Saturday, July 31st, 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. Mom Has A Scholarship Committee Meeting At Sand & Spurs In Pompano Beach ~ Mom met the other committee members at Sand & Spurs this morning to discuss the Scholarship Committee applications, policies, and procedures. These items will be presented to the Board of Directors at their fall quarterly meetng. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Tracy enjoyed her Saturday morning facial this morning. She really loves her Spa Saturdays! Mom, Dad, Tracy & Cousin Michelle Go To The Dave Matthews Band Concert This Evening At The Cruzan Amphitheater in West Palm Beach This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy and Cousin Michelle went to the Dave Matthews Band Concert this evening at the Cruzan Amphitheater in West Palm Beach. It was his last tour in West Palm Beach, since they are not touring in 2011. It was a great concert, with guest performers, Tim Reynolds, Rashawn, and Warren. 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, July 30th, 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, Nana, & Nadesha Go To Lake Worth For Hair Appointments This Morning ~ Mom, Nana and Nadesha rode to @ The Hairnet in Lake Worth for their monthly hair appointments this morning. Kerri does such a good job keeping Mom and Nana beautiful! She's such an artist! 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. Cousin Michelle Arrives For The Weekend ~ Cousin Michelle arrived this afternoon from Boston. She is going to be spending the weekend with us. We are so excited to see her! It's been since January since she has been here in South Florida. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Nana, Uncle Johnny, Cousin Michelle, Vincente, & Silvario Go On The Boat For A Sunset Cruise This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed going on the boat for a sunset cruise this evening. The weather held out most of the evening with lots of thunder and lightning in the distance. We were really lucky that the thunder and lightning kept its distance, but the rain hit just as everyone was disembarking. Thank goodness for extra large umbrellas. 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: Return And Reclaim: Returning To Creative Dreams ~

Thursday, July 29th, 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. Greg Cancels Tracy's Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Greg was too busy at work and had to cancel Tracy's Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. 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 Massaged & Ranged Tracy's Hands his Evening ~ Tania stretched and ranged Tracy's hands this evening. She does such a great job with Tracy's therapy. 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: To Rise Above : Achieving A High Vibration ~

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010 ~ 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 Cancels Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Greg had to cancel Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. Tania Puts Tracy's Hand Splints On This Afternoon ~ Tracy wore her hand splints several times today for a minimum of an hour. We are trying to improve and maintain her wrist, hand, and finger flexibility, especially after her Botox. 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: Releasing The Reins: Changing Others ~

Tuesday, July 27th, 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. Tracy Has An Appointment With Dr. Rubin For Botox Injections This Afternoon ~ Tracy got as many as 42 Botox injections this afternoon during her appointment with Dr. Rubin. He injected her wrists, fingers, forearms, and left shoulder to help minimize her spasticity. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Evening ~ Dad went to Bikram Yoga 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 while she rested in her bed. Tania Puts On Tracy's Resting Hand Splints This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's resting hand splints on her hands for several hours this evening, pre and post massage. 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: Consciously Reconnecting: Opening A Closed Connection ~

Monday, July 26th, 2010 ~ Mom Finishes The 26th Day Challenge In 26 Days! ~ 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. Mom Does Her 26th Hot Yoga Class With Candace This Morning ~ Mom completed her 26 Hot Yoga class in 21 days this morning and won the Yogi Toe! She was really wiped out after class. Mom & Aunt Diane Take The Dogs For A Long Walk This Afternoon ~ Mom and Aunt Diane took the dogs for a long walk this afternoon. It was so hot, the dogs were pooped out when they returned. 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: Maintaining The Flow : A Clear Current ~

Sunday, July 25th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To 8:30 AM Hot Yoga With Veronica This Morning ~ Dad helped LuLu with Tracy while Mom went to Hot Yoga. It is Day 7 of the 30 day challenge and Mom needs to rack up all the classes she can now. Mom, Dad, LuLu & Tracy Go To Hippotherapy This Morning With Susan & Breezy In Parkland ~ Tracy had a pretty good Hippotherapy session this morning on Breezy. She sat up taller, demonstrating good trunk and head control. She pulled forward much less this time, approximately 10 percent of her thirty minute session. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Nana, Nadesha, & Aunt Diane Go Out On The Boat This Afternoon ~ It was a beautiful day and everyone enjoyed being on the boat on the intracoastal. Dad Grills Steaks For Dinner ~ Uncle Johnny joined us for steaks on the barbie this evening. They were delicious! Nadesha stir fried some fresh yellow squash and zucchini, and Mom made some wild rice. Fred Comes To Give Massages This Evening ~ Fred came and massaged Uncle Johnny, Dad, and Mom this evening. He gives the best Swedish massages! It was just what the doctor ordered. 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: Kindness: Living The Ideal ~

Saturday, July 24th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To 8 AM Hot Yoga With Noah This Morning ~ Mom enjoyed her 8 AM Hot Yoga class with Noah this morning. What a great way to start the weekend. It was a great class, very hot and humid! It is Day 20 of the 30 day challenge. Mom decided to do Jessica's class after Noah's. It was really hard! She only has a few classes left and will be finished the Challenge. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning. She sure does love her Spa Saturdays. Mom & Tracy Watch Locks Of Love This Afternoon ~ Mom and Tracy watched Locks of Love this afternoon. Mom asked Tracy if she would like to let her hair grow so that she could donate her hair to Locks of Love. Tracy got so excited, blinking yes, laughing, and vocalizing. So, it looks like she wants to let her hair grow long so that she can donate it to kids through Locks of Love. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go For A Walk With Luca, Lola, & Luna This Evening ~ It was a beautiful evening, with a full moon, and Mom, Dad, and Tracy took the dogs for a long walk around the neighborhood. The dogs sure did enjoy their walk! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch le Tour de France This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed le Tour de France this evening. Mom loves watching the evening recap. Lance is definitely out of the race this year. Guess he should have quit while he was on top! 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, July 23rd, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To 8:30 AM Tower Class With Christine This Morning ~ Mom had a great Tower Class with Christine this morning. There were three other participants and Christine worked our little (and big) butts off. Tania Shapes Tracy's Eyebrows This Afternoon ~ Tania shaped up Tracy's eyebrows this afternoon. She looks so beautiful! Tracy's Hippotherapy Is Cancelled This Afternoon At Parkland ~ Susan cancelled Tracy's Hippotherapy this evening because it was too muddy and the wheel chair would not make it through the mud. We will try again on Sunday! Tania Massages & Ranges Tracy's Feet This Afternoon ~ Tania stretched, massaged and ranged Tracy's feet this afternoon. Tracy really loves when Tania rubs her feet. Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet For Thirty Minutes This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's yogi toes on her feet to give them a good stretch for thirty minutes this evening. She does such a good job stretching and ranging Tracy's hands and feet. Everyone Watches le Tour de France This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed watching le Tour this evening. Mom is wondering if there is any chance for Lance this year! 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: Meeting Of The Minds: Fragments Of The Self ~

Thursday, July 22nd, 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. Mom Goes To Mass With Aunt Diane At St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church This Afternoon ~ Mom met Aunt Diane at St. Paul's this afternoon for Mass and the rosary. Then, Aunt Diane treated Mom to lunch at Offerdahl's in Lighthouse Point. It was so good! Greg Cancels Tracy's Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Greg was too busy at work and had to cancel Tracy's Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. 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. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Evening ~ Dad enjoyed his Bikram Yoga Practice 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: The Life Of Your Dreams : Waking Up ~

Wednesday, July 21st, 2010 ~ 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. Mom Stays For A Second Hot Yoga Class With Liz This Morning ~ Mom stayed for Liz's Hot Yoga class this morning. She is working on her challenge and plans to finish her 26 classes next Monday. Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet For Thirty Minutes This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's yogi toes on her feet to give them a good stretch for thirty minutes this evening. She does such a good job stretching and ranging Tracy's hands and feet. Greg Cancels Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Greg had to cancel Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. Tania & Tracy Watch The Style Network This Evening ~ Tania and Tracy watched "The Style Network" this evening. Tania Stretches & Ranges Tracy 's Left Wrist With Biofreeze This Evening ~ Tania stretched and ranged Tracy's left wrist with Biofreeze, using some wooden roller tools for deep massage. She wore her wrist splints for one hour, tolerating them well. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch le Tour de France This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched le Tour de France this evening. It is not very exciting without Lance! He da man! 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: The Truths Within: Value Your Own Wisdom ~

Tuesday, July 20th, 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 and it was a very challenging class. Tracy Refuses Yogurt When Offered This Afternoon ~ Tracy refused some vanilla yogurt when Wilmene offered it to her. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Evening ~ Dad went to Bikram Yoga this evening in Boca Raton. He really enjoys his practice. Dee Comes To Do Tracy's Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Dee came to do Physical Therapy this evening with Tracy. He stretched and ranged Tracy's major muscle groups and then he and Tania got Tracy straddled on the peanut ball for some trunk strengthening and head control. Tracy refluxed and coughed a little, so Mom decided to forego her last can of Jevity 1.2 of the day. 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: Unlimited Vision: Everything Is In Divine Order ~

Monday, July 19th, 2010 ~ 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. Tracy Eats Three Ounces Of Vanilla Activia Yogurt This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy three ounces of Activia Vanilla Yogurt this afternoon. She seemed to really enjoy it and did a good job swallowing today. Tania Put Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's Yogi Toes on her feet for twenty-five minutes this evening. She really seems to like her Yogi Toes. Tania Shapes Up Tracy's Eyebrows This Afternoon ~ Tania shaped up Tracy's eyebrows this afternoon. She does such a great job! Tania Stretches, Ranges, & Massages Tracy's Left Shoulder & Wrist ~ Tania stretched, ranged, and massaged Tracy's left shoulder and wrist this evening. She massaged Biofreeze on Tracy's left shoulder which has lately been causing her more pain. She gets her Botox on the 27th, which should help to relax her tone. Tania Puts On Tracy's Wrist Splints For Two Hours This Evening ~ Tracy wore her wrist splints for two hours 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: Lessons Of Reflection : Interfering ~

Sunday, July 18th, 2010 ~ Mom Takes The Day Off From Hot Yoga Today After An Intense Hot Yoga Saturday ~ Mom decided to take the day off from Hot Yoga after her intense three and a half hour Yoga Day yesterday. Tracy Has Hippotherapy With Breezy & Susan In Parkland This Morning ~ Tracy had Hippotherapy with Susan and Breezy this morning at Wattland in Parkland. Tracy was pulling forward while sitting on Breezy. It was difficult for Dad to keep Tracy erect on Breezy, with her pulling forward so much. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Meet Nana, Uncle Johnny, & Nadesha At The Olive Garden For Dinner This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy met Nana, Uncle Johnny, and Nadesha at the Olive Garden in Boca for dinner this evening. It was really good and everyone had a great time. 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: Walking Through: When Doors Open ~

Saturday, July 17th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To 8 AM Hot Yoga With Noah This Morning ~ Mom enjoyed her 8 AM Hot Yoga class with Noah this morning. What a great way to start the weekend. It was a great class, very hot and humid! It is Day 13 of the 30 day challenge. Mom needs to get her 27 classes in before she leaves for New Hampshire for Jon's benefit. Tracy Vomits About 8 Ounces This Morning ~ Tracy vomited about 8 ounces this morning after her second feeding. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning. She sure does love her Spa Saturdays. Mom Goes To Jessica's Arm Balance Workshop This Afternoon ~ Mom learned a lot at Jessica's Arm Balance Workshop this afternoon. She has a long way to go to do a handstand without the wall. Thank goodness for the wall! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To 4:30 PM Mass At St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy went to the evening Mass at St. Pauls. It was a nice Mass. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Stop At Starbucks For Lattes ~ Everyone enjoyed Starbucks after Mass, while they rode around looking at houses for sale in Lighthouse Point. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch le Tour de France This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed le Tour de France this evening. Mom loves watching the evening recap. Lance is definitely out of the race this year. Guess he should have quit while he was on top! 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: Universal Messages : Signs ~

Friday, July 16th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To 9:00 AM Tower Class With Christine This Morning ~ Mom had a great Tower Class with Christine this morning. There were three other participants and Christine worked our little (and big) butts off. Tracy's Hippotherapy Is Cancelled This Afternoon At Parkland ~ Susan cancelled Tracy's Hippotherapy this evening because it was too muddly and the wheel chair would not make it through the mud. We will try again on Sunday! Tania Massages & Ranges Tracy's Feet This Afternoon ~ Tania stretched, massaged and ranged Tracy's feet this afternoon. Tracy really loves when Tania rubs her feet. 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. Everyone Watches le Tour de France This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed watching le Tour this evening. Mom is wondering if there is any chance for Lance this year! 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: Our Earthly Origins: Reclaiming Our Roots ~

Thursday, July 15th, 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. Greg Cancels Tracy's Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Greg was too busy at work and had to cancel Tracy's Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. 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 Massaged & Ranged Tracy's Hands his Evening ~ Tania stretched and ranged Tracy's hands this evening. She does such a great job with Tracy's therapy. 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: To Rise Above : Achieving A High Vibration ~

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010 ~ 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 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. Mom Meets Nana At The Podiatrist This Afternoon ~ Mom met Nana and Nadesha at the Podiatrist this afternoon. Greg Cancels Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Greg had to cancel Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. Tania & Tracy Watch "All About Steve" This Evening ~ Tania and Tracy watched "All About Steve" this evening. It was such a cute movie. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch le Tour de France This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched le Tour de France this evening. It is not very exciting without Lance! He da man! 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: Moving Through Darkness: The Places We Go ~

Tuesday, July 13th, 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. Tania Is Off Today ~ Tania took the day off today so she could spend time with her family who is visiting. We sure do miss her! Dee Comes To Do Tracy's Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Dee came to do Physical Therapy this evening with Tracy. Tania is off today, so Mom and Dad assisted Dee with Tracy this evening. After Dee massaged and ranged Tracy's major muscles, it was time to position Tracy prone on the mat. She tolerated about 35 minutes on her tummy. Dee stretched Tracy's hip flexors while she was on her tummy. 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: Gazing Upon Goodness: Energetic Motion ~

Monday, July 12th, 2010 ~ 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. Tania Is Off Today ~ Tania took off today and tomorrow, while her family is in town. We sure do miss her! 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: Time For Wellness : A Self-Healing Day ~

Sunday, July 11th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To 8:30 AM Hot Yoga With Veronica This Morning ~ Dad helped LuLu with Tracy while Mom went to Hot Yoga. It is Day 7 of the 30 day challenge and Mom needs to rack up all the classes she can now. Mom & Dad Catch Up After All The Visitors Are Gone ~ Mom and Dad spent the day catching up on their paperwork and chores after all of their visitors are gone. It was a great visit, and everyone seemed to have a good time. 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: Remembering The Moment: Enjoying Life ~

Saturday, July 10th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To 8 AM Hot Yoga With Veronica This Morning ~ Mom enjoyed her 8 AM Hot Yoga class with Veronica this morning. What a great way to start the weekend. It was a great class, very hot and humid! It is Day 6 of the 30 day challenge. Mom needs to get her 27 classes in before she leaves for New Hampshire for Jon's benefit. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning. She sure does love her Spa Saturdays. Nana Comes Over To Spend The Day With Us ~ Nadesha brought Nana over to spend the day with us. Mom, Dad, Tracy & Nana Go To 4:30 PM Mass At St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy and Nana went to the evening Mass at St. Pauls. It was a nice Mass. Mom, Dad, Tracy, & Nana Stop At Starbucks For Lattes ~ Everyone enjoyed Starbucks after Mass, while they rode around looking at houses for sale in Lighthouse Point. Mom Makes Italian Sausage & Tortellini For Dinner This Evening ~ Mom made sweet Italian sausage and tortellini for dinner this evening. It was all very good. Aunt Diane Picks Up Nana Around 8:30 PM This Evening ~ Aunt Diane picked up Nana this evening after dinner. It was a nice evening. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch le Tour de France This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed le Tour de France this evening. Mom loves watching the evening recap. Looks like Lance but not stand the chance this year!, although he did well today! 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 ~

Friday, July 9th, 2010 ~ Mom Skips Her 8:30 AM Tower Class With Christine This Morning ~ Mom skipped her Tower Class with Christine this morning. She took Aunt Candy, Mike & Olivia to see some houses with Jack Prenner, local realtor. They looked at a Frank Lloyd Wright style home one street up from Mom's. It was nice but had too many stairs. Mom, Aunt Candy, Mike & Olivia Have Lunch At The Daily Grind This Morning ~ Mike treated to lunch and coffee at the Daily Grind this afternoon. It was yummy as usual. Mom & Tania Takes Aunt Candy, Mike, & Olivia To The Airport For Their 3:45 PM Flight Home ~ Mom and Tania took Aunt Candy and family to the airport for their return flight home. It was so sad to see them go! Tracy Naps For Several Hours This Afternoon ~ Tracy was really tired and napped for several hours this afternoon. Tania Puts Tracy's Wrist Splints On For About An Hour This Afternoon ~ Tracy tolerated her wrist splints for about an hour this afternoon. Tracy's Hippotherapy Is Cancelled This Afternoon At Parkland ~ Mom cancelled Tracy's Hippotherapy this evening because it was too hot and humid. 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. Everyone Watches le Tour de France This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed watching le Tour this evening. Mom is wondering if there is any chance for Lance this year! 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: Stronger For It: Mending A Broken Heart ~

Thursday, July 8th, 2010 ~ Mom Drops Off Aunt Candy, Mike & Olivia At Cousin Chip's For Breakfast This Morning ~ Mom dropped off Aunty Candy and the gang at Chip's for breakfast. They went to the Galley in Lighthouse Point. It was really good! 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. Greg Cancels Tracy's Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Greg was too busy at work and had to cancel Tracy's Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. 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 Massaged & Ranged Tracy's Left Shoulder This Evening ~ Tania stretched and ranged Tracy's left shoulder this evening. She massaged some Biofreeze on her shoulder, which definitely helped. Aunt Candy Makes More Bracilinis For Dinner This Evening ~ Nana, Uncle Johnny, and Aunt Diane came over again for dinner this evening and had more bracilinis! They tasted even better this evening! Aunt Candy is such a good cook! Everyone Goes To Mizner For Frozen Yogurt This Evening ~ Everyone piled into the cars and went to Mizner Park for some organic frozen yogurt this evening after dinner. It was okay, but not as good as Zacks in Metairie. Oh, those were the good old 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: Layers Of Feeling : Coping With Passive Aggression ~

Wednesday, July 7th, 2010 ~ 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.Aunt Diane Picks Up Aunt Candy, Mike, & Olivia To Take Them To Lauderdale By The Sea This Morning ~ Aunt Diane brought Aunt Candy, Mike and Olivia to their old stomping grounds at Lauderdale By The Sea! They had breakfast and shopped in the little souvenir shops. It was just like old times. Aunt Candy Makes Braciolinis For Dinner ~ Aunt Candy made her specialty and Nana's favorite: braciolinis for dinner. Aunt Diane made a salad. Mom made her famous green bean and artichoke casserole. Everything was so good. Nana, Uncle Johnny, Jeff and Aunt Diane came over for dinner. It was so good! 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. Greg Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Greg came and stretched and ranged Tracy in her bed this evening. He does such a good job with Tracy! Tracy's left shoulder seems to be bothering her again. She is due for her Botox July 27th. 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 on 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: Opening To Receive Comfort: Sharing Grief ~

Tuesday, July 6th, 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. Aunt Candy & The Gang Enjoy The Pool Today ~ Aunt Candy and the gang enjoyed another day in the pool. The heater is not working in the hot tub, but they were able to enjoy the bubbles and the cool water. It was too hot to put on the heat any way. Aunt Diane, Nana, Nadesha, & Uncle Johnny came over and Aunt Candy made angel hair pasta with chicken. Aunt Diane made a big salad. Everyone watched le Tour de France. Emil & Zihan Leave This Morning ~ Emil and Zihan left this morning for Orlando. It was so great to spend some time with them. Mom, Aunt Candy, Olivia, & Mike Have Lunch At The Daily Grind This Afternoon ~ Everyone enjoyed lunch at the Daily Grind after shopping at Bed, Bath, & Beyond for more coffee pods. They have delicious sandwiches. Mom had English raisin scones. So good. Aunt Candy Made Angel Hair Pasta With Chicken For Dinner ~ Nana, Aunt Diane, and Uncle Johnny came over for dinner this evening and enjoyed watching le Tour de France. Dee Cancels Tracy's Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Dee had a family issue and could not make it this evening for Tracy's therapy. Tania massaged and ranged Tracy's major muscle groups and Tracy wore her Yogi Toes for 25 minutes. 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: Shifting With The Tide: Energetic Motion ~

Monday, July 5th, 2010 ~ 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! Everyone Gets Ready To Go On The Boat For The Day ~ Everyone was ready to board the boat at 11 AM for a day of cruising up the intracoastal. The weather looked a little precarious, so Dad decided to head North up the Intracoastal to avoid the black clouds. They cruised as far north as Delray and then turned around and head back south to Lighthouse Point. They got caught in some heavy rain, but it was okay since they could stay inside and not get drenched. Nana, Uncle Johnny, Aunt Diane, and Jeff joined the regular crew! It was a lot of fun! Jeff Takes Tanya, Megan, & Rich To Ft. Lauderdale Airport This Evening For Their Return Flight Home ~ Jeff was kind enough to take Tanya, Megan and Rich to the airport for their flight home to New Hampshire. The time flew by, and everyone had such a good time. It was sad to see them go! Mom Orders Chinese Food For Dinner This Evening ~ Mom ordered Chinese food for dinner this evening from Golden China. It was delicious as usual. Everyone was pretty tired from the long day, and headed for bed around midnight, after watching le Tour de France. 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: Underneath The Noise : Hearing The Whisper ~

Sunday, July 4th, 2010 ~ Happy 4th Of July! ~ Everyone Goes In The Pool While The Weather Permits ~ Everyone went in the pool and enjoyed the hot tub while the weather cooperated. Then the skies opened up and it poured. Tanya & Megan Go Kayaking & Get Stuck In A Thunderstorm ~ The girls went kayaking and had to be rescued by Fanancy and Rich in the Seadoo when it started to thunder and lightning. They ended up towing the kayaks behind the boat. Emil's cousins and friend picked him up at the dock to go fishing for the day! He didn't catch us dinner though! Everyone Goes To Johnny's For Pizza, Eggplant, & Fireworks ~ Everyone went to Johnny's for delicious pizza from NYPD in Lake Worth. The eggplant was outstanding. Good thing Uncle Johnny has awnings on his balcony. We were able to sit outside and watch the fireworks without getting soaked. They were beautiful nonetheless. Uncle Johnny Says Mass For The Family In Palm Beach ~ Uncle Johnny said Mass for all of us this evening. It was really nice to have our own private Mass. Zihan & Charity Come To See The Fireworks ~ What a nice surprise to have Zihan and Charity visit us and watch the fireworks! Zihan was so adorable! He kept wishing for a blue firework and then said AMEN! He is so grown up at five years of age! Zihan Comes Home With Emil & Us For A Few days ~ Zihan rode back to Lighthouse Point with us and spent a few days with his Granddaddy! He swims like a little fish and is so smart! He was pretty much reading! 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:Breaking The Wave: The Tipping Point ~

Saturday, July 3rd, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To 8 AM Hot Yoga With Noah This Morning ~ Mom enjoyed her 8 AM Hot Yoga class with Noah this morning. What a great way to start the weekend. It was a great class, very hot and humid! He has such a soothing voice and manner. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning. She sure does love her Spa Saturdays. Everyone Arrives To Go On The Boat For The Day ~ Mom's friends from Boston College, Frank and Rose Mary arrived around noon to go on the boat. Our neighbors from Winchester, Davis and Michael and their wife and girlfriend, also came on the boat with us, as well as Diane and our gang from New Hampshire. There were 18 total on the boat! Tracy had a great time with everyone. The weather cooperated most of the day! We went South to Port Everglades and then headed east to the ocean and boogied home via the ocean. It took a little less than 30 minutes to get home via the ocean. Everyone Comes For A Barbecue This Evening ~ Michael grilled pork chops and chicken breasts on the grill while Mom made shrimp and sausage jambalaya and a big salad. There were around 18 for dinner. Everything was delicious! Michael does a great job on the barbecue! 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: Walking Through : When Doors Open ~

Friday, July 2nd, 2010 ~ Mom Skips Her 8:30 AM Tower Class With Christine This Morning & Waited For Dad & Emil To Bring Lola Home ~ Mom skipped her Tower Class with Christine this morning. She wanted to wait for Dad and Emil to come home from Miami International Airport with Lola. Tiffany shipped Lola to spend the summer with us. She is so beautiful and we are really excited to have her with us. She and Luna seem to be getting along well. Luca is in doggie heaven with two beautiful girlfriends! Mom Skips Her Yogalates With Janet At Awaken Hot Yoga ~ Mom hung out with Aunt Candy and Tanya and the gang at the pool this morning. It was a beautiful day, and everyone had a great day of fun in the sun! Tracy's Hippotherapy Is Cancelled This Afternoon At Parkland ~ Mom cancelled Tracy's Hippotherapy this evening because they had reservations at the Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club for Michael's and Olivia's graduation party. There were 18 guests plus Tracy, and Mom ordered blue and white ballons for Merrimack High School colors! They had two ice cream cakes, and even sang Happy Birthday to Megan! Everyone had a great time. Tania Puts Tracy's Wrist Splints On Tracy's Wrists This Evening ~ Tracy tolerated her wrist splints for 1 hour on her right wrist and 2 hours on her left wrist this afternoon. 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. Tracy Vomits About 6 To 8 Ounces This Evening Before Leaving For Yacht Club Dinner ~ Tracy coughed and then threw up about 6 to 8 ounces this evening while Tania was getting Tracy ready for dinner at the yacht club. She feels much better after she vomits. Everyone Enjoys Dinner At The Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club This Evening ~ There were 18 guests plus Tracy who dined at the yacht club in honor of Mike and Olivia's high school graduation and Megan's 21st birthday. It was as delicious as ever! Jon's Friend Joe Arrives From Orlando This Evening ~ Joe, Jon's friend from Merrimack, drove down from Orlando to spend the weekend with everyone. 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 The Physical: We Are Beings Of Light ~

Thursday, July 1st, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Kate At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point This Morning ~ 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. Aunt Diane, Nana, Nadesha, & Uncle Johnny Come Over To Go In The Pool This Afternoon ~ Everyone had a nice afternoon in the pool and the hot tub today. It is so nice to have Aunt Candy, Olivia, and Mike visiting with us. Greg Is Still Not Feeling Well & Cancels Tracy's Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Greg still has a sinus infection and had to cancel Tracy's Physical Therapy this evening. Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet For Twenty Minutes Out By The Pool This Afternoon ~ Tania put Tracy's yogi toes on her feet to give them a good stretch for twenty minutes this afternoon. She does such a good job stretching and ranging Tracy's hands and feet. Mom Buys A Kuerig Mini-Coffee Maker At Bed, Bath & Beyond This Afternoon ~ Mom bought a Mini-Kuerig coffee system for the boat today at Bed, Bath & Beyond. It is so cool. Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet For Twenty Minutes Out By The Pool This Afternoon ~ Tania put Tracy's yogi toes on her feet to give them a good stretch for twenty minutes this afternoon. She does such a good job stretching and ranging Tracy's hands and feet. Everyone Enjoys Hamburgers & Italian Sausage On The Grill This Evening ~ Mike grilled some awesome burgers and pork chops on the barbie this evening. Everything was delicious! Yummy! Tanya, Megan, & Rich Arrive This Evening From New Hampshire ~ Everyone was so happy to have Tanya, Megan and Rich arrive from New Hampshire this evening. It is so nice to have everyone here with us. We just wish Tiffany could be here. 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 Weight Of The Past : Regrets ~