Sunday, July 31st, 2011 ~ Tracy Has Hippotherapy With Susan At Bit-By-Bit Therapeutic Riding Center In Parkland This Morning ~ Tracy had Hippotherapy this morning with Susan in Parkland. She had one of the best sessions to date, sitting tall on Breezy and holding her head up high the entire 30 minutes. Mom, Dad & Tracy Go For A Ride This Afternoon ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy went for a ride to Las Olas Blvd this afternoon. Oddly enough, they ran into the neighbors, Peter and Scott, from across the canal! Small world, isn't it? Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To St. Coleman's Church In Pompano For 6 PM Mass This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy decided to go to 6 PM Mass this evening at St. Colemans's Church, since St. Paul's discontinued their 6 PM Sunday Masses! Mom Feeds Tracy 11 Ounces Of Tilapia With Potatoes, Creamed Corn, Sour Cream & Yellow Squash This Afternoon For Lunch ~ Tracy had a late lunch and enjoyed about 12 ounces of Tilapia, New Potatoes, Creamed Corn, Yellow Squash and Sour Cream in an hour this afternoon. She was a little sleepy, but sitll managed to eat her lunch in an hour's time. Mom & Dad Watch Previous Episodes Of Their Favorite Summer Shows This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched tivoed episodes of their new favorite shows this evening: Burn Notice, Alphas, Suits, & Falling Skies! Daily OM: Wisdom Within: The Higher Self ~

Saturday, July 30th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Jessica At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom went to Hot Yoga Flow with Jessica this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. She kicked our asanas! What a great way to kick off the weekend! Tracy Eats 21 Ounces of Ravioli With Sour Cream & Lentils For Lunch Today ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 11 ounces of Raviolis with sour cream, lentils, and new potatoes in 55 minutes for lunch this afternoon. Unbelievable! She has been working so hard and doing a good job with eating! Mom decided to only give Tracy two cans of Jevity 1.2 today, since Tracy ate 21 ounces! Mom & Dad Relax In The Hot Tub This Evening ~ Mom and Dad enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub this afternoon. It was just what the doctor ordered! Mom & Dad Watch Episodes Of Their Favorite Summer Shows This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched Burn Notice, Suits & Alphas this evening. Mom's favorite show for the summer is Suits. Daily OM: Digging Deep For Healing: Rooting Down ~

Friday, July 29th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Pilates This Morning ~Mom went to Pilates this morning with Christine. What a great core workout Christine put us through this morning. Mom Takes Nana & Nadesha To Lake Worth For Hair Appointments This Afternoon ~ Mom picked up Nana and Nadesha for their noon hair appointments in Lake Worth with Kerri at the Hairnet. She does such a good job and it is always fun to with Kerri at the Hairnet. Tracy Eats 12 Ounces of Minestrone Soup With Meatballs This Afternoon ~ Wilmene and Linda fed Tracy 12 ounces of Minestrone Soup with meatballs in Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Marcus This Evening ~ Tracy had Physical Therapy with Marcus this evening. He and Linda got her on the peanut therapy ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises with the Theraband in front of the mirror. Tracy did such a good job sitting up tall and working on her head control. She is working so hard during her therapy sessions. Then it was time for Marcus to stretch and passively range all of Tracy's major muscle groups. Mom & Dad Watch le Tour de France This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched le Tour de France this evening. What a great race in the Alps! Mom really loves this time of year! Daily OM: Simple Serenity: Navel Meditation ~

Thursday, July 28th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga At Noon With James At Yoga South In Boca Raton ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice this afternoon with James at Yoga South in Boca Raton. It was her first time at Yoga South and taking a class with James and he was fantastic! She will definitely go back to another one of his classes! Linda Feeds Tracy 10 Ounces Of Lemongrass Coconut Chicken (Kashi) This Afternoon ~ Tracy ate 10 ounces of Lemongrass Coconut Chicken by Kashi this afternoon. She ate it in 35 minutes, and really seemed to like it! This should take the place of one can of Jevity 1.2, reducing the cans to three total a day! Linda Massages Tracy's Feet & Hands This Afternoon ~ Linda massaged Tracy's feet and hands with Coconut Lime Verbena lotion this afternoon while they listened to Eckhart Tolle's Power Of Now audiobook. She must have massaged Tracy for three hours this evening! Dee Is Not Able To Come This Evening For Tracy's Massage/Physical Therapy ~ Dee was stuck at work and could not come to do Massage and Physical Therapy this evening. Tracy sure does miss him! Daily OM : As Blessed As You Want To Be: The Power Of Staying Positive ~

Wednesday, July 27th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice this morning with Keri at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. She really worked everyone so hard, with minimum rest periods. She was so glad that the class wasn't as hot as last week's! Tracy Has Speech Therapy With Teresa At Imperial Point Medical Center This Afternoon ~ Tracy had another awesome Speech Therapy session this afternoon with Teresa at Imperial Point Medical Center. She ate about 6 ounces of Amy's Veggie Lasagna alternating with 4 to 5 ounces of Pot Roast with Mashed Potatoes with Sour Cream in about 35 minutes. Teresa gave Tracy some Cayenne Cheese Kettle Chips which she seemed to like. She washed everything down with about two ounces of Starbucks Frappaccino! Teresa wants us to try to feed Tracy some yogurt with Fiber One in the morning. We will try again; past experiences with breakfast showed us that Tracy is not a breakfast person. Linda Massages Tracy's Feet & Hands This Afternoon ~ Linda massaged Tracy's feet and hands with Coconut Lime Verbena lotion this afternoon while they listened to Eckhart Tolle's Power Of Now audiobook. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy This Afternoon ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He and Linda got Tracy transferred to the peanut therapy ball in front of the mirror for trunk and neck strengthening exercises. Tracy is working so hard during her therapy sessions! He worked with the Theraband to help increase the resistance with Tracy's neck strengthening exercises. Then it was time to stretch Tracy's major muscle groups in the chair. He does such a thorough job with Tracy! Daily OM : Spirit Of The Sea: Whale Medicine ~

Tuesday, July 26th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This M orning ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice this morning with Emily at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. It was a fun and challenging class as always with Emily. Tracy Has Her Botox Appointment With Dr. Rubin At The University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine This Afternoon ~ Tracy had her three month Botox appointment with Dr. Rubin at the Miller School of Medicine. Thank goodness Dad met us there, and we waited for almost two hours to see Dr. Rubin. He gave Tracy over 600 units of Botox in her pectorals, fingers, wrists, etc. Tracy really responded to the multiple shots and even laughed and was vocal. Dr. Rubin was really pleased to hear that she was doing so well with her Speech Therapy and eating. Dee Is Unable To Come This Evening For Physical Therapy Due To A Conflict At Work ~ Dee had to cancel Tracy's therapy session this evening due to a conflict at work. It was actually better because Tracy was sore and tired after her multiple Botox injections. We will try again on Thursday! Linda Feeds Tracy 10 Ounces Of Amy's Veggie Lasagna This Evening ~ Linda fed Tracy 10 ounces of Amy's Veggie Lasagna around 6:45 PM this evening, after returning from the long day in Miami. She was pretty hungry and ate it all in about 25 minutes. Daily OM : Restorative Slumber: The Importance Of Napping ~

Monday, July 25th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning ~ Mom goes to Hot Yoga this morning with Erika at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Mom was pretty sore but Erika's class fixed her up! She sure did feel great after her class. Tracy Has Speech Therapy This Afternoon ~ Tracy had another great Speech Therapy session this afternoon with Teresa at Imperial Point Medical Center. Teresa fed Tracy about 6 ounces of Pot Roast with mashed potatoes and gavy in about 35 minutes. She also gave Tracy some pine nut hummus (about 3 ounces) which she really seemed to enjoy. Tracy bit and chewed several Tostitos with the hummus. She is working so hard and doing such a great job eating! Linda Massages Tracy's Feet & Hands This Afternoon ~ Linda massaged Tracy's feet and hands with Coconut Lime Verbena lotion this afternoon while they listened to Eckhart Tolle's Power Of Now audiobook. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy This Afternoon ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He and Linda got Tracy transferred to the peanut therapy ball in front of the mirror for trunk and neck strengthening exercises. Tracy is working so hard during her therapy sessions! He worked with the Theraband to help increase the resistance with Tracy's neck strengthening exercises. Then it was time to stretch Tracy's major muscle groups in the chair. He does such a thorough job with Tracy! Tracy Eats Pot Roast With Mashed Potatoes & Gravy For Dinner This Evening ~ Daily OM: Objects Of Power: Talismans ~

Sunday, July 24th, 2011 ~ Tracy Does Not Have Hippotherapy Today ~ Susan took the day off so Tracy does not have Hippotherapy this morning. Mom, Dad, Tracy & Darlene Go On The Boat This Afternoon ~ It was Darlene's first time on the boat today and everyone had a great time. The weather was perfect and there were a lot of boats out on the Intracoastal. Mom had fun sitting up on the bow and getting some sun for a change. In fact, she got a little too much sun! On the way home, the Hillsboro Blvd bridge was broken and so they had to turn around and go back via the ocen. It was a little rough, but they had fun anyway! It took them an extra hour to get back via the Hillsboro Inlet. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To The Holiday Inn For Jeff's Birthday This Evening ~ Everyone had a good time at the Holiday Inn Highland Beach this evening for Jeff's birthday dinner. They have good food and the view is amazing. Mom, Dad & Tracy Watch le Tour de France This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy watched le Tour de France this evening. It was the final stage into Paris and Mom is going to really miss watching it every evening. So long until next year! Daily OM: Asking & Receiving: Prayers & Meditation ~

Saturday, July 23rd, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Erika At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio ~Mom went to Hot Yoga Flow with Erika this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. She kicked our asanas! What a great way to kick off the weekend! Tracy Eats 7 Ounces Of Tilapia For Lunch Today ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 7 ounces of Tilapia and pasta for lunch this afternoon. She finished it all in 37 minutes. She is doing a great job with her eating. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go For A Ride To The Beach This Afternoon ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy went for a ride to Ft. Lauderdale Beach this afternoon after they made a pit stop at the Dairy Queen. It had been about a year since Mom had a vanilla kiddie cone. So good. Tracy Eats Chinese Food With Mom & Dad This Evening ~ Mom put some chicken, broccoli, chicken broth, and white rice in the Magic Bullet and Tracy ate about 6 ounces of Chinese food with Mom and Dad for dinner. It took her about 30 minutes to finish it! Mom, Dad & Tracy Watch le Tour de France This Evening ~ Mom, Dad and Tracy watched the final stage of le Tour de France this evening. They are so happy that Cadel Evans is ahead and most likely will win tomorrow in Paris! Daily OM: Our Perfect Teacher: Life ~

Friday, July 22nd, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Pilates This Morning ~Mom went to Pilates this morning with Christine. What a great core workout Christine put us through this morning. Mom Goes To Spinning With Jenn This Morning ~ Mom had a great Spinning class with Jenn! She has such awesome playlists! Mom Takes Nana To Harris Shoes This Afternoon ~ Mom met Nana and Nadesha at Harris Shoes in Boca this afternoon to get her shoes adjusted. It is always a work in progress. Tracy Eats Tilapia, Pasta, Broccoli, Yellow Squash, & Asparagus For Lunch This Afternoon ~ Wilmene and Linda fed Tracy 4 ounces of pasta, tilapia, and yellow squash this afternoon. She ate it all in 40 minutes. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Marcus This Evening ~ Tracy had Physical Therapy with Marcus this evening. He and Linda got her on the peanut therapy ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises with the Theraband in front of the mirror. Tracy did such a good job sitting up tall and working on her head control. She is working so hard during her therapy sessions. Then it was time for Marcus to stretch and passively range all of Tracy's major muscle groups. Mom & Dad Watch le Tour de France This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched le Tour de France this evening. What a great race in the Alps! Mom really loves this time of year! Daily OM: Expanding Their Vision: Nine Ways To Help Others Awaken To Consciousness ~

Thursday, July 21st, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice this morning with Kate at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Mom loves her classes! She is so subtle and has everyone try new poses and hold the old ones. Tracy Has Speech Therapy With Teresa At Imperial Point Medical Center This Afternoon ~ Tracy had Speech Therapy with Teresa at Imperial Point Medical Center in Pompano. She fed Tracy some of Amy's organic pasta with broccoli and asparagus. Mom added some vegetable broth and some broccoli soup to puree it. She ate about 6 ounces during the session and another 5 ounces later in the day. Then Teresa fed Tracy some chips which Tracy did a really good job biting and swallowing. She coughed once but her voice was clear. She also burped, which Teresa was very pleased with. Teresa gave Tracy some sushi in the safe feeder with some soy sauce. She did a good job chewing on it. Then Teresa gave Tracy some honey thickened water to clear her palate. She is working so hard, even though she had been up since 4 AM vocalizing. Dee Comes To Give Tracy A Massage & To Do Physical Therapy ~ Dee came to give Tracy a massage on the therapy mat. She really loves Dee's massages. He stretched and ranged Tracy's major muscle groups. He also got Tracy on the therapy bench and worked her trunk. At the end of the session, he showed Mom how to apply e-stim on Tracy's quadriceps. Great job! Linda Massages Tracy In The Chair ~ Linda massaged Tracy's feet and hands, and used her mini massager. Tracy really loves Linda's foot and hand massages. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch le Tour de France This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched le Tour de France this evening. There are only three more days left. Daily OM : Things We Can't Control: Allow, Trust ~

Wednesday, July 20th, 2011 ~Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice this morning with Keri at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. She really worked everyone so hard, with minimum rest periods. It was one of the hottest, most difficult classes ever. The humidity was really high in the room, which really added to the difficulty. Whew! Wilmene & Linda Feed Tracy 10 Ounces Of Dinty Moore Beef Stew This Afternoon ~ Tracy really seemed to enjoy Dinty Moore Beef Stew (pureed) this afternoon. She ate 10 ounces over 40 minutes. Wow! She is doing such an amazing job with her eating. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Marcus came this afternoon to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this afternoon. Marcus and Linda transferred Tracy to the peanut ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises in front of the mirror. He used the Theraband on Tracy's forehead to increase resistance. Tracy worked very hard today and did a great job controlling her head. After her therapy session, it was time to stretch and range all of Tracy's major muscle groups. She is working so hard during her therapy sessions. Linda Gives Tracy A Foot & Hand Massage This Evening ~ Linda gave Tracy a hand and foot massage this evening. She also used a massager to provide some extra stimulation on her feet and legs. She ranged and stretched all of Tracy's major muscle groups. She is doing a really good job! Mom Goes To The Bit-By-Bit Therapeutic Riding Center Board Meeting This Evening ~ Mom went to the monthly board of directors meeting for Bit-By-Bit Therapeutic Riding Center this evening. Dad and Linda stayed with Tracy while Mom was at the meeting. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch le Tour de France This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched le Tour de France this evening. There are only four more days left. Daily OM : Memories Of The Soul: Past Life Regression ~

Tuesday, July 19th, 2011 ~Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This M orning ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice this morning with Emily at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. It was a fun and challenging class as always with Emily. Tracy Has Speech Therapy Today ~ Tracy had another great Speech Therapy session with Teresa at Imperial Point Medical Center this afternoon. She fed Tracy 6 ounces of chicken and dumplings in about 25 minutes. Then she gave Tracy some Lays Kettle Chips and Tracy bit it, chewed it, organized it and swallowed it. Everyone was so excited for Tracy. She even laughed and was really excited to eat a chip. Tracy Has A Follow-up Appointment With Dr. Silverstein In Boca Raton ~ Tracy had a follow-up appointment with Dr. Silverstein, urologist, in Boca Raton. The good news is that her UTI is totally resolved (negative specimen) and she is not exhibiting any urinary retention, as shown on her bladder scan. Yay! We are so happy that the week of Bactrim DS has done the trick. Dee Cancels Tracy's Physical Therapy & Massage This Evening ~ Dee had a flat tire and had to cancel his appointment with Tracy this evening. We will try again on Thursday! Linda Feeds Tracy 10 Ounces Of Pasta With Cherry Tomatoes, Zucchini & Yellow Squash This Evening ~ Linda fed Tracy ten ounces of pasta with zucchini and yellow squash this evening. She ate it in record time: 25 minutes! She is doing a great job with her eating! Linda Gives Tracy A Foot & Hand Massage This Evening ~ Linda gave Tracy a hand and foot massage this evening. She also used a massager to provide some extra stimulation on her feet and legs. She ranged and stretched all of Tracy's major muscle groups. She is doing a really good job. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch le Tour de France This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched le Tour de France this evening. There are only five more days left! Daily OM : Staying Afloat: Riding The Wave Of Life ~

Monday, July 18th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning ~ Mom goes to Hot Yoga this morning with Veronica at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. It had been a while since she had Veronica's class! Her classes are always challenging and fun! Wilmene Gives Tracy A Manicure This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a manicure this morning. She painted her nails a golden metallic that looks like sunshine! So pretty! Wilmene & Linda Feed Tracy Elbow Pasta With Mazzarella Cheese & Cherry Tomatoes This Afternoon ~ Tracy ate 8 to 9 ounces of pasta with mazzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes and chicken broth for lunch today. She is really enoying eating and is requiring minimal tactile cues for jaw and lip closure. After her meal, Linda fed Tracy about an ounce and a half of Haagen Daz coffee ice cream. She really likes coffee ice cream, after she acclimated to the cold temperature. Linda Gives Tracy A Foot & Hand Massage This Evening ~ Linda gave Tracy a hand and foot massage this evening. She also used a massager to provide some extra stimulation on her feet and legs. She ranged and stretched all of Tracy's major muscle groups. She is doing a really good job! Tracy Does Not Have Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Marcus changed his schedule to Wednesday and Friday this week, due to changes with his work schedule. Daily OM: Evolution Through Exploration: Purpose ~

Sunday, July 17th, 2011 ~Mom, Dad, Tracy & Darlene Go To Hippotherapy This Morning ~Tracy had a really great Hippotherapy session with Susan this morning at Bit-By-Bit Therapeutic Rid ing Center in Parkland. She sat up tall and demonstrated excellent trunk and head control. She is working so hard during all of her therapy sessions. Mom, Dad, Tracy, & Darlene Go To Visit Friends In Parkland For Lunch This Afternoon ~Mom, Dad, Tracy and Darlene had the best lunch with friends in Parkland this afternoon. Judy made chicken kabobs and some delicious fruit and pasta salads. Everyone had a really nice visit, talking and hanging out for nearly three hours. Mom Feeds Tracy Macaroni & Cheese With Butternut Squash This Evening For Dinner ~ Mom fed Tracy about 6 ounces of Macaroni and Cheese with Butternut Squash this evening. She took a little longer than usual, about an hour. She was a little sleepy and zoned out. Mom, Dad & Tracy Watch le Tour de France This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy watched le Tour de France this evening. They also watched prior episodes of their favorite shows: Flashpoint, Burn Notice, Suits, and Alphas. Daily OM: Beings Of Light: Human Angels ~

Saturday, July 16th, 2011 ~Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Jessica At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio ~Mom went to Hot Yoga Flow with Jessica this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. She kicked our asanas! What a great class! Wilmene Feeds Tracy 9 Ounces Of Tilapia With Pasta, Zucchini, Yellow Squash & Ricotta Cheese This Afternoon ~ Tracy ate Mom's Tilapia with pasta, zucchini and yellow squash, and ricotta for lunch this afternoon. She really liked it and seemed to eat it in less than 40 minutes. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch le Tour de France This Afternoon ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched le Tour de France this afternoon. They also watched last week's episodes of Burn Notice, Flash Point, and Suits! Mom loves the new show: Suits! What a great show! Daily OM: Feeling Our Life: Finding Our Life's Work ~

Friday, July 15th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Pilates This Morning ~Mom went to Pilates this morning with Christine. What a great core workout Christine put us through this morning. Mom, Linda & Tracy Go To Cleveland Clinic Neurology Clinic For Tracy's Baclofen Pump Refill This Afternoon ~ Tracy had a 1:30 PM appointment with Dr. Galvez at Cleveland Clinic Neurology Clinic for her Baclofen pump refill this afternoon. Thank goodness she only has to refill her baclofen pump three times a year! It is sure an improvement for every three weeks, as it was seven years ago. Tracy Eats Two To Three Ounces Of Caprese Salad This Afternoon ~ Tracy ate two to three ounces of Caprese salad this afternoon. She would have eaten more but Mom made it to thick for her to swallow! Linda tried feeding her Peach Rice Pudding (Happy Baby) but Tracy did not seem to like it! The peach really did taste like apricot, and Tracy does not like apricot. Emily Comes To Give Mom & Dad A Massage This Evening ~ Mom and Dad were more than ready for their massages this evening. Emily definitely has magic fingers, and healing hands! Daily OM: The Most Fulfilling Road: Finding Your Next Step In Life ~

Thursday, July 14th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Morning Hot Yoga With Kate At Awaken ~Mom had a great Hot Yoga session with Kate this morning. She is such an awesome instructor! Mom had a yoga buzz for the rest of the day! Amazing! Mom Has To Catheterize Tracy This Morning ~ Mom catheterized about 660 ccs this morning. Tracy finished her last dose of Bactrim DS this morning. She has a follow-up appointment with Dr. Silverstein next Tuesday. Mom, Wilmene, & Tracy Go To Speech Therapy At Imperial Point Medical Center This Afternoon ~ Tracy had her Speech Therapy appointment with Teresa at Imperial Point Medical Center this afternoon. Jody, Tracy's Speech Therapist, met us there to observe Tracy's swallowing session. She was so thrilled to see how attentive Tracy was and how well she interacted with Teresa and Linda during her session. Tracy ate 3.5 ounces of (Gerber Organics Sprouts) pasta with lentil bolognese in 20 minutes. Jody Comes To Show Tracy How To Use The Dynavox This Afternoon ~ Jody came by to demonstrate to Linda how to use the Dynavox with Tracy. She showed Linda how to use the camera that attaches to the Dynavox. She showed Tracy all of the files that Aimee had created especially for Tracy, complete with pictures, places, and things that Tracy likes. Linda is really excited to use the Dynavox with Tracy! Tracy Eats Four Ounces Of Chicken, Sweet Potatoes, & Brown Rice Pasta (Happy Baby) ~ Tracy ate 4 ounces of chicken, sweet potatoes, and brown rice pasta in twenty minutes this afternoon. She was not a fan of the brand: Happy Baby, but she did eat it in 20 minutes. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga In Boca Raton This Evening ~ Dad went to his Bikram Yoga class this evening at Bikram College of India in Boca Raton. Cheryl taught a very challenging class and the room was hot, hot, hot! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch le Tour de France This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched le Tour de France this evening. It sure isn't the same without Lance! Daily OM: The Weight Of Objects: Clearing A Space For Change ~

Wednesday, July 13th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Keri At Awaken This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga Fitness Fusion class this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. The room was very hot and humid, and the class was very challenging. Linda Works On Tracy's Speech Today ~ Tracy was so vocal today and Linda took full advantage by working on her speech; ahh seems to be her best aound, eee is more difficult. We will continue to work on Tracy's sounds every day! Linda Feeds Tracy 3 Ounces Of Guacamole & Some Tostitos In Her Safe Feeder Thus Afternoon ~ Linda fed Tracy about three ounces of Guacamole with some Tostitios in her safe feeder this afternoon. She was laughing and very vocal throughout her entire meal. It took a while for her to finish the Guacamole. Wilmene Feeds Tracy Five & A Half Ounces Of Macaroni & Cheese With Butternut Squash Next ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 5 and a half ounces of Macaroni and Cheese with Butternut Squash. It took about two hours from start to finish with all of Tracy's laughing and vocalizing. Wilmene gave Tracy a few sips of honey consistency thickened water to clear her palate. Mom Decides To Save The Movies For Another Day When Tracy Is Not So Vocal ~ Tracy was so vocal today, that Mom decided to take a raincheck on the movies. We'll try again on another day! Linda Stretches Tracy's Major Muscle Groups In Her Chair This Afternoon ~ Linda stretched and ranged Tracy's major muscle groups while she was in her chair. She massaged her feet and hands with Coconut Lime Verbena lotion. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy This Afternoon ~ Marcus came this afternoon to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this afternoon. After Marcus showed Linda how to perform passive range of motion and stretching, he and Linda transferred Tracy to the peanut ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises in front of the mirror. He used the Theraband on Tracy's forehead to increase resistance. Tracy worked very hard today and did a great job controlling her head. Marcus showed Mom where Tracy was contracting her right quadriceps muscle when Marcus was stretching her hamstring. Amazing! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch le Tour de France This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched Stage 11 of le Tour de France. Wow! They have had rain almost every day during this tour. Daily OM : Pity Party : Releasing Negativity ~

Tuesday, July 12th, 2011 ~ Two -Year Anniversary Of PawPaw's Death ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Emily At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great practice this morning with Emily at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio. It was a very challenging class and very hot and humid. Tracy Has Speech Therapy At Imperial Point Medical Center With Teresa This Afternoon ~ Tracy was not into eating much this afternoon at Speech Therapy with Teresa at Imperial point. Mom brought a wide variety of pureed foods for Tracy. She started with some oatmeal with apple cream, cinnamon, vanilla and nutmeg, but Tracy did not seem interested. Teresa thinks Tracy may have a sore throat and that the spices are irritating her. Next, Tracy tried some blueberry kefir, but she didn't seem to want that either. Teresa tried some tapioca next, but that didn't do it either. Next, Teresa tried some protein shake that she had in the refrigerator from a week or two ago. Tracy was not impressed. Last, but not least, Teresa tried some Tostitos in her safe feeder. Tracy was much more interested in chomping on these. Lisa, Tracy's friend and a Speech Therapy student at FAU came to observe Tracy today. She was very surprised at how alert and responsive Tracy was since the last time she saw her about six months ago. Too bad Tracy was so sleepy and not on her A game today! We will try again tomorrow, with hopes that she is more awake and interested in eating. Linda Stretches Tracy's Major Muscle Groups In Her Chair This Afternoon ~ Linda stretched and ranged Tracy's major muscle groups while she was in her chair. She massaged her feet and hands with Coconut Lime Verbena lotion. Tracy Is Very Sleepy This Afternoon ~ Tracy was so sleepy this afternoon after Speech Therapy. We tried to feed her some Guacamole and chips in her safe feeder but she was out like a light. We'll try again tomorrow. Dee Cancels Tracy's Physical Therapy/Massage Appointment This Afternoon ~ Tracy really misses Dee when he has to cancel. Today, he was injured with a hamstring pull. We sure hope he feels better soon. Daily OM : Open Vessels: The Power Of Not Knowing Actions ~

Monday, July 11th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning ~ Mom goes to Hot Yoga this morning with Erika at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Her classes are always challenging and fun! Wilmene & Linda Feed Tracy Six Ounces Of Sweet Potatoes & Four Ounces Of Salmon & Mashed Potatoes This Afternoon ~ Wilmene and Linda fed Tracy about four ounces of Salmon and Mashed Potatoes and six ounces of Sweet Potatoes this afternoon in less than an hour. ~ Linda Massages Tracy's Feet & Hands With Coconut Lime Verbena This Afternoon ~ Linda massaged Tracy's hands and feet with Coconut Lime Verbena this afternoon. She really enjoyes her massages!Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy This Afternoon ~ Marcus came this afternoon to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this afternoon. He and Linda transferred Tracy to the peanut ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises in front of the mirror. He used the Theraband on Tracy's forehead to increase resistance. Tracy worked very hard today and did a great job controlling her head. About an hour into her therapy, Tracy vomited about 6 to 8 ounces. Marcus was rocking Tracy forward and aft, which disturbed Tracy's vestibular system and caused her nausea. We will make sure to eliminate this movement from Tracy's therapy regieme, especially now that she is eating. Mom, Dad & Tracy Watch le Tour de France This Evening ~ Mom, Dad and Tracy watched le Tour de France this evening. Today was a Rest Day, so the prime time coverage was a recap of the first week of le Tour. Daily OM: Working Through Silence: Noise As A Distraction ~

Sunday, July 10th, 2011 ~ Mom & Dad Train Darlene From Advocate Home Care Services Today ~ Mom and Dad spent the day training Darlene from Advocate Home Care Agency. She is a quick learner and is doing a good job! Tracy Does Not Have Any Hippotherapy Today ~ Tracy's tummy was not feeling well so we cancelled her session with Susan at Bit-By-Bit Therapeutic Riding Center in Parkland. We should resume her Hippotherapy next Sunday. Mom Feeds Tracy Five Ounces Of Beef & Vegetable Lasagna This Afternoon ~ Mom fed Tracy 5 ounces of Beef and Vegetable Lasagna (Gerber Organics #3) this afternoon. She did a good job with lip closure and ate all 5 ounces in 45 minutes. Mom Shapes Tracy's Eyebrows This Afternoon ~ Mom shaped Tracy's eyebrows this afternoon. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Hang Outside By The Pool & The Hot Tub This Afternoon ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy enjoyed relaxing in the sunshine and the hot tub this afternoon. It was a beautiful day and the sunshine felt really nice. Mom, Dad & Tracy Watch le Tour de France This Evening ~ Mom, Dad and Tracy watch le Tour de France this evening! ~ Mom & Dad Order A Pizza From Papa John's This Evening ~ Mom and Dad enjoyed pizza from Papa John's this evening. Daily OM: Releasing The Reigns: Changing Others ~

Saturday, July 9th, 2011 ~ Dad Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For DC To Spend The Day With Tiffany ~ Dad left very early this morning for his flight to DC to help Tiffany buy a car. Tiffany bought a cute Honda CRV in Tango Red! Her Honda Civic was also red, and lasted about thirteen years! Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Erika This Morning ~Mom went to Hot Yoga with Erika this morning. It was a dark and rainy morning, and a real challenge to get up early for Yoga. The room was so nice and hot, that Mom was really glad that she made it! The class was awesome, and very challenging. Hot Yoga is so addicting! Mom is definitely hooked! Tracy Vomits About 8 Ounces After Her Second Can Of Jevity This Morning ~ Tracy vomited about 8 ounces of her Jevity 1.2 this morning after her second can. Not sure what is causing her to vomit! It could be the Bactrim DS. Mom Had To Catheterize Tracy This Morning ~ Mom ended up catheterizing Tracy this morning (360 ccs). For some reason, she is experiencing urinary retention. Hopefully, the CT scan/urogram will give us some insight into what is going on. Tracy Has A CT Scan/Urogram This Afternoon At North Broward Medical Center ~ Tracy had a CT Scan/Urogram this afternoon at North Broward Medical Center. Michelle did an awesome job! The staff had a difficult time finding Tracy's veins to start an IV for the contrast. They had to call an ER Nurse, who found a vein in Tracy's wrist. Michelle did an excellent job, explaining every step of the way.She let Mom go in with Tracy, and Mom had Tracy listening to music on her IPhone. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy This Afternoon ~ Marcus came this afternoon to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this afternoon. He and Mom transferred Tracy to the peanut ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises in front of the mirror. He used the Theraband on Tracy's forehead to increase resistance. Tracy worked very hard today and did a great job controlling her head. Dad Returns From DC This Evening ~ Dad returned from DC this evening around 9:30 PM. He sure did put in a long day! Wilmene Feeds Tracy 3.5 Ounces Of Pasta With Lentil Bolognese This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 3.5 ounces of Pasta with Lentil Bolognese this afternoon in about 25 minutes. She is really enjoying eating and doing an awesome job! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Stage 8 Of le Tour de France This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched Stage 8 of le Tour de France this evening. It is the first stage for climbing. Daily OM: Let Go & Let Flow: Taking A Leap Of Faith

Friday, July 8th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Pilates This Morning ~Mom went to Pilates this morning with Felicity! She worked everyone really hard, especially core. Mom really misses Christine. She was attending a conference in Orlando, and will be back for next week's session. Mom Catheterizes Tracy This Morning ~ Mom had to catheterize Tracy this morning. She had about 675 ccs. Tracy Vomits About 6 To 8 Ounces This Afternoon ~ Tracy vomited about 6 to 8 ounces this afternoon, after Wilmene gave Tracy about 24 to 32 ounces of water in her G-tube. The water was in preparation for the CT scan/uragram scheduled for 1 PM today. Mom had to cancel the test and reschedule for tomorrow at 1:30 PM. Wilmene & Linda Feed Tracy 6 Ounces Of Macaroni & Cheese With Butternut Squash For Lunch ~ Wilmene and Linda fed Tracy Gerber Organic Macaroni and Cheese with Butternut Squash this afternoon. She really likes thisone, and ate it all in a little less than an hour. She is working so hard and we are very proud of her! Linda Helps Tracy Play The Electronic Keyboard This Afternoon ~ Tracy really seemed to enjoy playing the electronic keyboard with Linda this afternoon. Linda held Tracy's index finger and helped her play the programmed songs when the key lit up. She was so focused and fully engaged in the activity. Linda Massages & Stretches Tracy's Hands, Shoulders, Arms, Legs, & Feet This Afternoon ~ Linda massaged and ranged Tracy's extremities this afternoon. She used some Coconut Lime Verbena lotion, which Tracy really likes. Then she massaged Tracy's shoulders with some Biofreeze which really felt good. Mom, Tracy, & Linda Listen To Book One Of The Chronicles Of Narnia Audiobooks This Afternoon ~ Mom, Tracy and Linda listened to the first book of the Chronicles Of Narnia this afternoon. Daily OM: The Ways We Love: Choosing To Have A Mate Or Be Single ~

Thursday, July 7th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Morning Hot Yoga With Kate At Awaken ~Mom had a great Hot Yoga session with Kate this morning. It is so great to be back to morning Hot Yoga! Tracy Has Speech Therapy This Afternoon With Teresa ~ Tracy had her best Speech Therapy session to date today! She was demonstrating excellent lip closure, which made Teresa so happy she got teary eyed! Tracy was so focused and was working so hard throughout the session. She ate about 4 ounces of oatmeal during her session. Tracy Has An Appointment With Dr. Silverstein, Urologist, This Afternoon ~ Dr. Silverstein was very pleased that Mom brought a cathed urine specimen for the lab to analyze. He prescribed Bactrim DS, two a day, for 7 days. He also ordered a CT Scan/urogram. We will make an appointment at North Broward Medical Center tomorrow. Tracy Has Her First Dose Of Bactrim DS This Evening ~ Tracy had her first dose of the prescribed Bactrim DS this evening. Fingers crossed that this takes care of her Ecoli and subsequent UTI! Daily OM: A Self-Created State: Worry ~

Wednesday, July 6th, 2011 ~ Mom Skips Hot Yoga With Keri At Awaken To Supervise Darlene From Advocate Health Care Services ~ Mom skipped Hot Yoga this morning to interview and supervise a prospective nursing assistant from Advocate Health Care Services. Darlene was really bubbly and seemed to fit in perfectly with Wilmene and Tracy's team. She will work with us Monday through Friday, 8 to noon and Sundays 8 to 4 PM. We are really looking forward to her working with us, and being a vital part of Tracy's team. Mom Goes To Boca Nails For A Much Needed Manicure & Pedicure This Afternoon ~ Mom was so happy to finally get a manicure and pedicure after 6 weeks! She was way overdue. Linda Brings Her Keyboard To Play Music With Tracy This Afternoon ~ Linda played some songs for Tracy on her electric keyboard this afternoon. Tracy really seemed to enjoy the music. Wilmene Feeds Tracy 6 Ounces Of Oatmeal With Apples & Bananas This Afternoon ~ Tracy really enjoyed 6 ounces of Oatmeal with apples and bananas this afternoon. She ate it in about 40 minutes and then swallowed about 2 ounces of Chai Tea Latte Protein drink without any thickener in about ten minutes. She is doing a really good job with her swallowing. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy This Afternoon ~ Marcus came this afternoon to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this afternoon. After Marcus showed Linda how to perform passive range of motion and stretching, he and Linda transferred Tracy to the peanut ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises in front of the mirror. He used the Theraband on Tracy's forehead to increase resistance. Tracy worked very hard today and did a great job controlling her head. Daily OM : Reflections Of Self : We Are All Mirrors Of Each Other ~

Tuesday, July 5th, 2011 ~ Jackie Comes From Direct Nursing To Work With Wilmene This Morning ~ We are trying out a new parttime nursing assistant from Direct Nursing to work with Wilmene this morning. Her name is Jackie and she seems nice! We plan to try Darlene from Advocate tomorrow. Mom Skips Hot Yoga This Morning To Meet With TD Medical Wheelchair Technician ~ Mom waited for the wheelchair technician from TD Medical to come to work on Tracy's wheel chairs. He tightened up both of her chairs, and made a list to order the parts that need replacing. Tracy Has Speech Therapy At Imperial Point Medical Center With Teresa This Afternoon ~ Tracy did an awesome job eating 6 ounces of Sweet Potato Souffle and drinking about 3 ounces of Chai Tea Protein Drink (unthickened) during Speech Therapy this afternoon. She is really doing an awesome job! We are all so proud of her hard work and determination! Linda Stretches Tracy's Major Muscle Groups In Her Chair This Afternoon ~ Linda stretched and ranged Tracy's major muscle groups while she was in her chair. She massaged her feet and hands with Coconut Lime Verbena lotion. Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Evening At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice this evening at Awaken with Veronica. It was just what she needed to destress after a very crazy day! Daily OM : Panchakarma: Five Actions ~

Monday, July 4th, 2011 ~ Happy 4th of July ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning ~ Mom goes to Hot Yoga this morning with Erika at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Her classes are always challenging and fun! Dad Goes To Bikram This Morning ~ Dad enjoyed his Bikram practice this morning at Bikram College of India in Boca Raton. The class was packed with 40 people and the room was really hot and humid; just how he likes it! Wilmene Feeds Tracy Three Ounces Of Pasta Fazole & Three & A Half Ounces Of Sweet Potato Souffle ~ Wilmene fed Tracy about three ounces of Nadesha's pasta fazole and three and a half ounces of sweet potato souffle this afternoon. She really loved it and ate it in less than thirty minutes. Wow! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To Uncle Johnny's For The Fireworks ~ Uncle Johnny had everyone for pizza from NYPD, a family favorite, and eggplant parmesan this evening to watch the cool fireworks display over Lake Worth. It was a lot of fun and Tracy especially enjoyed it. Daily OM: Conditioned Response: Reactions To Life Events ~

Sunday, July 3rd, 2011 ~Mom & Dad Are Tracy's Assistants This Morning ~ Mom and Dad were Tracy's assistants this morning as they got her bathed and ready for a day out on the boat with family and friends. She is such an angel and is so much fun to be with! Tracy Does Not Have Any Hippotherapy Today ~ Susan took the day off to be with family, so Tracy did not have Hippotherapy this morning. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Aunt Diane, Nana, Maureen, Uncle Johnny, Frank & Rosemary Go On The Boat This Afternoon ~ Everyone had such a good time on the boat, cruising to Delray! On their way north on the Intracoastal, they stopped at La Fontana to pick up Uncle Johnny! He hopped on board and they were off in a flash! Nana was so happy to be able to watch her tennis on board the Prayers For Tracy! It was fun having Frank and Rosemary on board as well; catching up after a whole year of events! Mom Feeds Tracy 5 - 7 Ounces Of Salmon Potato Puree For Dinner This Evening ~ Mom fed Tracy 5 to 7 ounces of Salmon Potato Puree for dinner this evening in 35 minutes! She really enjoyed it! Daily OM: Turn To Yourself: You Are The One You Are Waiting For ~

Saturday, July 2nd, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Erika This Morning ~Mom went to Hot Yoga with Erika this morning. Dad went to his Bikram practice in Boca too. Yoga is definitely therapeutic and we are both so grateful to have our practices! Wilmene Feeds Tracy Six Ounces Of Salmon Potato & Pasta Lentil Puree This Afternoon ~ Tracy ate 6 ounces of Salmon Potato puree mixed with Gerber Organic Pasta and Lentil this afternoon in 31 minutes! She is doing a really good job with eating pureed food. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy This Afternoon ~Marcus came this afternoon to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this afternoon. He and Wilmene transferred Tracy to the peanut ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises in front of the mirror. He used the Theraband on Tracy's forehead to increase resistance. Tracy worked very hard today and did a great job controlling her head. He worked with her for the entire hour and a half! Marie & Diane Come From St. Paul's Church To Pick Up The Pilgrim Mary From Fatima This Afternoon ~ Marie and Diane from the Legion of Mary came to pick up the Pilgrim Mary who has been visiting Tracy for the past three or so weeks. We sure did not want to see her go! She brings such wonderful grace when she is here, but we know that she is always watching over Tracy and our family, no matter where she resides. Mom Feeds Tracy Three Ounces Of Pureed Matzo Ball Soup This Evening ~Mom fed Tracy about three ounces of pureed Matzo Ball Soup that Uncle Jeff bought Tracy from Flakowitz. She really seemed to enjoy it! Mom & Dad Watch Stage 1 Of The Tour De France ~ Mom is so excited that the Tour de France has started this year! It is just not the same without Lance Armstrong; minimal drama and excitement! Daily OM: Unlimited Vision: Everything Is In Divine Order ~

Friday, July 1st, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Pilates This Morning ~Mom went to Pilates this morning with Christine. It had been over a month since Mom had been to Pilates. It was a lot more difficult after the month of vacation. Michelle Feeds Tracy Oatmeal With Apples & Bananas This Afternoon ~ Michelle fed Tracy about three and a half ounces of Quaker Oatmeal with apples and bananas this afternoon in 30 minutes. Then, she ate about 4 ounces of sweet potato in 40 minutes. Later in the evening, Tracy ate about three and a half ounces of Macaroni and Cheese with Butternut Squash in 30 minutes. After she was finished eating, Wilmene gave her about four teaspoons of honey consistency thickened water! She is working so hard and doing a great job! Today Is Michelle's Last Day Working With Tracy ~ We are really going to miss Michelle! She is a beautiful soul and Tracy really loves her. This Evening Is Linda's First Day Working With Tracy ~ Today is Linda's first day working with Tracy! She moved to south Florida from New York City to work with Tracy! Tracy was so happy to see her, and definitely recognized her! It is so nice to have her back with us! Daily OM: Discovering True Selves: Soul Seeing ~