Thursday, July 31, 2014 ~ Mom Goes To Spinning With Jenn At Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club This Morning ~ Mom had a great Spin class with Jenn this morning at the Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club. It was a very challenging ride with a great new playlist! Mom Goes To Warm Yoga With Kate This Afternoon ~ Mom had a great Warm Yoga practice with Kate this afternoon. She really needed her yoga practice with Karmic Kate today. Tracy Wears Her Wrist Splints For Three Hours Again Today ~ Tracy wore her wrist splints for three hours today. Wilmene is doing a good job making sure that Tracy maintains good wrist alignment. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Tracy had a very good Physical Therapy session this evening with Marcus. He was very pleased with Tracy's head and trunk control, as well as her range of motion. She did not seem as enthusiastic as she was Tuesday evening, but the weather was pretty blah, which could have a lot to do with it. Mom & Dad Watch Satisfaction This Evening ~ Mom & Dad watched Satisfaction this evening. It is one of Mom and Dad's new favorite shows! Daily OM: Interconnected Experiences : Noticing Synchronicity ~

Wednesday, July 30, 2014 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Keri This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice with Keri at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Mom loves her classes and they are always challenging and fun! Mom Finally Goes To Get Her Mani & Pedi This Afternoon ~ Mom really enjoyed her much-needed manicure and pedicure this afternoon after having to cancel it multiple times due to Luca's illness. Tracy Wears Her Wrist Splints For Three Hours Today ~ Tracy is doing a good job tolerating her wrist splints for several hours today. They are helping to maintain her range of motion and functional positioning. We are already seeing improvement from the Botox injections on Monday according to Tracy's Physical Therapist. Marcus Comes To Do Tracy's Physical Therapy Session This Afternoon ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He began with trunk and head control exercises on the therapy bench in front of the full length mirror. She is really working hard during her sessions, and improving little by little each day. The Botox seems to have made a difference in her range of motion of her shoulders and her arms. Her hands have shown some improvement. The full effect can be seen around six weeks post treatment. Daily OM : Life As It Is : Making Life Work For You ~

Tuesday, July 29, 2014 ~ Tracy's Morning Meds Were Given Late This Morning ~ Tracy's moring meds were given around 11:25 AM, once it was discovered that they were not given to her this morning. Luca Is Acting A Little Funny & Mom Takes Him Back To Dr. Seaman ~ Luca was acting like his neck was really hurting him, wincing and guarding his neck. Mom called the vet first thing and took him into see Dr. Seaman this morning. He seems to exhibit signs of meningitis which could be part of the autoimmune disease spectrum. Dr. Seaman examined him and determined it was most likely not a disc injury, but most likely the menigitis symptoms. She gave him a shot of Tramadol and some oral Tramadol to take home. Luca's hematocrit levels seem to be stable, 26 which is the same as the last time it was tested about 4 days ago. Dr. Seaman seemed happy with these results. She recommended that Luca continue taking immunosuppressants and also added a new drug to be taken once a day. Luca is still taking Prednisone and Doxycycline, although all of the infectious tests have come back negative, which is more good news. We hope he recovers fast because life without Luca is just not the same! Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Marcus This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. Tracy was very engaged and responsive to Marcus this evening, and was controlling her head a lot better than previous sessions. Marcus was very pleased with Tracy's performance during her therapy session. Her range of motion seems to be improved as well. Hopefully the Botox is working this time with the additional 400 units we purchased. Mom & Dad Go To See Trevor Hall, Brett Dennen, SOJA & Michael Franti & Spearhead This Evening At Sunset Cove In Boca Raton ~ Mom and Dad really enjoyed an awesome concert at a new venue: Sunset Cove Amphitheater in West Boca Raton. It poured for about an hour before the event, and Mom and Dad missed the yoga practice with Jeffrey Cohen. They were happy to see the rain subside in time for the concert, even though there was an hour rain delay. The venue made Michael Franti and Spearhead stop playing at 10:40 even though there was an hour rain delay. He would have kept playing for a lot longer than he had, if it wasn't for the venue management. Daily OM : Repeating Patterns Of Meaning: Numbers ~

Monday, July 28, 2014 ~ Mom Goes To Jenn's Spinning Class This Morning ~ Mom had a great Spinning class this morning with Jenn at Lighthouse Point Yacht and Racquet Club. It is definitely one of Mom's passions. Mom Goes To Veronica's Warm Yoga Class This Afternoon At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Warm Yoga practice with Veronica at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. It was just what she needed to get her through the day. Mom & Dad Watch Falling Skies This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched Falling Skies this evening. It had been a long time since Mom saw any of these episodes. Tracy Watches The Season Finale Of The Bachelorette This Evening ~ Tracy watched the season finale of The Bachelorette this evening. Mom tivoed it and is looking forward to watching it soon. Daily OM : Shifting Roles: Supporting Your Spouse ~

Sunday, July 27, 2014 ~ Tracy Does Not Have Hippotherapy This Morning ~ Tracy did not have Hippotherapy this morning because Susan is off today. We will try again next Sunday. Mom Takes The Day Off From Hot Yoga ~ Mom took the day off from exercising for a well-deserved rest. It really felt good, especially after her massage and a very stressful week. Dad Catches Up On Paperwork Today ~ Dad caught up on the mountains of paperwork on his desk today. Mom & Dad Relax In The Hot Tub This Afternoon ~ Mom and Dad enjoyed the pool and the hot tub this afternoon. It was just what they needed after a stressful week. Mom, Tracy & Dad Go To Mass At St. Ambrose Church In Deerfield This Afternoon ~ Mom, Tracy and Dad went to 6 PM Mass at St. Ambrose Church in Deerfield Beach this evening. Mom, Tracy & Dad Go For A Ride To Find Sunset Cove Amphitheater This Evening ~ Mom, Tracy and Dad went to Sunset Cove Amphitheater to see where the Michael Franti concert is going to be next Tuesday. It is in the middle of the Everglades, and they are hoping it is not too buggy or rainy. Mom & Dad Watch The Last ShipThis Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched The Last Ship this evening. It is a really good summer drama. Daily OM : Remembering The Moment: Enjoying Life ~

Saturday, July 26, 2014 ~ Mom Teaches Yoga At North Beach Village This Morning ~ Mom taught Yoga at North Beach Village this morning. It was a great class and a lot of fun! She brought her cool washclothes infused with lavender and lemongrass essential oils. Dad Goes To Bikram With Hillary This Morning At Boca Bikram Yoga ~ Dad had a great Bikram practice this morning with Hillary at Boca Bikram. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning. Her skin is really glowing! Mom & Dad Get Massages This Afternoon At Body & Soul Retreat ~ Mom and Dad had massages at Body & Soul Retreat in Lighthouse Point this afternoon. Mom got a hot stone and Dad got a deep tissue massage. It was nice to escape and relax for a few minutes. Mom, Dad & Tracy Go To Rose Marie's For Dinner This Evening ~ Mom, Tracy and Dad met Aunt Diane and Jeff at Rose Marie's for Jeff's birthday. It was nice to see Anita and Claire as well as Rose Marie and to catch up. Daily OM : Heal Your Money Karma: From The Heal Your Money Karma On-line Course ~

Friday, July 25, 2014 ~ Mom Goes To Veronica's Hot Yoga Flow Class This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great hot yoga flow practice this morning with Veronica at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. It was a great class, hot and humid, just the way Mom likes it. Mom Goes To Kerri's At The Hairnet For Her Monthly Hair Appointment This Morning ~Mom drove to Lake Worth for her noon hair appointment with Kerri at the Hairnet. She did Mom's roots and trimmed her bangs. She does such a good job! Mom & Dad Watch Mistresses This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched Mistresses this evening. They tivoed several programs to watch over the weekend when there is nothing on the television. Daily OM : Enjoying Life : Remembering The Moment ~

Thursday, July 24, 2014 ~ Mom Goes To Spinning With Jenn At Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club This Morning ~ Mom had a great Spin class with Jenn this morning at the Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club. It was a very challenging ride with a great new playlist! Mom Goes To Warm Yoga With Kate This Afternoon ~ Mom had a great Warm Yoga practice with Kate this afternoon. She really needed her yoga practice with Karmic Kate today. Tracy Wears Her Wrist Splints For Three Hours Again Today ~ Tracy wore her wrist splints for three hours today. Wilmene is doing a good job making sure that Tracy maintains good wrist alignment. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Tracy had a great Physical Therapy session this evening with Marcus. He was very pleased with Tracy's head and trunk control, as well as her range of motion. He is already seeing some improvement with the 800 units of Botox on board, and said that Tracy had an excellent therapy session. Mom, Dad, Mamaw & Tracy Watch Suits This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, Mamaw and Tracy watched Suits this evening. It is one of Mom and Dad's favorite shows! They also watched Mistresses which Mom tivoed from last Monday. Daily OM: Growing Pains : Difficult Times ~

Wednesday, July 23, 2014 ~ Mamaw Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For New Orleans ~ Dad took Mamaw to the Miami Airport for her return flight to New Orleans. Two weeks sure went by fast, and she seemed to have a really good time even though the weather was not cooperative to go out on the boat. Mom Takes Luca To Broward Vet Specialists To See Dr. Seaman This Morning ~ Mom brought Luca to see Dr. Seaman, a ver internal medicine specialist recommended by Dr. Stevens. She did a whole host of tests inlcuding an abdominal ultrasound and took labs to determine if there was an infectious component to Luca's illness. She believes it is a spontaneous autoimmune hemolytic anemia which is causing his hematocrit to go down from 45 to 29 in a matter of days. Apparently shih-tzus are prone to this syndrome. They have a donor dog on call in case he needs a blood transfusion. She also started Luca on IV fluids and meds, and will have some oral meds compounded for later use. Luca will be spending the night at the hospital until he shows some improvement. Tracy Wears Her Wrist Splints For Three Hours Today ~ Tracy is doing a good job tolerating her wrist splints for several hours today. They are helping to maintain her range of motion and functional positioning. We are already seeing improvement from the Botox injections on Monday according to Tracy's Physical Therapist. Marcus Comes To Do Tracy's Physical Therapy Session This Afternoon ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He began with trunk and head control exercises on the therapy bench in front of the full length mirror. She is really working hard during her sessions, and improving little by little each day. The Botox seems to have made a difference in her range of motion of her shoulders and her arms. Her hands have shown some improvement. The full effect can be seen around six weeks post treatment. Daily OM : Life As It Is : Making Life Work For You ~

Tuesday, July 22, 2014 ~ Luca Spends The Day At Acacia Animal Hospital ~ Luca spent the day at the Acacia Animal Hospital with Dr. Stevens. He had more blood drawn and also an EKG. They started him on doxycycline and prednisone as well as a medication for acid reflux prevention. Mom Returns Home This Evening From New York City ~ Mom had a great trip home from Laguardia; Dad ended up buying her a one-way ticket home because the flight was totally booked. Aunt Diane Takes Mamaw To The Hair Salon This Afternoon ~ Aunt Diane took Mamaw to the hair salon and then to lunch at the Red Fox Diner for lunch. They had a nice time, and Mom was totally appreciative of Diane's assistance. Marcus Comes To Do Tracy's Physical Therapy Session This Afternoon ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He began with trunk and head control exercises on the therapy bench in front of the full length mirror. She is really working hard during her sessions, and improving little by little each day. Daily OM : The Power Of The Circle: Uniting In Thought & Action ~

Monday, July 21, 2014 ~ Mom & Uncle Johnny Ride Bikes In Central Park This Morning ~ Mom and Uncle Johnny went for a long bike ride around Central Park this morning. It was so nice with temperatures in the 70's and low humidity. They walked for about 30 miles all around Manhattan, exploring the Metropolitan Museum of Art and other historic sites. It was so much fun! The view from the garden on top of the Met is really awesome. What a great city! They ended up back at Rockerfellar Center this evening and were so tired that they split a tunafish sub at Subway for dinner! Of course they saved room for some delicious hazelnut gelato for their walk home! Luca Is Not Looking Any Better Today ~ Mom got the Luca update and was not happy to hear that he was looking worse today! He was not eating well and was very lethargic. Mom asked Dad to take Luca back to the vet tomorrow morning. They arranged for Luca to spend Tuesday with Dr. Stevens where they would draw more blood, do an EKG and observe him. Mom returns home tomorrow, and will follow-up with Dr. Stevens. Daily OM : The Power Of Union: Entering Into Partnership ~

Sunday, July 20, 2014 ~ Mom & Uncle Johnny Go To New York City This Morning ~ Dad took Mom and Uncle Johnny to the Miami International Airport for their flight into Laguardia this morning. Mom is going for less than 48 hours, a short trip. We had to buy Uncle Johnny a ticket but Mom struck it lucky and was the last one on the plane. She was at the back of the bus, by the lavatory but nonetheless, she got a seat! Dad Takes Luca To Acacia Animal Hospital This Morning ~ Dad took Luca to the vet again this morning since he wasn't looking any better, and in fact was looking a little worse. They gave him some subcutaneous fluid and an antibiotic shot. Hopefully, we will know what is up soon. Mom & Uncle Johnny Go To See A Broadway Matinee Show: A Gentleman's Guide To Love & Murder ~ Mom and Uncle Johnny really enjoyed the broadway matinee: A Gentleman's Guide To Love & Murder! It was so funny with great acting and special effects. After dinner, Mom and Uncle Johnny went to Sardi's for dinner. This is such a cool place, with movie star charicatures all over the walls. Mom is really excited for Uncle Johnny's Manhattan apartment. She really hopes she can return to Manhattan for the foliage in the Fall. Mom & Uncle Johnny Go Up To The Top Of The Rock This Evening ~ Mom and Uncle Johnny went up to the top of the Rock this evening. What a beautiful, clear evening with an awesome view of the city from the 68th floor of 30 Rockerfellar Center. Daily OM : Remembering The Moment: Enjoying Life ~

Saturday, July 19, 2014 ~ Mom Takes Luca To Acacia Animal Hospital This Morning ~ Mom took Luca to Dr. Stevens this morning because he was appearing lethargic and not himself. He started acting funny yesterday, hiding in his crate and also in the curtains. Dr. Stevens took some blood to run for tests and did a physical exam. We will know more when the labs are back. Dad Goes To Bikram With Hillary This Morning At Boca Bikram Yoga ~ Dad had a great Bikram practice this morning with Hillary at Boca Bikram. Mom went to Layla's class at noon since she missed her morning practice. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning. Her skin is really glowing! Mom, Dad & Tracy Go To The Dave Matthews Band Concert This Evening At Cruzan Amphitheater In West Palm Beach ~ Mom, Dad and Tracy had a great time at the Dave Matthews Band concert at the Cruzan Amphitheater in West Palm Beach. He did the first set as an acoustic set and then the second one was his usual! It was a great concert! The encore was Mom's favorite song~ Grey Street! She would have bet $100 that this song would be the encore. Daily OM : Break The Grip Of Past Lovers: From The Break The Grip Of Past Lovers On-line Course ~

Friday, July 18, 2014 ~ Mom Goes To Veronica's Hot Yoga Flow Class This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great hot yoga flow practice this morning with Veronica at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. It was a great class, hot and humid, just the way Mom likes it. Uncle Johnny surprised us with egg sandwiches and lattes from Starbucks, which was just what the doctor ordered. It really tasted delicous especially since this was the first thing they ate all day; they were very hungry! Mom Takes Mamaw To The Hairdressers This Afternoon ~ Mom took Mamaw to the hairdressers this afternoon. She really loves Dede and getting her hair done! Ketteline Gives Tracy A Pedicure This Afternoon ~ Tracy got a nice pedicure this afternoon by Ketteline. She does such a good job with Tracy's nails! Mom Goes To The Barkan Level 1 Teacher Training Graduation This Evening ~ Mom went to the Barkan Level 1 Teacher Training graduation this evening at DBA Restaurant in Ft. Lauderdale. It was a really nice ceremony and brought back a lot of memories from her teacher training last year. Dad Works On His Take-home Final Exam For His MRO Recertification This Evening ~ Dad worked on his MRO Recertification Final Exam this evening. He finally finished it and submitted it for evaluation! Yay! He passed with flying colors! He is such a smartie pants! Daily OM : Opening To Understanding : Willingness To Feel ~

Thursday, July 17, 2014 ~ Mom Goes To Spinning With Jenn At Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club This Morning ~ Mom had a great Spin class with Jenn this morning at the Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club. It was a very challenging ride with a great new playlist! Tracy Wears Her Wrist Splints For Three Hours Again Today ~ Tracy wore her wrist splints for three hours today. Wilmene is doing a good job making sure that Tracy maintains good wrist alignment. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Tracy had a great Physical Therapy session this evening with Marcus. He was very pleased with Tracy's head and trunk control, as well as her range of motion. He is already seeing some improvement with the 800 units of Botox on board, and said that Tracy had an excellent therapy session. Mom, Dad, Mamaw & Tracy Watch Suits This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, Mamaw and Tracy watched Suits this evening. It is one of Mom and Dad's favorite shows! They also watched Mistresses which Mom tivoed from last Monday. Daily OM: Worth The Time : Meditating More When Our Plates Are Full ~

Wednesday, July 16, 2014 ~ Mom Goes To Keri's Hot Yoga Class This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a hot yoga flow practice with Keri at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. She really loves Keri's class; it is very challenging and the pace is perfect. Tracy Wears Her Wrist Splints For Three Hours Today ~ Tracy is doing a good job tolerating her wrist splints for several hours today. They are helping to maintain her range of motion and functional positioning. We are already seeing improvement from the Botox injections on Monday according to Tracy's Physical Therapist. Mom, Dad, Tracy, & Mamaw Go To The Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club For Pasta Night ~ Mamaw really enjoys pasta night at the Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club. It was exceptionally good this evening, with lots to choose from for pasta toppings from the chef. Daily OM : Shifting The Mood : Attitude Follows Perspective ~

Tuesday, July 15, 2014 ~ Mom Goes To Jimmy's Hot Vinyasa Yoga Practice This Morning At Barkan Hot Yoga Studio In Ft. Lauderdale ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa Yoga practice with Jimmy at Barkan Hot Yoga Studio in Ft. Lauderdale. It was such a nice detoxing flow; just what she needed! Mom Takes Mamaw To The Hairdressers This Afternoon ~ Mom took Mamaw to her hair appointment with Dede this afternoon. She goes twice a week to get her hair done. Marcus Comes To Do Tracy's Physical Therapy Session This Afternoon ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He began with trunk and head control exercises on the therapy bench in front of the full length mirror. She is really working hard during her sessions, and improving little by little each day. Daily OM : No Going Back: Every Step Is Forward ~

Monday, July 14, 2014 ~ Mom & Uncle Johnny Go To Spinning With Jenn At The Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club ~ Mom and Uncle Johnny had a great Spinning class with Jenn this morning at the Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club. It was an amazing class as always, with a great new playlist. Tracy Wears Her Yoga Toes For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Tracy wore her Yoga Toes for one hour this afternoon. Mom might need to borrow them for her toes. Mom, Tracy, Dad & Ketteline Go To Doral For Tracy's Botox This Afternoon ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy and Ketteline take Tracy to the Design Neuroscience Center for 800 units of Botox this afternoon. Mom and Dad had to bring 400 units with them that they ordered from Canada to add to the 400 units that Dr. Rubin provided. It cost Tracy $1,550 for 400 units! Obamacare at its best! Not! We hope that she has more improvement in her range of motion, especially in her hands and wrist and pectorals, with her increased dose of Botox. Daily OM : Laboring Under A Label: Turn It Around ~

Sunday, July 13, 2014 ~ Tracy Does Not Have Her Hippotherapy Session This Morning With Susan At Bit-By-Bit At Sand & Spurs In Pompano Beach ~ Susan was off again this Sunday so Tracy did not have her Hippotherapy session today. We'll try again next Sunday, weather permitting. Mom Takes The Day Off From Hot Yoga To Spend The Day With Tiffany, Chris, Sean, Jaxon & Cecilia Jane ~ It felt great to take the day off from exercise and spend it relaxing with Tiffany and Chris and Chris' cousin Sean and his two beautiful children: Jaxon and Cecilia Jane. Uncle Johnny came to say Mass for all of us in memory of Papaw Snow's fifth anniversary of death. He brought hot dogs and buns for Chris and Sean to grill. The kids, big and little, really enjoyed the hot dogs for lunch! Tiffany, Chris, Sean, Jaxon & Cecilia Jane Go To Gumbo Limbo Nature Center This Afternoon ~ After Mass and hotdogs, the gang went to Gumbo Limbo Nature Center to see the turtles and fish. They really enjoyed seeing the turtles that are being rehabbed at the center. The kids loved all the exhibits: the reptiles, snakes, etc. Dad Returns From Chicago This Evening Around 7:30 PM ~ Mom was so happy that Dad was able to get on an earlier flight from Chicago this evening to spend some time with Chris and Tiffany, who leave bright and early tomorrow morning. Mom, Dad, Tiffany & Chris Hang Out In The Hot Tub This Evening ~ It felt so good to spend a little time relaxing in the hot tub this evening, especially after such a long flight from Chicago. Mom, Dad, Tiffany, Chris & Mamaw Order Dinner From Bonefish Mac's This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, CHris, Tiffany and Mamaw enjoyed dinner from Bonefish Mac's this evening. They tried to order from Houstons but they were too busy for takeout orders this evening. What a bummer! They have the best Ahi Tuna and Sirloin Steak salads! Daily OM : Remembering The Moment: Enjoying Life ~

Saturday, July 12, 2014 ~ Mom & Tiffany Head To North Beach Village For Mom's Yoga Class ~ Mom and Tiffany got to North Beach Village early enough to take a walk to the beach. It was a beautiful morning and Mom was so happy to have Tiffany take her class. Mom Teaches Yoga This Morning At North Beach Village ~ Mom taught a great class at North Beach Village this morning. There were three guys and Tiffany, a great group out in the Zen Garden. Mom loves teaching yoga and is getting more and more comfortable adjusting and teaching off her mat. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Dee This Afternoon ~ Tracy did a good job with her Physical Therapy session this afternoon. Dee stretched and ranged all of Tracy's major muscle groups this afternoon, and then it was time to transfer Tracy to the therapy ball to work on her head and trunk control and strengthening exercises. Tracy is working hard and doing a good job with her head control. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning. Her skin is really glowing! Mom, Chris & Tiffany Hang Out In The Pool & Hot Tub This Afternoon ~ Mom, Chris and Tiffany had a fun day outside in the pool and hot tub! They had some nice weather, with lots of sunshine and not too much humidity! Chris Barbecues Steaks & Veggies This Evening ~ Chris did a good job barbecuing ribeyes steaks and roasting veggies while Mom made a garden salad. Everything was really delish! They watched the soccer game and relaxed after dinner while the kids played with their games on the Ipad. Daily OM : Find True Love In 27 Days: From Find True Love In 27 Days On-line Course ~

Friday, July 11, 2014 ~ Dad Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For Dallas For His Meeting ~ Dad left bright and early this morning for his meeting in Dallas. He will fly from Dallas to Chicago this evening for his MRO recertification course. Mom Goes To Veronica's Hot Yoga Flow Class This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great hot yoga flow practice this morning with Veronica at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. It was a really good class, hot and humid. Mom Takes Mamaw To The Beauty Salon This Afternoon ~ Mom took Mamaw to the beauty salon for her hair appointment with De De. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Manicure This Afternoon ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a manicure this afternoon. It is always nice when Tracy has a spa day! Wilmene Shapes Tracy's Brows This Afternoon ~ Wilmene shaped Tracy's brows this afternoon. She does such a good job with her brows! Tiffany & Chris Arrive In Ft. Lauderdale From DC This Evening ~ Tiffany and Chris arrived from DC this evening to spend the weekend with us. We are so excited to have them visiting us. Aunt Diane & Uncle Jeff Come By To Visit Us This Evening ~ Aunt Diane and Uncle Jeff came by to visit us this evening. It was nice to visit with them. Daily OM : Touch : Healing Our Bodies ~

Thursday, July 10, 2014 ~ Mom & Uncle Johnny Go To Spinning With Jenn At Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club This Morning ~ Mom and Uncle Johnny had a great Spinning class with Jenn this morning at the Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club. It was a very challenging ride with a great new playlist! Tracy Wears Her Wrist Splints For Three Hours Again Today ~ Tracy wore her wrist splints for three hours today. Wilmene is doing a good job making sure that Tracy maintains good wrist alignment. Mom Goes To The Level 1 Barkan Yoga Teacher Training At Ocean Sky Resort ~ Mom enjoyed helping out with the Level 1 Barkan Method Yoga Teacher Training at the Ocean Sky Resort this afternoon. It was fun to watch everyone going through their Surya Namaskar sequence teaching drill. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. She did a good job with head and trunk control, working with Marcus on the therapy bench in front of the mirror. Marcus works with Tracy on balance as well, and then he brings Tracy through a full passive range of motion sequence, to keep Tracy's major muscle groups in tip top shape. Mamaw Arrives This Evening From New Orleans ~ Mamaw arrived this evening from New Orleans. We are so happy to have her here visiting with us for two weeks. Mom Orders Dinner From Bonefish Mac's For Dinner This Evening ~ Mom ordered dinner from Bonefish Mac's this evening. It is always so good. Mom, Dad, Mamaw & Tracy Watch Suits This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, Mamaw and Tracy watched Suits this evening. It is one of Mom and Dad's favorite shows! They also watched Mistresses which Mom tivoed from last Monday. Daily OM: Keeping Things In Perspective : Mountains ~

Wednesday, July 9, 2014 ~ Dad Goes To Laguardia For His Monthly Meeting Bright & Early This Morning ~ Dad left bright and early this morning for his monthly meeting at Laguardia. He sure does have a long day when he flies to New York each month. Mom Goes To Jimmy's Hot Yoga Class This Morning At Barkan Method Hot Yoga Studio In Ft. Lauderdale ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga flow practice with Jimmy at Barkan Hot Yoga Studio in Ft. Lauderdale. She really enjoyed her practice, especially after she taught the same sequence last evening to the student trainees. Mom Goes To Yoga Teacher Training Clinic This Afternoon ~ Mom sat in on the yoga teacher training level 1 clinic this afternoon at the Ocean Sky resort. It was fun to clinic some of the floor poses and see the students go through their Eagle, Standing Head To Knee, and Bow poses. Tracy Wears Her Wrist Splints For Three Hours Today ~ Tracy is doing a good job tolerating her wrist splints for several hours today. They are helping to maintain her range of motion and functional positioning. Marcus Comes To Do Tracy's Physical Therapy Session This Afternoon ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He began with trunk and head control exercises on the therapy bench in front of the full length mirror. She is really working hard during her sessions, and improving little by little each day. Daily OM : An Incomplete Understanding : Feeling Lonely ~

Tuesday, July 8, 2014 ~ Mom Takes The Day Off From Hot Yoga Today ~ Mom took the day off from Hot Yoga to rest up for her class this evening. Mom Teaches The Hot Yoga Class This Afternoon For The Yoga Teacher Trainees At The Ocean Sky Resort ~ Mom taught the ninety minute Hot Yoga sequence to the Yoga Teacher Trainees this afternoon at the Ocean Sky resort. She really enjoyed teaching and felt like she was ready to take the leap to teach more yoga classes. They really loved the lemongrass and lavender infused cool face cloths and foot spray. Marcus Comes To Do Tracy's Physical Therapy Session This Afternoon ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He began with trunk and head control exercises on the therapy bench in front of the full length mirror. She is really working hard during her sessions, and improving little by little each day. Mom, Dad & Tracy Get Massages This Evening From Emily ~ Mom and Dad were so ready for their massages this evening with Emily! It was just what the doctor ordered, and Mom was long overdue (two months)! Daily OM : Offering Our Gifts: Community Responsibility ~

Monday, July 7, 2014 ~ Mom Goes To Jimmy's Hot Yoga Practice At The Barkan Method Of Hot Yoga In Ft. Lauderdale This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice at the Barkan Method of Hot Yoga in Ft. Lauderdale this morning. It was an amazing class as always, with lots of heat and humidity! It had been a year since she took this Hot Yoga sequence1 She definitely is glad that it is all coming back to her. Mom Goes To The Ocean Sky Resort For The Afternoon Clinic This Afternoon ~ Mom went out to the Ocean Sky resort for the afternoon clinic with the level 1 yoga teacher trainees. It was fun spending time with them and sure did bring back a lot of memories. Tracy Wears Her Yoga Toes For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Tracy wore her Yoga Toes for one hour this afternoon. Mom might need to borrow them for her toes. Mom, Dad, Tracy, & Ketteline Take Aunt Diane, Barbara, Doug, Alissa & Julia Out On The Boat This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy, Ketteline, Aunt Diane, Barbara, Doug, Alissa, and Julia go on the boat this evening for a cruise down the Intracoastal. It was so fun to catch up with old friends from 40 years ago! What a great time was had by all! Daily OM : Simple Serenity: Navel Meditation ~

Sunday, July 6, 2014 ~ Tracy Does Not Have Her Hippotherapy Session This Morning With Bit-By-Bit At Sand & Spurs In Pompano Beach ~ The weather did not permit Tracy's hippotherapy session to go on as planned this morning. There was a lot of thunder and lightning and it was not safe for her session. Looks like we will try again next time, weather permitting. Mom Goes To Emily's Alignment Workshop This Afternoon At Barkan Method Hot Yoga Studio In Ft. Lauderdale ~ Mom had a great time at Emily's alignment workshop at the Barkan Method Hot Yoga Studio in Ft. Lauderdale. She really learned a lot and enjoyed meeting some new friends. Mom & Dad Head For The Hot Tub This Evening ~ Mom and Dad headed for the hot tub later this evening. It was so nice to relax in the nice warm water. Daily OM : Freeing Up Energy: Healing What Hurts ~

Saturday, July 5, 2014 ~ Mom Goes To Keri's Hot Yoga Flow Class At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom went to Keri's Hot Yoga Flow class this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. It was a great class and just what she needed on this holiday weekend. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning. Her skin is really glowing! Mom Cancels Tracy's Physical Therapy With Dee Today ~ Mom cancelled Tracy's Physical Therapy with Dee today, since they were taking everyone out on the boat. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Wilmene, Chip, Guy, Dawn, Sophia, Isabella, Diane, Jeff, & Johnny Go On The Boat This Afternoon ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy, Wilmene, Chip, Guy, Dawn, Sophia, Isabella, Diane, Jeff and Johnny had a fun trip on the boat this afternoon. They were able to jump into Lake Boca and float on the rafts before the thunder and lightning struck. Uncle Johnny Says Mass For Us This Evening ~ Uncle Johnny said Mass for us this evening. It is so nice to have a priest in the family. Daily OM : Be Free From Unhealthy Relationships: From Be Free From Unhealthy Relationships On-line Course ~

Friday, July 4, 2014 ~ Happy Birthday USA & Rene' ~ Mom Goes To Veronica's Hot Yoga Flow Class This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great hot yoga flow practice this morning with Veronica at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. It was a really good class, hot and humid. Dad Goes To Bikram With Ron This Morning At Boca Bikram Yoga ~ Dad had a great Bikram practice this morning with Ron at Boca Bikram. He really does enjoy his Bikram yoga practice. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Join Uncle Johnny, Aunt Diane, Jeff, & The Musellas This Evening At Uncle Johnny's For Pizza, Salad, & Fireworks ~ Everyone had a fun evening at Uncle Johnny's for pizza, salad and fireworks. It was a beautiful lightshow, the best one yet. Daily OM : Ready For Change : Declaring Our Intentions ~

Thursday, July 3, 2014 ~ Happy Birthday Cousin Guy ~ Mom & Uncle Johnny Go To Spinning With Jenn At Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club This Morning ~ Mom and Uncle Johnny had a great Spinning class with Jenn this morning at the Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club. It was a very challenging ride with a great new playlist! Tracy Wears Her Wrist Splints For Three Hours Again Today ~ Tracy wore her wrist splints for three hours today. Wilmene is doing a good job making sure that Tracy maintains good wrist alignment. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. She did a good job with head and trunk control, working with Marcus on the therapy bench in front of the mirror. Marcus works with Tracy on balance as well, and then he brings Tracy through a full passive range of motion sequence, to keep Tracy's major muscle groups in tip top shape. Mom, Dad & Tracy Watch Suits This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched Suits this evening. It is one of Mom and Dad's favorite shows! They also watched Mistresses which Mom tivoed from last Monday. Daily OM: Culling Out The Weeds : Mind Over Matter ~

Wednesday, July 2, 2014 ~ Mom Goes To Jimmy's Hot Yoga Practice At Barkan Hot Yoga Studio In Ft. Lauderdale This Morning ~ Mom had a hot yoga flow practice with Jimmy at Barkan Hot Yoga Studio in Ft. Lauderdale. Mom & Ketteline Take Tracy To Boca Orthopedics For Kristin To Make A New Resting Hand Splint For Tracy's Right Hand This Afternoon ~ Mom and Ketteline brought Tracy to Kristin at Boca Orthopedics to get a new resting hand splint for her right hand. Kristin does such a good job with Tracy's resitng hand splints! Tracy Wears Her Wrist Splints For Three Hours Today ~ Tracy is doing a good job tolerating her wrist splints for several hours today. They are helping to maintain her range of motion and functional positioning. Daily OM : False Beliefs : Suffer & Sacrifice ~

Tuesday, July 1, 2014 ~ Mom's New Washer & Dryer Are Delivered This Morning From Sears ~ Mom was excited to get a new Whirlpool Duets HE washer and dryer this mornng. They are so nice, quiet, efficient, and even have a steam cycle. Mom Goes To Kate's Warm Yoga Practice This Afternoon At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Warm Yoga practice with Kate at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. It was such a nice detoxing flow; just what she needed! Marcus Comes To Do Tracy's Physical Therapy Session This Afternoon ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He began with trunk and head control exercises on the therapy bench in front of the full length mirror. She is really working hard during her sessions, and improving little by little each day. Mom, Dad & Tracy Watch Mistresses & 24: Live Another Day This Evening ~ Mom, Tracy and Dad watched Mom's two favorite summer shows this evening: Mistresses & 24: Live Another Day this evening! Thank goodness for Tivoe! The only other thing on is the FIFA World Cup Soccer 2014 from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil! USA! USA! Daily OM : Woman: Embracing Womanhood ~