A 6 AM Flight To Miami ~ Mom got on the 6 AM flight from Las Vegas to Miami this morning. She couldn't sleep on the flight, so she watched a good movie with Queen Latifah. She arrived in Miami at 11:43 PM and Dad was there to pick up her up. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy her Saturday morning Spa Day facial this morning. She loves to be pampered. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To 4:30 PM Mass At St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy enjoyed 4:30 PM Mass at St. Paul's in Lighthouse Point. Mom fell asleep about three times during the Mass. A shower and a three-hour nap made all the difference in the world. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Culling Out The Weeds : Mind Over Matter ~

Friday, August 20th, 2010 ~ Tiffany, Mom, Kathryn Jean, Michelle, & Ashley Go To The Pool At Caesar's Palace ~ Everyone enjoyed the pool at Caesar's Palace this morning, after bagels and lattes at Java Cafe. Then it was time for Spa Qua where they booked Swedish massages. It is the nicest spa Mom has been to, with Roman baths, hot and cold plunge pools, an artic room, a robe sauna, and steam and saunas. Everyone really relaxed in the tea room prior to their massages, and the heated lounge chairs were amazing. Wilmene Feeds Tracy 3 Ounces Of Activia This Afternoon ~ Tracy ate 3 ounces of Activia this afternoon. She is moving her tongue and swallowing a lot better. Tania Decides That Tracy Is Too Tight Today & Does Not Put On Her Resting Hand Splints ` Tracy was too tight to wear her Resting Hand Splints this afternoon. Tania ranged and stretched Tracy's hands, wrists, and fingers to help relax her tone. Mom, Tiffany, Kathryn Jean, Michelle, & Ashley Go To The Bellagio To Watch The Light & Water Show ~ The girls got a table out on the patio at the Bellagio to watch the beautiful light and water show. It was a beautiful evening with a light breeze! The Girls Have Dinner At Lavo Italian Ristorante This Evening ~ The girls had a delicious dinner at Lavo this evening near the Venetian. They had a great table, and could see the volcano erupting at Treasure Island. It was a great evening. Mom headed back to the room after dinner, since she had to leave for the airport at 4:30 AM for an early flight back to Miami. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Without A Net : Living Life With Trust ~

Thursday, August 19th, 2010 ~ Happy Birthday Tiffany ~ Mom Flies To Las Vegas For Tiffany's Birthday Weekend ~ Mom decided to surprise Tiffany for her 30th birthday weekend in Las Vegas. She landed about an hour and a half after Tiffany landed in Vegas and they went to Caesar's Palace to drop off their bags. Kathryn Jean, Michelle, and Ashley arrive this evening, so Mom and Tiffany decided to go on a helocopter tour of the Grand Canyon. It was an incredible tour of the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, the Colorado River, the Las Vegas strip, and the Grand Canyon. The pilot landed on the floor of the Canyon for a picnic lunch. It was so beautiful down inside the Canyon. Kathryn Jean, Ashley & Michelle Arrive & The Girls Go To Dinner At N9ne Steakhouse ~ Everyone had a great time at Tiffany's birthday dinner at N9ne Steakhouse this evening in Vegas. They all sang Happy Birthday and the waiter brought Tiffany a creme brulee with a candle and five spoons. It was delicous! (Ashley brought Tiffany a 30 birthday tiara and she wore it out to dinner!) Wilmene Feeds Tracy 1 Ounce Of Activia This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy one ounce of Activia yogurt this afternoon. She moved her tongue and swallowed well. Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet For Twenty Minutes This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's yogi toes on her feet to give them a good stretch for twenty minutes this evening. She does such a good job stretching and ranging Tracy's hands and feet. Tania Massages & Ranges Tracy's Hands This Evening ~ Tania stretched and ranged Tracy's hands this evening. She does such a great job with Tracy's therapy. Tania Puts Tracy's Resting Hand Splints On Tracy For 50 Minutes This Evening ~ Tracy tolerated 50 minutes in her resting hand splints this evening. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Embracing Grief : Grief Is Important ~

Wednesday, August 18th, 2010 ~ Happy Birthday Tiffany (Tomorrow) ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Keri At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Keri this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. Keri takes her yoga seriously, and is one of the best instructors at Awaken! Her classes are so challenging and the temperature was really hot and humid today. Tania Puts All New Straps On Tracy's Hand Splints This Afternoon ~ Tania replaced all of Tracy's soft straps on her resting hand splints this afternoon. Tracy Wears Her Splints For An Hour & 15 Minutes This Afternoon ~ Tania put Tracy's resting hand splints on Tracy's wrists for an hour and 15 minutes. Tracy Is Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Letting Go Of Understanding: Deeper Meanings ~

Tuesday, August 17th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Kelly At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Kelly this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. She is such a great instructor. It was a great class. She was feeling a little sore, especially her calves, after Diane's class yesterday! Dad Makes It To His Bikram Yoga This Evening ~ Dad finally made it to his Bikram Yoga Class this evening in Boca Raton. He really enjoys his Bikram practice. Tracy Eats 4 Ounces Of Strawberry Activia Yogurt This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 4 ounces of strawberry Activia yogurt this afternoon. She is doing such a good job swallowing. Dee Cancels Tracy's Physical Therapy This Evening Due To Work Constraints ~ Dee had to cancel Physical Therapy this evening with Tracy, due to work constraints. Mom contacted Dr. Debra Stern at Nova Southeastern University Physical Therapy Program to ask for help from their PT students. Keep your fingers crossed that she gets some students soon. Tania Puts On Tracy's Resting Hand Splints This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's resting hand splints on her hands for an hour and 20 minutes this evening.. She needs to wear them every day and night, to help maintain her wrist, hand, and finger positioning. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Empowered Forgiveness: Apologies ~

Monday, August 16th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Diane This Morning ~ Diane is back at Awaken Hot Yoga after about eight months reprive. She really kicked it up several notches! It was so hard and so hot in the room, and it was pretty packed too. She did some bruttle moves: boxer shuffles with hand weights, and these difficult curtzies. Our calves hurt for days, and it was difficult to walk up and down stairs. Dr. Phillips Contacted Mom With Good News ~ Dr. Phillips contacted Mom with good news: Luca's biopsy results are benign. He has a button tumor which should turn brown and fall off in the near future. Tracy Eats 4 Ounces Of Peach Activia Yogurt Today ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 4 ounces of Peach Activia yogurt this afternoon. She is doing a good job swallowing and seems to be enjoying it too. Tracy Wears Her Splints For An Hour & Fifteen Minutes This Afternoon ~ Tracy wore her wrist splints for an hour and fifteen minutes this afternoon. Tania Shapes Tracy's Eyebrows This Afternoon ~ Tania did a good job shaping Tracy's eyebrows this afternoon. Tracy has the most perfectly shaped eyebrows anywhere! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: A New Approach : Taking A Break From What You Are Doing ~

Sunday, August 15th, 2010 ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy, & LuLu Go To 11 AM Mass At St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church ~ Everyone enjoyed Mass this morning at St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church this morning. It was the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary today. Mom, Dad, Tracy, & LuLu Go To The Movies To See Eat, Pray, Love This Afternoon ~ Everyone enjoyed seeing the movie:Eat, Pray, Love this afternoon. It was such a good movie, especially the part filmed in Italy! Tracy really seemed to be paying attention to the movie and was very alert. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: A Magical Potion: Morning Dew ~

Saturday, August 14th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To 8 AM Hot Yoga With Noah This Morning ~ Mom enjoyed a great Hot Yoga practice this morning with Noah at Lighthouse Point Awaken Hot Yoga. He is such a motivating instructor, and puts his all into his practice. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy her Saturday spa facial this morning. She sure does look forward to her spa days! Mom, Dad, Tracy, & Wilmene Join Dad's Coworkers (& Their Families) From American Airlines This Afternoon On The Boat ~ Everyone enjoyed the boat this afternoon! They traveled south via the Intracoastal to Port Everglades and then ventured out into the ocean and headed north to the Boca Inlet. It was a beautiful day, and the ocean was as smooth as glass. They were out for about five hours! It was a lot of fun! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Love Shows The Way : We Are Here To Serve ~

Friday, August 13th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To 8:30 AM Tower Class With Christine This Morning ~ Mom had a great Tower Class wTith Christine this morning. There were three other participants and Christine worked our little (and big) butts off. Mom Goes To Janet's 10:45 AM Yogalates This Morning ~ Mom had a great Yogalates session with Janet this morning. She really does work the core until it is quivering. Tracy Is Sleepy Today ~ Tracy is sleepy today, until approximately 1:30 PM, and then was in and out for the remainder of the afternoon until Hippotherapy. Tania Puts On Tracy's Hand Splints This Afternoon ~ Tania spent some time stretching and ranging Tracy's wrists and hands, and then donned her splints to help position her wrists and hands. Tracy tolerated 30 minutes on each wrist. Tracy Has Hippotherapy This Afternoon With Breezy In Parkland ~ Tracy had her best Hippotherapy session to date. She held up her head for most of her thirty minute session. Great job Tracy Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Beyond Counting Blessings: Being Truly Thankful ~

Thursday, August 12th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Kate This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice with Kate this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga. She is such a good instructor! Mom loves her classes. The room has been so hot and humid lately! It is unbelievable how much hotter it is with the increase in humidity. Tracy Is Sleepy Today ~ Tracy seemed sleepy today, and slept in her wheel chair until 2:30 PM. We are unsure if her sleepiness can be attributed to her new medication: Sinomet. Tania Gives Tracy A Foot Massage Paying Attention To Reflex Points ~ Tania gave Tracy a foot massage this afternoon, paying attention to the reflex mapping of the foot. Tracy gave a very strong reaction to various reflex points. Mom Brings Luca To Dr. Phillips This Afternoon ~ Mom took Luca to Acacia Animal Hospital for a second opinion this afternoon. Dr. Phillips obtained a biopsy from Luca's cyst under his chin this afternoon. She sent the specimen to the cytology lab for analysis. We should hear the results tomorrow afternoon. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Strong Woman : Empowering Feminine Energy ~

Wednesday, August 11th, 2010 ~ Happy Birthday Cousin Caroline ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Keri At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Keri this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. Keri takes her yoga seriously, and is one of the best instructors at Awaken! Her classes are so challenging and the temperature was really hot and humid today. Greg Is Moving To Lakeland, Florida & Is No Longer Able To Work With Tracy On Her Physical Therapy ~ We are so sorry to see Greg move away and are sure going to miss him, however, we are very happy for him and Jenn! They seem over the moon in love! We are looking forward to their visit in the Fall. Mom Takes Luca To Dr. Stephens This Afternoon To Get His Cyst Under His Chin Checked ~ Mom brought Luca to see Dr. Stephens this afternoon, so that he could reevaluate Luca's cyst under her chin. It has gotten bigger over the past month. Dr. Stephens gave Mom some options, obtain a biopsy or surgically remove the cyst. Tania Puts Tracy's Hand Splints On This Afternoon ~ Tracy wore her hand splints for 45 minutes today. We are trying to improve and maintain her wrist, hand, and finger flexibility, especially after her Botox. Tania Stretches & Ranges Tracy's Legs While In Her Chair ~ Tania stretched and ranged Tracy's legs while she was resting in her wheel chair this afternoon. Tracy Is Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM:A Matter Of Priorities: Letting Go Of Tbe Little Stuff ~

Tuesday, August 10th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Kelly At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Kelly this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. She is such a great instructor. It was a great class. She was feeling a little sore. Mom Takes All Three Dogs To The Groomer This Morning ~ Mom took all three dogs to the groomer this morning. They were well behaved, and look so pretty. It was Lola's first time at the groomer! She was really good and they all look great! Tracy Is Sleepy Today ~ Tracy is sleepy today. We are unsure if this sleepiness can be attributed to Sinomet. Wilmene Paints Tracy's Toe Nails Hot Pink To Match Her Manicure ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a pedicure this morning. She painted them hot pink to match her fingernails. Very pretty. Dad Misses His Bikram Yoga This Evening ~ Dad missed the train and was not able to go to his Bikram Yoga practice this evening in Boca Raton. He sure does love his Bikram Practice. Dee Comes To Do Tracy's Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Dee came to do Physical Therapy this evening with Tracy. He massaged Tracy's major muscle groups on the therapy mat. When he was finished with his massage, it was time to sit Tracy straddled on the peanut therapy ball to work on trunk and head control. Tracy did a good job holding up her head, and tolerated over thirty minutes in this position. Tania Puts On Tracy's Resting Hand Splints This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's resting hand splints on her hands for 45 minutes this evening.. She needs to wear them every day and night, to help maintain her wrist, hand, and finger positioning. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Acknowledging Our Pain: Rescuing The Rescuer ~

Monday, August 9th, 2010 ~ Happy Birthday Mom ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Jessica This Morning ~ Mom had a really good Hot Yoga session with Jessica this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was so hot and humid; the brutal summer heat is here! She is one of the most challenging instructors. Today was her last morning class, since she is going back to school next week. We sure will miss her! Mom, Dad, Tania, Wilmene, Caroline, Lucas, & Tracy Go On The Boat For A Ride This Afternoon ~ Dad took the day off for Mom's birthday and they all went out on the boat for a ride. They headed north on the Intracoastal towards Lake Boca. There were storms in the distance, and of course it rained when we were disembarking. It stopped about fifteen minutes later. We are all getting good at getting Tracy off the boat in the rain. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Pedicure This Afternoon ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a pedicure this morning. She plans to polish them tomorrow. Mom, Dad, Caroline, Lucas, Tracy, Nana, Uncle Johnny, Nadesha, Aunt Diane, Jeff, Chip, Eileen, Rose Marie, & Claire Enjoy Mom's Birthday Dinner At Seasons 52 This Evening ~ Everyone had a nice dinner at Seasons 52 this evening in Boca. They have the freshest, healthiest menu and the food is really good. Everyone had a good time, but they really missed Anita who was out with a stomach virus. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Back In The Driver's Seat : The Passenger ~

Sunday, August 8th, 2010 ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy, & LuLu Go To 11 AM Mass At St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church ~ Everyone enjoyed Mass this morning at St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church this morning. It was the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary today. Mom, Dad, Tracy, & LuLu Go To The Movies To See Eat, Pray, Love This Afternoon ~ Everyone enjoyed seeing the movie:Eat, Pray, Love this afternoon. It was such a good movie, especially the part filmed in Italy! Tracy really seemed to be paying attention to the movie and was very alert. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: A Magical Potion: Morning Dew ~

Saturday, August 7th, 2010 ~ Mom Misses Her 8 AM Hot Yoga With Noah This Morning ~ Mom missed her Hot Yoga practice this morning with Noah at Lighthouse Point Awaken Hot Yoga. She and Dad were in charge of Tracy's morning routine while Wilmene is on vacation. Mom Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Mom gave Tracy her Saturday morning Spa Day facial this morning. She loves to be pampered. Mom & Dad Change Tracy's G-Tube This Morning ~ Mom and Dad changed Tracy's G-tube this morning. It was last changed in early May, so it was time. Aunt Diane, Nana, Uncle Johnny, Anita, Rose Marie, & Claire Join Mom, Dad, Tracy, Caroline, & Lucas This Afternoon ~ Aunt Diane brought delicious turkey and roastbeef deli rounds from Publix for lunch today. Everyone enjoyed cruising on the intracoastal to Port Everglades and back today. Dad decided not to go out in the ocean, since it was a little rough. When they returned to the dock, it was pouring cats and dogs and Dad and Lucas had to get everyone off the boat in the rain. The Splash lift worked well, even in the rain. It was a great day even with the rain showers. Uncle Johnny Says Mass For The Family This Evening ~ Uncle Johnny said Mass for the family this afternoon. It was really nice to have everyone altogether for Mass. Everyone Enjoys Leftovers From Bonefish Mac's This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed leftovers from Bonefish Mac's this evening as well as the remaining deli rounds. It was all good! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Brand New Day : Inner Sunrise ~

Friday, August 6th, 2010 ~ Mom Takes Wilmene's Place This Morning During Tracy's Morning Routine ~ Wilmene took her family to Orlando for a mini vacation before school resumes next week. In her absence, Mom helped Marie with Tracy's morning routine. Tania Puts On Tracy's Hand Splints This Afternoon ~ Tania spent some time stretching and ranging Tracy's wrists and hands, and then donned her resting hand splints to help position her wrists and hands. She tolerated 45 minutes in her left splint and and hour and a half in her right splint. Tracy Sits Outside On The Patio With Mom, Cousin Caroline, Lucas, Wilmene, & Tania This Afternoon ~ Tracy enjoyed the sunshine and visited with her cousins this afternoon while everyone enjoyed the pool. Lola even swam in the pool, swimming after a tennis ball. She really loves the pool and is a really good swimmer. Luna runs the other way, distancing herself from the water and the pool. Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet For 25 Minutes This Afternoon ~ Tracy tolerated her Yogi Toes for 25 minutes this afternoon. Dad Misses The Train & Is Too Late For Tracy's Hippotherapy This Evening ~ Dad missed the train and gets home too late for Tracy's Hippotherapy session this evening. We'll try again on Sunday morning. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: A Good Turn Daily: Helping The World Every Day ~

Thursday, August 5th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Kate This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom was so happy to be back at Hot Yoga with Kate this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga. She had not been to Hot Yoga since last Saturday, and it felt so good to be back. It's amazing how tight the muscles get when one travels and is under some stress. Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet For Twenty-Five Minutes This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's yogi toes on her feet to give them a good stretch for twenty-five minutes this evening. She does such a good job stretching and ranging Tracy's hands and feet. Tania Massages & Ranges Tracy's Hands This Evening ~ Tania stretched and ranged Tracy's hands this evening. She does such a great job with Tracy's therapy. Mom Gets A Facial, Pedicure & Manicure This Afternoon At Boca Nails ~ Mom got a facial, pedicure, and manicure this afternoon at Boca Nails. She was well overdue, and it felt great to be pampered. Tania Puts Tracy's Resting Hand Splints On Tracy For 45 Minutes This Evening ~ Tracy tolerated 45 minutes in her resting hand splints this evening. Caroline & Lucas Arrive This Evening From New Orleans ~ Caroline and Lucas arrived this evening from New Orleans. It is so nice to have them visiting us for a few days. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: The Power Of Disengagement : Playing Minds Games ~

Wednesday, August 4th, 2010 ~ Mom & Uncle Johnny Return To Miami On The Early Flight Out Of Boston ~ Mom and Uncle Johnny were really lucky to get first class on the American Airlines Boeing 757 this morning. They were able to stretch out and sleep some on the way home. The seats completely reclined and had foot and leg rests. It was the first time that Mom and Uncle Johnny had flown on a 757! What a comfortable seat! Tania Massages Tracy's Shoulder With Biofreeze This Afternoon ~ Tania massaged Tracy's shoulder, scapular, and pectoral muscle with Biofreeze before positioning her in sidelying this afternoon. Tracy appeared to be experiencing some abdominal discomfort so Tania felt it was best to position her on her side. It seemed to help, and she appeared to be a lot more comfortable. Greg Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Greg came to do Physical Therapy this evening. He brought, Mike, an Occupational Therapist, with him to meet Tracy. Mike is thinking about working with Tracy when Greg moves away. Greg ranged and stretched Tracy's major muscle groups. Tracy Is Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Compassionate Intensity: Balancing Your Warrior Spirit ~

Tuesday, August 3rd, 2010 ~ Remembering Jon... Donate Life Benefit: 6 PM - 10 PM ~ Mom & Uncle Johnny Go For Another Long Walk Around The Neighborhood At Aunt Candy's This Morning ~ Mom and Uncle Johnny had a nice walk around Aunt Candy's neighborhood this morning. It was another beautiful day with low humidity and lots of sunshine. Uncle Johnny Says Mass On The Deck For Mom ~ Uncle Johnny said Mass for Mom out on the deck in the backyard. It was a beautiful day and so pretty to have Mass outside! Tania Stretches & Ranges Tracy's Legs & Feet This Evening ~ Tania stretched and ranged Tracy's legs and feet this evening. She really loves getting her feet rubbed. When she was done, Tania put Tracy's Yogi Toes on her feet for about 25 minutes to give her toes a good stretch. Tracy Tolerates Her Resting Hand Splints For 45 Minutes This Evening ~ Tracy did a good job tolerating her resting hand splints for forty-five minutes this evening. Dee Cancels Tracy's Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Dee could not make it to do Physical Therapy this evening with Tracy. He had a slammed schedule at work and could not leave this evening. Mom & Uncle Johnny Join Aunt Candy, Mike, Olivia, Tanya, & Megan At Remembering Jon: A Benefit To Promote Organ Donation ~ Over 560 attended the benefit to promote the New England Organ Bank this evening at Boston Billiards in Nashua. There were two amazing bands, lots of donated Silent Auction items, many raffle items, and Lucy the Lottery Girl. Uncle Johnny won the beautiful lamp and custom designed shade by M Gabaree Lampshades, Mom won the small refrigerator and gave it to Cousin Mike for his college dorm. The benefit was so successful! They managed to raise thousands of dollars for the New England Organ Bank and signed up 50 new organ donors. It was a bittersweet evening, which Jon would have been proud of! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Home Flow: How Energy Moves At Home ~

Monday, August 2nd, 2010 ~ Dad Takes Mom, Uncle Johnny & Cousin Michelle To Miami For Their Early Morning Flight To Boston ~ Wilmene arrived at 5 AM to stay with Tracy so that Dad could take Mom., Uncle Johnny and Cousin Michelle to Miami for their early morning flight. They were so lucky to get on the first flight. Mom gave Uncle Johnny her first class seat, and she sat with Cousin Michelle in the back. It was a nice flight, and Rich picked them up at the airport. He took the long way home, and passed by where the Highway Patrol has placed a white cross where Jon was hit by the deer. Tania Puts Tracy's Wrist Splints On Her Wrists This Afternoon ~ Tania put Tracy's wrist splints on her wrists this afternoon for 45 minutes. The Botox seems to be taking effect. Tania Ranges & Stretches Tracy's Legs & Hips This Evening ~ Tracy seemd to tolerate Tania's stretching and ranging her hips, legs, and feet this evening. Mom, Rich, & Uncle Johnny Meet Aunt Candy For Lunch By Her Work ~ Everyone enjoyed sandwiches at the deli by Aunt Candy's job this afternoon. The details for Remembering Jon... is really shaping up. The team has done a lot of work and it really has paid off. Mom & Uncle Johnny Take Buddy For A Walk This Afternoon ~ Mom and Uncle Johnny took Buddy, Candy's chocolate labrador for a walk around the neighborhood. It was so nice to walk around without so much humidity. The weather was so beautiful! After their walk, Mom and Uncle Johnny went in the hot tub. It wasn't as hot as they were used to, but it was nice. Mom, Aunt Candy, Tanya, Uncle Johnny, Mike, & Olivia Go To The Cemetery This Afternoon ~ Mom, Aunt Candy, Tanya, Uncle Johnny, Mike, and Olivia went to the cemetery to see Jon's gravesite this afternoon. His friends left so many momentos in honor of Jon's 21st birthday! Mom, Aunt Candy, Tanya, Uncle Johnny, Mike & Olivia Go To Bertuccis For Dinner This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed dinner at Bertuccis this evening. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Inner Spring Cleaning : Detoxing Your Body ~

Sunday, August 1st, 2010 ~ Happy Birthday Jonathon & Jeff ~ Hippotherapy Is Cancelled This Morning ~ Dad decided to cancel Tracy's Hippotherapy this morning so that they could go out on the boat. Uncle Johnny said Mass and Cousin Michelle accompanied Mom, Dad, Tracy, and LuLu. It was a beautiful day, and they went out in the ocean to run the engines. The ocean was really smooth. Everyone Goes Out To Dinner To Matteo's To Celebrate Jeff's Birthday ~ Everyone had a great time at Jeff's birthday dinner this evening at Matteo's. It was a lot of fun to catch up with everyone. Mom & Uncle Johnny Pack Their Bags For Their Trip To New Hampshire For Jon's Benefit ~ Uncle Johnny spent the night with us so that they could leave at 5 AM Monday morning for the first flight out of Miami to Boston. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Releasing The Reigns: Changing Others ~