Wednesday, March 31st, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Afternoon With Paige In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom went to Hot Yoga with Paige this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. Paige teaches such an inspiring and challenging class. She was subbing for Keri who was out of town for the holiday. Tracy Goes To The Podiatrist This Afternoon ~ Tracy had an appointment with Dr. D'Altilio at Lighthouse Point Foot and Ankle Center to treat her toe nail on her second toe. She filed down the nail. She is so gentle and does a great job. Greg Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Greg came by to stretch and range Tracy this evening. He stretched all of her major muscle groups and then Mom and Dad assisted Greg in getting Tracy quadriped over the peanut ball, so that she could weight bear through her hips, shoulders, and hands. Tracy tolerated 17 minutes on all fours. She did a great job, especially since it had been a while since she had been quadriped. .Mom & Dad Watch Their Favorite DVRed Programs This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched their favorite shows on DVR this evening. They watched one of Mom's favorite new shows: Parenthood. She is keeping her fingers crossed that this show stays on. 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: Promoting The Positive: Negative Pull ~

Tuesday, March 30th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Jenna At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great hot yoga practice this morning with Jenna at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. She teaches a very challenging class, which Mom loves. Dad Goes To Puerto Rico For The Day ~ Dad went to Puerto Rico for the day to see some patients. It was definitely a quick trip. Mom Has A Dentist Appointment At Dr. Camuccio's This Afternoon ~ Mom had a dentist appointment this afternoon at Dr. Camuccio's in Pompano. He did some impressions for Mom's NTI that she lost while she was sick with sinusitis. Maybe the dog ate it? Tracy Has Speech Therapy Today With Patty At Therapies 4 Kids ~ Tracy had Speech Therapy with Patty this afternoon at Therapies 4 Kids. She tried so hard, but had some difficulty swallowing the strawberry apple meltable that Patty gave her. Patty did oral stim with cold lemon and glycerin swabs and also a tongue depressor. Patty wants to start e-stim next week with Tracy, to see if this will help strengthen her swallowing. Dee Comes To Do Physical & Massage Therapy This Evening With Tracy ~ Dee came by this evening to do Physical and Massage Therapy with Tracy. After stretching and ranging all of Tracy's major muscle groups, Dee, Mom, & Tania got Tracy prone on the therapy mat. Dee stretched and ranged Tracy's hips while she was prone. She tolerated 23 minutes on her tummy. What a great stretch for Tracy! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch 24 This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy watched their favorite 24 this evening, which they DVRed. It is such a good show, Mom can't believe that this is their final season! 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: Capturing The Thrill: Do What Excites You ~

Monday, March 29th, 2010 ~ Happy Birthday Dad ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Paige This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice this morning with Paige at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was a great class, very hot and humid, and very challenging. Mom & Dad Go To Spa 950 At The Embassy Suites For A Couples Massage This Afternoon ~ Mom and Dad enjoyed a Couples Massage at Spa 950 at the Embassy Suites in Deerfield Beach. It was storming so badly that they weren't able to enjoy the beach and the pool, however, their massages were great, just what they needed. Tania Stays With Tracy While Mom & Dad Go Out To Dinner At The Sea Watch Restaurant In Ft. Lauderdale ~ Mom and Dad had a great dinner at the Sea Watch this evening. It was a full moon and they watched it come up over the ocean. What a surprise when the waitress told Dad that Tiffany and Tracy surprised them with dinner for his birthday! Mom & Dad Watch Dancing With The Stars & Castle This Evening ~ Mom and Dad enjoyed relaxing and catching up on their favorite television shows 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 Boundaries Of Experience: Expanding Your Comfort Zone ~

Sunday, March 28th, 2010 ~ Tracy Goes To Hippotherapy This Afternoon At Bit-By-Bit Therapy Center In Parkland With Susan ~ Tracy had the best Hippotherapy session yet with Susan at Bit-By-Bit Therapy Center in Parkland. She demonstrated good trunk control, and did much better holding up her head this week. The weather cooperated, the sun was shining, and there was a consistent breeze. Guess that is why they called Tracy's quarterhorse Breezy! Dad Puts On Tracy's Wrist Splints For Two Hours This Afternoon ~ Dad put on Tracy's wrist splints for two hours this afternoon. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To Dinner With Nana, Uncle Johnny, Aunt Diane, Jeff, & Nadesha This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy met Nana, Uncle Johnny, Aunt Diane, Jeff, and Nadesha this evening at Flakowitz in Boynton Beach. They had the best spinach salads and it was fun to all be together. After dinner, everyone went to Jeff's new house in Boynton Beach to have ice cream cake for Fanancy's birthday tomorrow. It was a nice 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: Valuable Information: The Message Of Pain ~

Saturday, March 27th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Noah ~ Mom went to Hot Yoga this morning with Noah. He teaches such a challenging class and it was really hot and humid. What a great class! Dad Goes To His Bikram Yoga Class This Morning ~ Dad went to his Bikram Hot Yoga class this morning in Boca Raton. It was a very hot and challenging class. Tracy Gets A Facial This Morning By Wilmene ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning! She really loves her facials and Saturday spa days. Mom & Dad Go To The West Palm Beach Boat Show This Afternoon ~ Mom and Dad went for a ride to the West Palm Beach Boat Show this afternoon. It was a beautiful day with lots of sunshine, a cool breeze, and low humidity. There were so many beautiful boats to look at. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To Mass This Evening At St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy went to 4:30 PM Mass this afternoon at St. Pauls in Lighthouse Point. Mom & Dad Watch Their Favorite Shows On DVR ~ Mom and Dad watched their favorite episodes that they DVRed. They also watched their usual Fox Huckabee, Hannity, & O'Reilly Factor. 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: Personal Harmony: Balance ~

Friday, March 26th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Her Pilates Circuit Class This Morning With Christine & Lori ~ Mom went to her Pilates Circuit class with Christine and Lori this morning. It was a great class, and Christine had Mom and Lori jump on the reformer for 18 minutes! It was such a strenuous cardiovascular workout. Christine worked Mom and Lori on the tower, which is Mom's favorite. She loves the monkey stretches! Tracy Is Sleeping Much Better ~ Tracy is finally catching up on her sleep now that she is able to breathe. Mom & Dad Grill Swordfish Steaks & Fresh Veggies For Dinner This Evening ~ Mom and Dad had a delicious grilled swordfish steak this evening with fresh vegetables (asparagas, zucchini and yellow squash). Since it is Friday during Lent, they are not allowed to eat meat. 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: Earth Chakras : Caretaking The Soul Of Gaia ~

Thursday, March 25th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Elisa's Hot Yoga Class This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice with Elisa at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was a perfect temperature with lots of humidity. Patty Postpones Tracy's Speech Therapy Until Next Week ~ Patty recommended that Tracy wait until next week to make sure she is all better for Speech Therapy! Greg Cancels Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Greg cancelled Tracy's Physical Therapy this evening. Tania Does Tracy's Neck Strengthening Exercises This Evening ~ Tania worked with Tracy on her neck strengthening exercises for 20 minutes this evening. She works so hard with Tracy! Tania Massages & Stretches Tracy's Hands, Wrists, Feet & Ankles This Evening ~ Tania massaged and stretched Tracy's ankles, feet, wrist and hands this evening. She really takes such good care of Tracy! Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga In Boca Raton This Evening ~ Dad went to his Bikram Yoga practice this evening in Boca Raton. He really enjoys his yoga practice. 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: Creating Your Family's Reality: Family Planning ~

Wednesday, March 24th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Keri At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice with Keri this afternoon at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. She teaches such a challenging class, and the temperature was perfect. Mom Stays To Do The Express Traditional Hot Yoga Class With Liz This Morning ~ Mom stayed for the second Hot Yoga class with Liz, which is an Express Traditional yoga classs. It was great! Aunt Diane Reads To Tracy This Afternoon ~ Aunt Diane came over this afternoon to read to Tracy. Tracy really was engaged and even laughed at Aunt Diane. She shook her head No and blinked Yes to some of her questions. It was a really good experience. Aunt Diane took the dogs for a walk around the block too. Tania Takes Tracy For A Walk Around The Neighborhood This Afternoon ~ Tania took Tracy for a walk around the neighborhood this afternoon. It was a beautiful sun shiney day! Jimmy Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy's This Afternoon ~ Jimmy came and stretched and ranged Tracy this afternoon on the therapy table. He spent 90 minutes stretching and ranging all of Tracy's major muscle groups. He does such a good job stretching even the tiniest muscles, for example, Tracy's fingers and toes. Mom & Dad Watch DVRed Programs From Last Weekend ~ Mom and Dad watched their favorite shows on DVR this evening. They watched one of Mom's favorite new shows: Parenthood. She is keeping her fingers crossed that this show stays on. 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: The Ultimate Authority: Using Our Own Minds ~

Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Get Her Blood Drawn This Morning At Quest Lab In Pompano ~ Mom went to Quest Lab in Pompano this morning to get her fasting blood work done for her annual physical. Tracy Is Back At Speech Therapy This Afternoon With Patty At Therapies 4 Kids ~ Tracy returned to Speech Therapy with Patty this afternoon at Therapies 4 Kids. She had a few swallows but is not where she was before she got sick. Guess sometimes it is two steps forward and one step back! Dee Cancels Physical & Massage Therapy This Evening ~ Dee had to cancel Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening due to a work schedule conflict. Greg Does Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Greg came by to do stretching with Tracy on the therapy mat. He stretched and ranged all of her major muscle groups! Dad Goes To Bikram Hot Yoga This Evening In Boca Raton ~ Dad went to Bikram Hot Yoga in Boca Raton this evening. He sure does love his yoga practice. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch NCIS & NCIS LA This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy watch their favorite NCIS and NCIS LA shows 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: Short Getaways: Taking A Day Trip ~

Monday, March 22nd, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Paige This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom enjoyed Hot Yoga this morning with Paige at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. Today starts the 60-day challenge, during which Mom has to complete 45 classes to accomplish her goal. Keep your fingers crossed! Mom Has A Dentist Appointment This Afternoon At Dr. Camuccio's ~ Mom had her 6-month cleaning and check-up this afternoon with Dr. Camuccio this afternoon. They do such a good job and are very gentle. Tania Puts Tracy's Yogitoes On Her Feet To Stretch Her Toes This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's Yogitoes on this evening to help stretch her toes out. Tania Works With Tracy On Her Neck Strengthening Exercises ~ Tania worked with Tracy on her neck strengthening exercises for almost twenty minutes this evening. Mom & Dad Watch Dancing With The Stars This Evening ~ Mom and Dad enjoyed watching the season's premier of Dancing With The Stars this evening. Mom likes Nichole from the Pussy Cat Dolls the best. She is a natural! 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: Demolishing Anger's Walls: Resentment ~

Sunday, March 21st, 2010 ~ Happy Vernal Equinox! ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Veronica & Live Music By Richard Brookings At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great hot yoga practice this morning with Veronica and Live Music by Richard Brookings. It was so special and Mom really enjoyed the bamboo flutes and the Bali Pots. He has such a special gift, and the music flowed with Veronica's teaching! What a great way tocelebrate the first day of Spring. Tracy Is Feeling A Lot Better Today ~ Tracy finished her Amoxicillin, Guaifenesin, and Zyrtec today and seems to be feeling more like herself. Her pulse oximitry readings are 97 percent and higher and she is breathing so much better. We hope to resume Speech Therapy this week, after a month off due to illness. Tracy Goes To Hippotherapy Today After A Month Off Due To Illness ~ Tracy had her Hippotherapy session today with Susan at Bit-By-Bit Therapeutic Riding Center in Parkland. She demonstrated good trunk control, but did not want to hold her head up. The weather cooperated, and the sun came out once we got Tracy on Breezy! She was pulling forward, and it was difficult for Susan and Dad to hold Tracy up today. Maybe the wind was making Tracy pull her head down. The weather cooperated, and the sun came out once we got Tracy on Breezy! Mom & Dad Get A Much-Needed Massage By Fred This Afternoon ~ Mom and Dad enjoyed a great Swedish massage this evening by Fred. He definitely has magical hands, and was able to get all of the knots out of Mom's shoulders and upper back. Mom & Dad Watch Desperate Housewives This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched Desperate Housewives this evening. Thank goodness for DVR! Mom missed Brothers & Sisters this evening. Guess it will be back on next week. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Fox & CNN All Evening About The Healthcare Reform Bill ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy watched Fox and CNN news all evening, and saw the House approve the new Healthcare Reform Bill. Wow! History in the making. Everyone is wondering what will happen now? 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 Awakening: Rippling & Tipping ~

Saturday, March 20th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Noah ~ Mom went to Hot Yoga this morning with Noah. He teaches such a challenging class and it was really hot and humid. What a great class! Tracy Gets A Facial This Morning By Wilmene ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning! She really loves her facials and Saturday spa days. Mom & Dad Take A Boat Ride This Afternoon ~ Mom and Dad took a short boat ride this afternoon in the Seadoo. Dad was going about ten miles per hour in a no wake manatee zone and we got pulled over by the Hillsboro Police, and he gave us a ticket for speeding. Can you believe that? Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To Mass This Evening At St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy went to 4:30 PM Mass this afternoon at St. Pauls in Lighthouse Point. Mom & Dad Watch Their Favorite Shows On DVR ~ Mom and Dad watched their favorite episodes that they DVRed. They also watched their usual Fox Huckabee, Hannity, & O'Reilly Factor. 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: Feeling Our Life: Finding Our Life's Work ~

Friday, March 19th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Her Pilates Circuit Class This Morning With Christine & Lori ~ Mom went to her Pilates Circuit class with Christine and Lori this morning. She is feeling a lot better, although she is still coughing a little. Mom Catches Up On Her Solar Power This Afternoon ~ Mom enjoyed some sunshine and fresh air this afternoon on the patio by the pool. It was such a beautiful day, and she added to her Vitamin D stores. She even fell asleep in the sunshine! What a treat! It was the first time she was able to relax in a very long time. Mom even relaxed in the hot tub today. It took four hours to heat up. Looks like the heater is broken and needs to be replaced. Mom will call American Home Shield to get it checked out. Tracy Is Sleeping Much Better ~ Tracy is finally catching up on her sleep now that she is able to breathe. Mom & Dad Grill Salmon & Zucchini & Yellow Squash For Dinner This Evening ~ Mom and Dad had a delicious grilled salmon dinner this evening with fresh vegetables (zucchini and yellow squash). Since it is Friday during Lent, they are not allowed to eat meat. 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: Messengers From The Wilderness : Weeds ~

Thursday, March 18th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Emily's Hot Yoga Class This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom is so grateful to be back to her Hot Yoga schedule. This morning, Emily subbed for Elisa. It was the first time Mom took one of Emily's classes. It was fun! Patty Postpones Tracy's Speech Therapy Until Next Week ~ Patty recommended that Tracy wait until next week to make sure she is all better for Speech Therapy! Tracy Is Finally Feeling Better After Her Virus ~ Tracy is starting to feel a little better after her three-week respiratory virus. She is still on Amoxicillin, Zyrtec, and Guaifenesin. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watched The Two-Hour Episode Of Flash Forward This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched Flash Forward, the two-hour episode to catch up their viewers for the season's premier. This is another great show and one of Mom's new favorites. 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 Creation Ground Of Experience: Thoughts ~

Wednesday, March 17th, 2010 ~ Happy St. Patrick's Day! ~ Tracy's Pulse Ox Goes Down & Mom Gives Her Oxygen Via Nasal Cannula With Her Oxygen Concentrator ~ Mom gave Tracy 3 liters of O2 via nasal cannuula with her oxygen concentrator this morning. She is still on her medications: Amoxicillin, Zyrtec, and Guaifenesin.Dad Did NOT Go To Puerto Rico Today Because He Is Still Congested ~ Dad postponed his trip to Puerto Rico today because he is still congested. We hope he gets better soon! Mom & Dad Have Jewish Chicken Matzo Ball Soup Again For Dinner This Evening ~ Mom and Dad are still enjoying the yummy Jewish matzo ball chicken soup that Uncle Johnny brought them. It does wonders for a cold and stuffy head. There is enough to eat it every night for a week and still have leftovers! Greg Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Greg came by to stretch and range Tracy on the therapy table this evening. He stretched all of her major muscle groups and thought that she felt pretty good, despite her missing therapy for several weeks while sick. Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Afternoon With Jenna In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom went to Hot Yoga with Jenna this afternoon at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. She guided us through a really challenging practice. It was the first time Mom had a class with Jenna. She was like the Everready Energizer bunny! She keeps going and going and going! Mom & Dad Watch DVRed Programs From Last Weekend ~ Mom and Dad watched their favorite shows on DVR this evening. They watched one of Mom's favorite new shows: Parenthood. She is keeping her fingers crossed that this show stays on. 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: An Inner Choice: Peace ~

Tuesday, March 16th, 2010 ~ Happy Birthday Cousin Chip! ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Jenn At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great hot yoga practice this morning with Jenna at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. Dad Stays Home From Work Today With A Bad Head & Chest Cold ~ Dad is home sick from work with Mom's head and chest cold. He is coughing and has a sexy raspy voice; no fever thank goodness! Mom Cancels Tracy's Speech Therapy Today Since Tracy Is Still Coughing ~ Tracy is feeling a lot better, however, Mom decided to cancel Tracy's Speech Therapy this afternoon since she is still coughing. She is breathing much better since Mom stopped her breathing treatments last Thursday, however, she is still coughing. We'll try again on Thursday for Speech Therapy with Patty at Therapies 4 Kids. Mom Gets The Washing Machine Fixed This Afternoon ~ Mom was very happy that Tony from AAA Allbrands Appliance came by to fix the washing machine! We can not survive without a washer and a dryer, since we do a minimum of two loads a day! Dee Comes To Do Physical & Massage Therapy This Evening With Tracy ~ Dee came by this evening to do Physical and Massage Therapy with Tracy. We are so glad that he is feeling better too, after his bad cold. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch NCIS & NCIS LA This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy watch their favorite NCIS and NCIS LA shows 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 Body Is Natural: Physical Intuitiveness ~

Monday, March 15th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Paige This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom finally went back to Hot Yoga this morning with Paige at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It had been 11 days since she had been to hot yoga and it was a very humbling experience. Mom could not believe how hard the class was, and how much strength and flexibility she had lost since her last practice! She hopes to be back to her pre-illness self soon! Mom Postpones Tracy's Pediasuit Therapy ~ Mom postpones Tracy's Pediasuit session until flu season is over, maybe in June! Tracy Is Starting To Feel Better After Her Flu Illness ~ Tracy is still coughing but seems to be feeling a lot better after her flu illness. Dad Is Coughing & Seems To Have Mom's Flu ~ Dad now has the flu and came home early from work. Uncle Johnny Brings Us Some Delicious Jewish Matza Ball Chicken Soup For Dinner This Evening ~ Mom and Dad enjoyed some delicious Jewish Matzo Ball Chicken Soup that Uncle Johnny bought from Flakowicz! It was so yummy! Just what the doctor ordered! Mom Heads To Publix To Get Some Groceries ~ It felt good to finally go to Publix after 11 days to restock the refrigerator and cupboards with fresh food! Amen! Mom Goes To Get A Much-Needed Pedicure & Manicure This Afternoon ~ Uncle Johnny surprised Mom at Boca Nails with a Chai Tea Latte and treated her to a manicure and a pedicure. What a nice surprise! She feels a lot better now with like-new feet and hands! Mom & Dad Watch 24 and Brothers & Sisters This Evening ~ Mom and Dad enjoyed relaxing and catching up on their favorite television shows 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: Finding Your Joy: Be Happy Every Single Day ~

Sunday, March 14th, 2010 ~ Mom Cancels Tracy's Hippotherapy This Afternoon Because Tracy & Dad Are Still Sick With The Flu ~ Dad and Tracy are still sick with a bad head and chest cold so Mom cancelled Tracy's Hippotherapy session this afternoon. We'll try again next Sunday! Hopefully, Tracy will feel better by next week! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Rest & Heal Today ~ Everyone rested today and tried to get better after a long several weeks of illness. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch The Hurtlocker This Afternoon ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy watched the Academy Award winning movie: The Hurtlocker this afternoon. It was sad, but a good movie! Mom & Dad Watch Desperate Housewives This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched Desperate Housewives this evening. They fell asleep before Brothers & Sisters! Thank goodness for tivo! 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: Tending The Emotions: Having A Breakdown ~

Saturday, March 13th, 2010 ~ Happy Birthday Papa John ~ RIP ~ Mom Misses Hot Yoga This Morning With Noah ~ Mom missed another Hot Yoga class this morning with Noah. She is still sick with a bad chest and head cold. Tracy Gets A Facial This Morning By Wilmene ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning! She really loves her facials and Saturday spa days. Dad Takes Mom To Her Hair Appointment In Lake Worth This Afternoon ~ Dad drove Mom to her hair appointment @thehairnet in Lake Worth. Mom really needed to get out of the house. It had been 11 days since she left the house (other than going to the doctor). Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To Mass This Evening At St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy went to 4:30 PM Mass this afternoon at St. Pauls in Lighthouse Point. It had been since Ash Wednesday since they had been to church. Aunt Diane Brings Delicious Matzo Ball Chicken Soup From Flakowicz This Evening ~ Mom and Dad enjoyed some delicious Jewish chicken soup with matzo balls this evening. It was so good and just what the doctor ordered. 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: Cause, Effect, & Transformation: Feeling Depleted ~

Friday, March 12th, 2010 ~ Mom Misses Her Pilates Circuit Class This Morning With Christine & Dawn ~ Mom missed her Pilates Circuit class with Christine and Lori this morning. She is so sick and tired of being sick and tired. Mom Cancels Tracy's Pediasuit Therapy Today With Lenny At Therapies 4 Kids ~ Tracy is still sick and so Mom canceled her Pediasuit therapy with Lenny today at Therapies 4 Kids. She is still congested, coughing and not feeling herself Her last breathing treatment (Xopinex) was yesterday. She is still coughing but maintaining 95% and above pulse ox readings. Mom Is Still Sick On The Couch ~ Mom is still very sick and sleeping on the couch because she is coughing all night long. She hopes to be better soon. This has been going on for one month! She is still taking augmentin and Clarinex-D. Mom, Dad & Tracy Cancel Going To The Michael Buble' Concert This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy cancelled the Michael Buble' concert and gave the tickets to Chip and Eileen and Lenny and Laura. Mom, Dad, and Tracy are too sick to go! Everyone had a great time! 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: Cleansing The Heart Of Your Existence : Nine Ways To Have A Healthy Home ~

Thursday, March 11th, 2010 ~ Mom Is Still Sick On The Couch ~ Mom is still sick on the couch, with a really bad cough and chest congestion. She is still on augmentin and Clarinex-D. We are hoping that she starts to feel better soon. Tracy Still Has A Cough & Chest Congestion ~ Tracy is still congested and coughing. She still has a rattle in her chest. Mom called Dr. Williams yesterday, and she is due to come by to check on Tracy this afternoon. Dr. Williams Comes To Check On Tracy This Afternoon ~ Dr. Williams came by to check on Tracy this afternoon. She listened to her lungs and said that she sounded and looked much better. She ordered ten days of Amoxicillin (3 times a day) and Zyrtec once a day at bedtime. Tracy Has Her Last Xopenex Breathing Treatment Today ~ Tracy had her last Xopenex breathing treatment today. She is breathing a lot better and is not desatting like before. Her pulse ox has remained above 95% for most of the time. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Grey's Anatomy This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched Grey's Anatomy this evening. They fell asleep before they watched Private Practice. 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 Spirit Of A Place: Visiting Sacred Sites ~

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010 ~ Mom Misses Hot Yoga Again This Morning In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom is still feeling sick and decided not to go to Hot Yoga again this morning with Keri at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. She really misses her morning practice when she is unable to attend. Dad Goes To NYC This Morning For His Monthly Meeting At Laguardia ~ Dad went to his monthly meeting at Laguardia this morning in NYC. He returned this afternoon. Mom Gives Tracy Oxygen At 3 Liters With Her Oxygen Concentrator This Morning ~ Tracy began to desat to the low 90s this morning after Dad left for his trip to NYC this morning at 4:30 AM. She gave her her Xopinex breathing treatment this morning at 9:15 AM and she seemed much better. Mom Is Still Camping Out On The Couch & Coughing All Night Long ~ Mom is still not feeling well and is spending all her time on the couch. She is sick of being sick! She has been sleeping on the couch all week long, because she is coughing all night long. Tracy Is Still Getting Xopinex Breathing Treatments Every 12 Hours ~ Tracy is doing better but still requiring Xopenex breathing treatments and guaifenesin expectorant. 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: Anything Can Be Overcome: Hope In Hardship ~

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010 ~ Mom Is Still Sick On The Couch ~ Mom has been still sleeping on the couch because she is coughing all night long. She is still not feeling well. She spent the day working on her Nursing CEUs for her license renewal this July. Mom Cancels Speech Therapy With Patty This Week At Therapies 4 Kids ~ Tracy was still congested and not feeling well, so Mom cancelled her Speech Therapy session with Patty for the week. Dee Cancels Tracy's Therapy This Evening Due To A Head Cold ~ Dee is feeling bad too, with a head and chest cold and had to cancel Tracy's therapy this evening. Dad Goes To Bikram Hot Yoga In Boca Raton This Evening ~ Dad had a good Bikram Yoga practice this evening at Bikram Yoga College of India in Boca Raton. He really enjoys his practice. Mom & Dad Watch NCIS This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched NCIS this evening! They tivoed NCIS LA to watch at a later time. 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: The Good In All: Looking Deeply ~

Monday, March 8th, 2010 ~ Mom Is Still Sick & Goes To See Dr. Quareshi This Morning ~ Mom went to see Dr. Quareshi this morning since she is not getting any better. He diagnosed her with sinusitis and bronchitis and prescribed Augmentin for ten days and Clarinex-D for six days. She is so sick and tired of being sick and tired. Tracy Is Still Getting Xopinex Breathing Treatments Every 12 Hours ~ Tracy's Xopinex breathing treatments have been reduced from every 8 hours to every 12 hours. She is tolerating them well and has been coughing productively after her chest PT. Tracy Has Been Tolerating 4 Ounces Of Papaya & 4 Ounces Of Cranberry Juice Added To Her Vita Veta ~ Tracy has been getting 4 ounces of Papaya and 4 ounces of Cranberry juice in her daily vitamin supplement to add some antioxidants to her diet. This week, Mom is adding 4 ounces of cranberry juice for additional nutrients. Mom Cancels Tracy's Pediasuit Therapy With Lenny At Therapies 4 Kids For The Week Due To Her Illness ~ Mom & Dad Watch 24 This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed their favorite action-packed show this evening: 24! 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: Gifts From The Universe: Accepting Your Family ~

Sunday, March 7th, 2010 ~ LuLu & Dad Get Tracy Ready For The Day This Morning ~ Mom was sick with a bad head cold and cough and Dad and LuLu got Tracy bathed and ready for the day while Mom was trying to survive on the couch! Dad took good care of his girls all day! Tracy seems to be feeling much better today. Mom Cancels Tracy's Hippotherapy This Afternoon ~ Mom cancelled Tracy's Hippotherapy this afternoon because Tracy is still not 100 percent. She needs another day of rest before she resumes her therapy next week. Tracy Is Still Getting Breathing Treatments Every Twelve Hours For Chest Congestion ~ Dad continues to give Tracy her breathing treatments so she can recover quickly. She is doing much better, and Dad decreased her frequency from every 8 to every 12 hours. Tracy's Chect X-ray Is Normal ~ Dr. Williams reported that Tracy's Chest X-ray was normal. Sounds like her congestion is in her upper respiratory tract. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Couples Retreat On Demand Today ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy enjoyed watching Couples Retreat this afternoon. What a funny movie! Mom loved the yoga scene! It was hilarious! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch The 82nd Academy Awards Special This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy watched the 82nd Academy Awards this evening. Mom was so happy for Kathryn Bigelow's Best Director Oscar for The Hurt Locker. It was the first time a woman was awarded an Oscar for Best Director. Congratulations to Sandra Bullock and Jeff Bridges for Best Actress and Actor. 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: Listening To Our Bodies: Illness Lessons ~

Saturday, March 6th, 2010 ~ Mom Skipped Her Hot Yoga Practice This Morning With Jessica ~ Mom skipped her hot yoga practice with Jessica this morning! She was feeling very congested and decided to save it up for this afternoon's Budokon workshop with Jason Mastrian. Tracy Gets A Facial This Morning By Wilmene ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning! She really loves her facials and Saturday spa days. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning With Cheryl At Bikram College of India In Boca Raton ~ Dad had a great Bikram yoga practice this morning in Boca Raton. He sure does love his Bikram Yoga practice. Dad Picks Up Crab Cakes & Chicken Wings From Bonefish Macs This Evening ~ Mom and Dad treated themselves to some bar food this evening from Bonefish Macs! Mom loves the hot wings. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch No Country For Old Men This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy watched the Netflix movie: No Country For Old Men this evening. What a strange movie! The ending was pretty ludicrous! 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: Everything You Do Matters: The Ripple Effect ~

Friday, March 5th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Pilates Circuit Class This Morning With Christine & Laurie ~ Mom had a great Pilates Circuit class with Christine and Laurie this morning at Wellness Motion in Pompano Beach. It was her fourth circuit class (there was only one other person). It was really hard and really fun! Mom is already feeling her abs, ouch! Her cold seems to be taking a turn for the worse again. Will this thing ever go away? Mom Cancels Tracy's Pediasuit Therapy Today With Lenny At Therapies 4 Kids ~ Tracy is still not 100 percent today, and so Mom canceled her Pediasuit therapy session with Lenny this afternoon. Mom Is Starting To Feel Bad Again ~ Mom's cold is seeming to resurface again this evening. She is hoping that she is not relapsing. She and Dad relaxed and watched Grey's Anatomy & Private Practice this evening that they tivoed from Thursday. Dad grilled some delicious salmon and tortellini for dinner. Mom could not smell nor taste it but Dad said it was really good. 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: As Good As Your Word : Promises ~

Thursday, March 4th, 2010 ~ Laverne Comes At 9:30 This Morning To Help Wilmene With Tracy's Morning Routine ~ Laverne came late this morning to help Wilemene with Tracy's morning routine. It seems that the agency told Laverne the wrong time. Mom Finally Goes To Hot Vinyasa Yoga This Morning With Elisa At Awaken Hot Yoga ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa Yoga Practice this morning with Elisa at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was such a nice class, warm and toasty and just what she needed. She is finally feeling a lot better after three weeks with this crazy cold. Mom Cancels Tracy's Speech Therapy With Rose This Afternoon ~ Tracy is still congested, so Mom cancelled her Speech Therapy session today. Patty is still away in Denver, so Tracy is getting a break to heal. Mom, Dad, & Tania Take Tracy To Get Her Military ID Renewed At The Military Operational Support Center In Hialeah ~ Mom, Tania, & Tracy met Dad at the Military Operational Support Center in Hialeah. They were really accommodating, and this time, indefinitely renewed her Military ID. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Meet Everyone At The Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club For Tracy's Birthday Dinner This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed dinner at the Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club this evening in celebration of Tracy's 28th birthday! Mom still doesn't understand how Tracy can be turning 28 when she is still 32! LOL! 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: Violet-Flame Meditation : The Power Of Transmutation ~

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010 ~ Mary Is Out For The Week With A Sick Baby ~ Direct Agency sent Verona to work with Tracy and Wilmene this morning. She is so nice and did a wonderful job helping Wilmene with Tracy's morning routine. We're so glad that she's coming back on Friday. Mom Goes To Warm & Gentle Yoga This Afternoon ~ Mom had a great Warm & Gentle Yoga practice this afternoon with Veronica. It was a great class, warm and not so gentle. Mom Cancels Tracy's Pediasuit Therapy With Lenny This Afternoon ~ Tracy still does not appear to be up to Physical Therapy today, so Mom cancelled it. She is still giving Tracy her Xopenex breathing treatments and guaifenesin expectorant. She finished her Tamiflu and her Z-pack, and is still getting her breathing treatments every 8 hours. 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: Putting Power In Perspective: Always Be FOR Something ~

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010 ~ Mary Does Not Show Up Again This Morning To Help Wilmene ~ Mary's daughter was sick with a cold and in the hospital over the weekend, so Mary did not show up again today. As a result, Mom served as Tracy's second home health aide today. She and Wilmene showered and got Tracy ready for her day. She is still congested, and her fever was gone this morning. Mom Cancels Tracy's Speech Therapy Today With Rose ~ Mom cancelled Tracy's Speech Therapy Pediasuit therapy today with Rose. (Patty is still away in Denver.) Hopefully, after another day of rest, she will feel better enough to go on Wednesday! Mom decided to keep Tracy in bed all day so that she can rest and heal. She was very happy to hang out in her room with Tania and Wilmene, watching TV and chilling. Tania rubbed Tracy's head, which is one of Tracy's favorite things. Tracy's Chest Xray Results Are Normal ~ We are all thankful that Tracy's chest xray results are normal. Tracy Is Still Sick With The Flu ~ Tracy is still sounding congested, mostly in her upper respiratory tract. Her pulse ox alarmed several times during the night. Dad got up and gave Tracy a breathing treatment during the night. Mom Goes To Warm & Gentle Yoga This Afternoon With Kate ~ Mom enjoyed Kate's Warm and Gentle yoga class this afternoon. It was her first time taking Kate's class, and it was really good! Dee Cancels Tracy's Physical & Massage Therapy This Evening Due To Illness ~ Tracy's Physical & Massage Therapy with Dee was cancelled this evening. Dee has a bad cold and did not want to give it to Tracy (we sure hope he didn't get it from Tracy!) Dad Goes To His Bikram Hot Yoga Class This Afternoon In Boca Raton ~ Dad enjoyed his Bikram Yoga practice this evening in Boca Raton. He really does enjoy his practice. 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: Generate Your Own Patterns: Becoming Your Parents ~

Monday, March 1st, 2010 ~ Mary Does Not Show Up This Morning To Help Wilmene ~ Mary's daughter was sick with a cold and in the hospital over the weekend. So, Mom served as Tracy's second home health aide today. She and Wilmene got Tracy ready for her day. She is still congested, and had a low grade fever this morning. Mom Cancels Tracy's Pediasuit Therapy Today With Lenny ~ Mom cancelled Tracy's Pediasuit therapy today with Lenny. Hopefully, after a few more days of rest, she will feel better enough to go on Wednesday! Tracy Is Still Sick With The Flu ~ Tracy is still sounding congested, mostly in her upper respiratory tract. Her pulse ox alarmed several times during the night. Dad got up and gave Tracy a breathing treatment during the night. Mom called Dr. Williams to get a chest xray ordered at North Broward Medical Center. Mom & Tania Take Tracy To North Broward Medical Center To Get A Chest Xray This Afternoon ~ Mom & Tania took Tracy to North Broward Medical Center to get a chest xray this afternoon. Thank goodness it was normal. Guess her congestion is in her upper airway, and not in her lungs. Mom & Cousin Michelle Go For A Walk This Afternoon ~ Mom and Cousin Michelle went for a brisk walk around Lighthouse Point this afternoon. It was cool and crisp, and just what Mom needed after a very trying couple of weeks. Cousin Michelle Makes Spaghetti, Sausage & Meatballs This Evening ~ Cousin Michelle cooked her Italian sauce and some spaghetti and meatballs this evening. She brought some over for Mom, Aunt Diane, Jeff, and Uncle Johnny to have for dinner. Mom & Dad Watch 24 and Brothers & Sisters This Evening ~ Mom and Dad enjoyed relaxing and catching up on their favorite television shows 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: Cause, Effect, & Transformation: Feeling Depleted ~