Friday, Tuesday, October 31st, 2008 ~ Happy Halloween! ~ Mom Goes To Lake Worth With Nana For Hair Appointments ~ Mom and Nana went to Lake Worth to Kerri for hair appointments this morning. Kerri does such a great job and it is always fun to go to Lake Worth for the day! Tracy's Hippotherapy Lesson Is Canceled Due To Trick Or Treating This Evening ~ Tracy's Hippotherapy lesson is canceled this evening due to Halloween! Tracy dressed up as an equestrian woman in her riding pants to greet the Trick or Treaters and hand out candy with everyone. Aunt Diane & Jeff Come To Help Tracy Hand Out Candy To The Trick Or Treaters ~ Aunt Diane and Jeff came over to help with handing out candy for the Trick or Treaters in the neighborhood. The neighborhood has a Trick or Treat time frame from 6 to 8 PM this evening. There were quite a few trick or treaters, with some of the cutest spider men and iron men Mom has seen! She went through four bags of candy by the end of the night. Mom and Dad decorated the front yard with glow in the dark ghosts, witches, jack-o-lanterns, and skeletons. The house looked really awesome. Then Mom lit candles inside the house and had a skeleton head on a platter with chocolate candy eyeballs! Everyone had a really fun time! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Embracing Unpredicability: When Life Throws You A Curve Ball ~

Thursday, October 30th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Pick Up Nana For Her Shoe Appointment ~ Mom went to pick up Nana for her 10 AM appointment at Harris Comfort Shoes this morning. Mr. Harris fitted Nana's orthotics to her new Easy Spirits. He reinforced the bottom of her orthotic to add some extra padding to Nana's sensitive areas. He also adjusted Nana's soles of her sandals so they will feel better. Tracy Has Physical Therapy This Evening With Greg & Jeff ~ Tracy had Physical Therapy this evening with Greg and Jeff. He and Tania got Tracy's lower extremities wrapped with ace wraps to facilitate venous return while on the tilt table. Then it was time to crank her up to 40 degrees so that she could weight bear through her lower extremities. Tracy progresses to 65 degrees, which is the highest Tracy has been in a very long time. She did great maintaining stable vital signs throughout her session. Mom, Tania & Tracy Work On A Secret Project ~ Mom, Tracy and Tania are back to the secret project that they have been working on off and on for several months. Shhh! It's a secret! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Dad Spends The Night In Dallas For Business ~ Dad spent the night in Dallas at a business meeting with American Airlines. Tania stayed with Mom and Tracy while Dad was gone. Mom, Tracy, Tania, Luca & Luna Watch Grey's Anatomy This Evening ~ Mom, Tracy, Tania, Luca and Luna watch Grey's Anatomy this evening. Daily OM: If Only: Locating The Underlying Cause ~

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom went to Bikram Yoga this morning. It was her first time back to practice in six days because of her dental surgery one week ago. She was pretty disappointed because there was a substitute instructor who played the Bikram CD so everyone practiced with an audio CD. She was determined to have a great class no matter what! It felt good to be back! Tracy Has Physical Therapy This Evening With Greg ~ Tracy had Physical Therapy this evening with Greg. He and Tania got Tracy positioned on the therapy mat in her room and then it was time for stretching. Greg stretched and ranged all of Tracy major muscles with her in long sitting position. Then Greg applied the E-stim to Tracy mid-thoracic for Neuromuscular Reeducation. Tracy's head control was not as good as usual today. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: If Only: Locating The Underlying Cause ~

Tuesday, October 28th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes On A Very Long Walk This Morning ~ Mom went on a long walk this morning to Pompano Starbucks and then all over Lighthouse Point. It was such awesome weather, with temperatures in the 50s; perfect walking weather! Tomorrow, Mom will be back to Bikram Yoga! Yippee! Mom, Tania, & Tracy Go To Speech Therapy With Aimee At NSU ~ Tracy had Speech Therapy with Aimme at Nova Southeastern. Aimee started with Tracy's eye gaze board, requesting that Tracy choose between vowels and fashion. Tracy chose vowels (imagine that!) and Aimee worked with Tracy on Oh! Tracy did a good job rounding her lips in Oh and made a very faint Oh sound. Then Aimee moved on to EEE, asking Tracy to smile to position her lips for EEE. Next, Tracy made several Ahh! sounds, although they were very soft and quiet. Then it was time to look at Fashion on Tracy's Dynavox. She went through the various categories, hitting the switch when she got to Friends & Family. She then hit the switch when she got to Mom's picture and the computerized voice said: "I Love You Mom!" Then she hit the switch when she got to Dad's picture and the voice said "Hi Dad!" Next Tracy hit the switch when Tiffany's picture came up and the voice said: "Let me tell you about my sister, Tiffany. She lives in beautiful Hawaii!" Tracy is doing such a great job hitting the switch on demand when Aimee tells her to go to a certain topic. This requires that she listen and then wait for the appropriate prompt to hit the switch. Tracy's Physical Therapy Is Canceled This Evening ~ Dee had to cancel Tracy's Physical Therapy this evening due to a schedule conflict. We sure will miss him! Mom, Tracy, Tania, Luca & Luna Watch Because I Said So This Evening ~ Everyone took a break when Physical Therapy was canceled to watch the movie: Because I Said So! It is such a good movie! Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch Dancing With The Stars: The Results This Evening ~ Mom is still rooting for Brooke and Derek this evening. They should go straight to the finals. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Enjoying The Ride: The Flow Of The Universe ~

Monday, October 27th, 2008 ~ Tracy Is Sleepy Today After A Busy Weekend ~ Tracy was pretty sleepy this morning and Wilmene let her sleep in until 8:30 AM. She did not have any scheduled appointments today. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Intertwined Fates: We Are All Connected ~

Sunday, October 26th, 2008 ~Happy Birthday Aunt Candy & Tania ~ Dad, Tracy, & LuLu Go To Hippotherapy This Morning ~ Tracy had Hippotherapy this morning with Susan and Dad at Bit By Bit in Parkland. She did a good job but was a little more tired than she was on Friday evening. Looks like our girl is still no morning girl! She shows a lot more trunk and head control in the evenings! Tracy Has Physical Therapy On The Mat With Jeff & Greg ~ Jeff sat behind Tracy on the mat while she was in long sitting. Jeff worked on some Cranial Sacral Therapy with Tracy while Greg stretched and ranged her extremities. Then Dad assisted in getting Tracy prone on the mat, so Greg to work on hip flexor and ham string stretches. Tracy did a good job tolerating 25 minutes on her tummy. Dad, Tracy, & LuLu Watch Patch Adams On Cable ~ Dad, Tracy, and LuLu watched the movie: Patch Adams on cable this evening. Dad said it was a real tear jerker! Dad Grills Fresh Salmon & Fresh Vegetables This Evening ~ Dad made some delicious grilled salmon and fresh vegetables for dinner this evening. It was really good! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Intertwined Fates: We Are All Connected ~

Saturday, October 25th, 2008 ~ Mom Misses Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom had to miss Bikram Yoga this morning due to her tooth issue. So, she went swimming at the yacht club: 50 lengths, and then it was time to hit the sauna and hot tub. It felt so good to swim! Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Dad enjoyed his Bikram Yoga practice this morning. Lan taught and it was a great class. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch College Football This Afternoon ~ Everyone watched college football games this afternoon. Everyone was very disappointed to see the LSU Tigers lose to the Georgia Bulldogs! Boo! Boston College lost to North Carolina. At least the University of Miami Hurricanes won! They beat Wake Forest! Yay! Mom & Dad Went To Nana's To Connect Her DVD Player ~ Dad connected Nana's DVD player this afternoon. Mom got Nana a Lifeline and installed it this afternoon. She was very impressed with it! Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch Private Practice This Evening ~ Once again, thank goodness for Tivo! Everyone enjoyed watching last week's episode of Private Practice this evening. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Intertwined Fates: We Are All Connected ~

Friday, October 24th, 2008 ~ Mom Misses Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom is taking a break from Bikram Yoga after dental surgery. last Wednesday. She can not hang upside down for one week! Boo! She plans to spin and swim instead. Mom, Tania, Tracy, & Wilmene Go Out To Lunch For Tania's Birthday ~ The girls took Tania to lunch at Seasons 52 for her birthday which is Sunday. It was really good food! Seasons 52 designs its menu around the four seasons, so it was a Fall menu theme. For dessert, they bring tall shot glasses with various desserts: key lime pie, mango cheese cake, chocolate peanut butter, etc. The best part, everything is under 450 calories! (Aunt Candy's birthday is also Sunday! Happy Birthday!) Tracy Has Hippotherapy With Susan At Bit By Bit In Parkland ~ Tracy had her Hippotherapy lesson this afternoon with Susan. It rained really hard for a few minutes but cleared up in time for Tracy's lesson. She did a great job with trunk control and even held her head up well without her soft neck collar. Susan decided to forego using the soft neck collar, to make Tracy work extra hard to hold her head up. Today was Tracy's best Hippotherapy session to date! Dad Brings Home A Roasted Chicken For Dinner ~ Dad brought home a whole roasted chicken for dinner. Mom had to take a pass because she is only able to eat soft food for one week. Argh! Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch Last Week's Private Practice & The Unit ~ Thank goodness for tivoe! Everyone was able to catch up on their weekly programs this evening. Dad watched one of his favorites: Smallville! Tracy Is Enjoying Her Soft Blanket That Cousin Judy Gave Her ~ Cousin Judy brought Tracy the softest, lightest blanket Mom has ever seen. It is a pretty teal color, and looks just like the Caribbean! It is so warm and toasty. Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Personal Tales: Writing Your Story ~

Thursday, October 23rd, 2008 ~ Mom Misses Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom is taking a break from Bikram Yoga after dental surgery. last Wednesday. She can not hang upside down for one week! Boo! She plans to spin and swim instead. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Greg This Afternoon ~ Tracy had Physical Therapy with Greg this afternoon. Greg stretched and ranged Tracy on the mat. He worked with her in long sitting so that Tracy could work on trunk and head control. Tracy is working so hard on her therapy. We are so proud of her! Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch Grey's Anatomy This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed watching Grey's Anatomy this evening. It is another one of Mom's favorite programs. Tracy Is Really Enjoying The Soft Blanket That Cousin Judy Gave Her ~ Cousin Judy brought Tracy the softest, lightest blanket Mom has ever seen. It is a pretty teal color, and looks just like the Caribbean! It is so warm and toasty. Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Personal Tales: Writing Your Story ~

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom went to Bikram Yoga this morning. Lynda taught the class and it was a great session. Mom sure does love her Bikram Yoga practice. Mom Goes To The Oral Surgeon This Afternoon ~ Mom had a 1:40 PM appointment with Dr. Logue to get her tooth extracted and a bone graft implant. Ouch! She has to let the bone graft heal for 12 weeks before she can get the stint and crown. It feels much better this evening, especially after she took some naproxen. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Jeff & Greg This Afternoon ~ Tracy had Physical Therapy with Jeff and Greg this afternoon. They wrapped Tracy's lower extremities and strapped her on the tilt table. Greg cranked her up to 30 degrees and they monitored her vital signs which remained stable throughout the hour session. Tracy looked really good vertical and weight bearing. She progressed to 60 degrees by the end of the session. Dad Cooks Mom Some Delicious Split Pea Soup ~ Dad made Mom some delicious split pea soup for dinner. Her mouth feels much better, but she has to stay on a soft diet for five days and no Bikram Yoga for one week! Argh! This is going to be a very long week! Tracy Is Enjoying Her Soft Blanket That Cousin Judy Gave Her ~ Cousin Judy brought Tracy the softest, lightest blanket Mom has ever seen. It is a pretty teal color, and looks just like the Caribbean! It is so warm and toasty. Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Awakening To Change: Being Aware Is The First Step ~

Tuesday, October 21st, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom went to Bikram Yoga this morning. Tanya taught the class and it was a great session. Mom sure does love her Bikram Yoga practice. Mom Goes To Shampoo & Blow Dry Nana's Hair This Morning ~ Mom went to shampoo and blow dry Nana's hair this morning after Bikram Yoga. She brought her a Starbucks coffee and some vanilla bean scones. (Nana and Mom's favorite!) Tracy Has Speech Therapy With Aimee At NSU This Afternoon ~ Aimee is doing a great job as Tracy's student clinician. She began Tracy's session with the Step By Step sequential switch, prerecording several conversations about Tracy and her weekend. Tracy hits the switch with her right cheek to initiate the conversation with Aimee. She really enjoys her Speech Therapy session with Aimee. Next, it was time to work on the Dynavox. Tracy hits the switch to initiate the Dynavox, which sequences through a series of topics: Feelings, Fieldtrips, Fashion, Friends and Family, My Adorable Luca, etc. Aimee has been working with Tracy to listen and hit the switch at specific times throughout the session. This skill requires Tracy to listen carefully for the appropriate category and then to hit the switch on time. She succeeded almost every time in response to Aimee's requests. One time, Tracy even hit the switch to select the feeling: I am bored! (LOL!) Aimee, Tania and Mom really got a kick out of that one! Tracy brought Aimee a little present for her birthday which is tomorrow, October 22nd, the same day as Luca's and MawMaw's! Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Evening ~ Dad went to Bikram Yoga this evening. It had been a week since he was able to go because he was on call. He really missed it! Tracy Is Enjoying Her Soft Blanket That Cousin Judy Gave Her ~ Cousin Judy brought Tracy the softest, lightest blanket Mom has ever seen. It is a pretty teal color, and looks just like the Caribbean! It is so warm and toasty. Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Create Time For Self-Compassion: Being Gentle With Ourselves

Monday, October 20th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom went to Bikram Yoga this morning. Liz taught the class and it was packed.. Mom sure does love her Bikram Yoga practice. Tania Takes A Study Day ~ We are so proud of Tania. She has been studying so hard and has one and a half semesters left. Go Tania! Tracy Stretches & Ranges Her Hips & Hamstrings On The CPM Machine ~ Tracy spent and hour and a half on each leg, ranging her hips and hamstrings on the CPM (continuous passive motion). Since she did not have any scheduled Physical Therapy today, the CPM works wonders! Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch Dancing With Ths Stars This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed watching Dancing With The Stars this evening. Mom is still rooting for Brooke and Derek and Coty and Julianne. She predicts it will come down to a dual between brother and sister for the Mirrorball! Tracy Is Enjoying Her Soft Blanket That Cousin Judy Gave Her ~ Cousin Judy brought Tracy the softest, lightest blanket Mom has ever seen. It is a pretty teal color, and looks just like the Caribbean! It is so warm and toasty. Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Finding Answers Within: You Have All The Answers ~

Sunday, October 19th, 2008 ~ Happy Birthday Cousin Eileen ~ Mom, Dad, & LuLu Take Tracy To Hippotherapy At Bit By Bit In Parkland ~ Mom, Dad, and LuLu took Tracy to her Hippotherapy lesson with Susan at Bit By Bit in Parkland. She demonstrated good trunk contol and is trying very hard to improve her neck control. She is working really hard so that she is ready for the Winter Wonderland Horse Show Saturday, December 6th at the Parkland Equestrian Center. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Greg On The Mat ~ Greg took Tracy's measurements using a goniometer during her therapy session this afternoon. All of her measurements looked good and were consistent with the ones he took a month ago. Next, Dad, Mom and Greg got Tracy prone on the mat for twenty minutes. Her hips and back looked straight, and Greg was able to stretch her hips and quads in this position. Dad Put Up The Halloween Decorations This Afternoon ~ Dad finally had some time to put up the Halloween decorations this afternoon. They look spooktacular! There are jack-o-lanterns, witches, and ghosts that light up in the dark, and a big ol' scare crow! There are also some skeletons that light up too! Tracy loves Halloween! Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch Brothers & Sisters this evening. Tracy Is Enjoying Her Soft Blanket That Cousin Judy Gave Her ~ Cousin Judy brought Tracy the softest, lightest blanket Mom has ever seen. It is a pretty teal color, and looks just like the Caribbean! It is so warm and toasty. Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Evolution Of The Soul: Life Lessons Through Reincarnation ~

Saturday, October 18th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom went to Bikram Yoga this morning. Liz taught the class and it was a great session. Mom sure does love her Bikram Yoga practice. Melanie Comes To Give Tracy A Cranial Sacral Therapy Session ~ Melanie worked with Tracy this afternoon out on the lanai by the pool. She did Cranial Sacral Therapy which Tracy seems to really enjoy. She made a lot of sounds and did some deep breathing exercises during her session. Mom Gets A Swedish Massage This Afternoon ~ Mom was next and Melanie gave her a Swedish massage. It was just what the doctor ordered, especially since her shoulders and neck muscles were pretty tight. Melanie Gives Dad A Cranial Sacral Therapy Session This Afternoon ~ Dad was next in line for a Cranial Sacral treatment session. He was way overdue, especially after all of his traveling during the past month. Dad gets good results from CST. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luna & Luca Watch College Football This Afternoon ~ Everyone watched college football games this afternoon: Alabama vs. Ole Miss and Penn State vs. Michigan. The real excitement will be this evening when LSU plays South Carolina and Boston College vs. Virginia Tech. Go LSU Tigers and Boston College Eagles! Tracy Is Enjoying Her Soft Blanket That Cousin Judy Gave Her ~ Cousin Judy brought Tracy the softest, lightest blanket Mom has ever seen. It is a pretty teal color, and looks just like the Caribbean! It is so warm and toasty. Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise!Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Treasure Hunting: Discovering The Little Things That Make Us Happy ~

Friday, October 17th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom went to Bikram Yoga this morning. Paul from the UK taught the class and it was a great session. He is one of the best instructors that Mom has ever had. Tracy Goes To Hippotherapy This Afternoon With Susan At Bit By Bit In Parkland ~ Mom, Dad, Tania and Tracy go to Tracy's Hippotherapy lesson in Parkland at Bit By Bit. Jon from the Lighthouse Point Magazine met us there and took some pictures of Tracy on Breezy for the cover of December's issue of the Lighthouse Point Magazine. Linda wrote an article about Tracy's story and the magic of Hippotherapy for the December issue. They will also feauture the upcoming Winter Wonderland Horse Show, which raises money for scholarships and showcases the students' progress. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch The Unit & NCIS This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy and the dogs caught up on their tivoed programs this evening. Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Sharing Your Genius: Your Special Gift ~

Thursday, October 16th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To A Marketing Meeting For The Bit By Bit Horseshow This Morning ~ Cousin Judy Comes By To Visit ~ Cousin Judy came by to visit us this afternoon. It was so good to catch up on everything with her. Mom picked up some sushi, caesar salad and chicken wraps for lunch. Tracy Is Enjoying Her Soft Blanket That Cousin Judy Gave Her ~ Cousin Judy brought Tracy the softest, lightest blanket Mom has ever seen. It is a pretty teal color, and looks just like the Caribbean! It is so warm and toasty. Tracy Goes To Dr. Williams To Check Her G-Tube ~ Tracy 's G-tube looked a little red around the edges and Mom was worried that it might be getting infected. Tracy had a low grade fever which Mom treated with Extra Strength Tylenol. Dr. Williams prescribed Keflex as a precautionary measure, which seemd to help. Tracy's Physical Therapy With Greg & Jeff Is Canceled ~ Mom Decided To Cancel Tracy's Physical Therapy This Afternoon ~ Due to a scheduling conflict, this time due to Tracy's doctor's appointment, Mom canceled Tracy's Physical Therapy with Jeff and Greg. Tracy did not look like she was feeling up to therapy any way, so we gave her the afternoon off. Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise!Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: The Sound Of The Human Voice: Hidden Treasures In The Air ~

Wednesday, October 15th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom went to Bikram Yoga this morning. Lynda taught the class and it was a great session. Mom Goes To The Chiropractor For An Adjustment This Morning ~ Mom had her biweekly appointment with the chiropractor this morning. She had e-stim and moist heat applied to her upper and lower back and then Dr. Colavito adjusted Mom's hip, upper back and neck. He said that her hip was out of alignment atleast an inch. She could feel that she was out of alignment during Bikram Yoga. She felt much better after her adjustment. Mom Goes To Her Dexascan (Bone Density) Appointment This Afternoon ~ The last step in Mom's annual physical is a Dexascan, and Mom got it done today. It feels great to have everything done again for another year. All test results came back normal. Mom Goes To Shampoo & Blow Dry Nana's Hair This Afternoon ~ Mom stopped by Nana's this afternoon to shampoo and blow dry her hair. Mom is getting pretty good at styling hair! Tracy's Physical Therapy Is Canceled This Afternoon ~ Jeff and Greg canceled Tracy's Physical Therapy session this afternoon due to scheduling conflicts. They plan to come tomorrow evening. Tracy Ranges & Stretches Her Hips & Hamstrings On Her CPM This Evening ~ Tracy ranged and stretched her hamstrings and hips this evening for an hour and a half on each leg Tracy really relaxes and enjoys her continuous passive range of motion! Tania Stretches & Ranges Tracy's Wrists & Hands ~ Tania stretched and ranged Tracy's weists and hands this afternoon. Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Sharing Your Genius: Your Special Gift ~

Tuesday, October 14th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning With Tanya ~ Mom went to Bikram Yoga with Tanya this morning. She really enjoyed her practice this morning, especially after two days reprive. Tracy Has Speech Therapy With Aimee At Nova Southeastern University This Afternoon ~ Tracy was alert and very engaged during her Speech Therapy session this afternoon. Jodi, a colleague of Aimee's in the Speech Language Pathology program, is observing Tracy's sessions this semester. Aimee demonstrated the Step By Step sequential switch, on which she recorded several conversations for Tracy to initiate by hitting her switch with her head control. The topic of the initial conversation was Aimee's trip with her family to New York City to visit her brother and his girlfriend and her family. She had some great phrases about the new fashion trends she saw in the city. She told Tracy about their visit to the museum and planetarium, and to a bakery where they make specialty cup cakes. Apparently, specialty cup cakes are the latest trend in NYC. Aimee brought Tracy the cutest baby blue crystal bracelet from NYC. Next, Aimee showed Jodi and Tracy some new fashion trends that she put on Tracy's Dynavox. Tracy initiated the Dynavox by hitting the switch with her head control. When Aimee asked Tracy to hit the switch when the Dynavox reached the picture of the Mary Ann shoes, Tracy hit it! She did this a number of times on demand. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Dee This Evenimg ~ After stretching and ranging Tracy's major muscle groups, Dee got Tracy seated on the peanut therapy ball to work on Tracy's trunk control. She is doing a good job sitting up straight and tall, but still needs to work on head control. Mom, Tracy, & Tania Watch Dancing With The Stars: The Results This Evening ~ The girls watched Dancing With The Stars: The Results this evening. Everyone is so shocked that Cloris and Corky are still in the contest. Mom is pulling for Brooke and Derek! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Blue Skies: The Sky Is Even Blue On A Cloudy Day

Monday, October 13th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Swim Laps This Morning ~ Mom went to the LHP Yacht and Racquet Club pool to swim laps between the rain drops. She swam 20 lengths of the pool before the thunder and lightning started, and had to cut her swim workout short. Mom Has Her Annual Physical Appointment With Dr. Quareshi This Afternoon ~ Mom had her annual physical exam with Dr. Quareshi this afternoon. She passed with flying colors, thank goodness! Tania, Mom, & Tracy Watch Dancing With The Stars This Evening ~ Tania, Mom, and Tracy watched Dancing With The Stars this evening. Mom is still rooting for Brooke and Derek! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Blue Skies: The Sky Is Even Blue On A Cloudy Day

Sunday, October 12th, 2008 ~ Tracy's Hippotherapy Is Canceled This Morning ~ Tracy's Hippotherapy was canceled due to rain. We'll try again next Friday! Greg & Jeff Come Over To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Afternoon ~ Greg and Jeff worked with Tracy on the therapy mat this afternoon. They spent some time stretching and ranging Tracy's hips and adductors. Then, Jeff worked with Tracy's trunk strength while Greg stretched and ranged Tracy's feet, ankles, and heel chords. Tracy is working so hard during her therapy sessions! We are very proud of her! Nana, Rose Marie, Anita, Uncle Johnny, Jeff & Aunt Diane Come Over This Evening For Chinese Food ~ Uncle Johnny treated to Chinese Food this evening. It was really good! Rose Marie made a delicious amaretto cheese cake and Jeff brought Mom's favorite oatmeal raisin cookies. They are so yummy! Mom, Tracy & Tania Watch Desperate Housewives & Brothers And Sisters This Evening ~ The girls watched their favorite television shows this evening: Desperate Housewives & Brothers And Sisters. Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Cherishing You: Falling In Love With Yourself ~

Saturday, October 11th, 2008 ~ Mom & Dad Go To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom and Dad went to Bikram Yoga this morning. Paul, a visiting yogi from the UK, taught a great class. Everyone enjoyed it very much, especially Mom! Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning. Her complexion looks so good, it's glowing! Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch College Football Today ~ Everyone watched Texas beat Oklahoma this afternoon. It was a great game and quite an upset! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To 4:30 PM Mass At St. Paul The Apostle Church ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy went to 4:30 PM Mass this afternoon. Monsignor Brice gave a very good sermon about responsibility and conscience in choosing the next President. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To Dairy Queen After Mass ~ Mom gave Tracy a couple of spoonsful of vanilla ice cream at DQ. She tried to get Tracy to lick the kiddie cone. Instead, Tracy licked her lips! It took her a little bit to get over the initial shock of the cold ice cream. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch LSU Get Beaten By UF ~ It was a sad night watching LSU get stomped by the Gators! Everyone was very disappointed by LSU inability to run the ball! Tim Tebow looked like the old Tim again. Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Announcing The Call: Taking Responsibility For Your Destiny ~

Friday, October 10th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Get Her Annual Mammogram This Morning ~ Mom went to get her annual mammogram this morning at the Broward/Palm Beach Imaging Center. She did not have to even wait ten minutes; they were gentle and efficient. Mom, Tania & Tracy Go For A Long Walk Around Lighthouse Point This Afternoon ~ The girls took a two-hour walk around Lighthouse Point today. It was warm but there was a nice light breeze which made it enjoyable. They walked about four or five miles and were pretty wiped out when they returned home. Tracy Does Not Have Hippotherapy This Afternoon Because Mom & Dad Had A Dinner Engagement ~ Tracy's Hippotherapy was canceled due to Mom and Dad's fundraising dinner engagement honoring Chip and Eileen. Tania Stretches Tracy's Hands & Wrists While Mom Rides The Spin Bike This Afternoon ~ Mom rode the Spin bike for thirty minutes this evening while they watched Oprah and Tania stretched and ranged Tracy's hands and wrists. Mom, Dad, Aunt Diane & Jeff Go To A Dinner Honoring South Florida's Finest Couples To Raise Money For Cystic Fibrosis ~ Cousins Chip and Eileen were one of the couples honored at the dinner. It was a really fun evening. Tania stayed with Tracy and they watched television and hung out. Tania gave Tracy a head and neck massage which Tracy loves. It had been a long time since Mom and Dad had an evening out and hey really enjoyed themselves. Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Avoiding Negative Vibrations: Taking On The Energy Of Others ~

Thursday, October 9th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To A Planning Meeting For The Annual Winter Wonderland Horse Show On December 6th from 9 - 1 At The Parkland Equestrian Park ~ Mom had a meeting with Susan March at the Starbucks in Heron Bay this morning to plan for the annual Horse Show to raise money for Hippotherapy and Therapeutic Horseback Riding scholarships for children with special needs. They got a lot accomplished in an hour. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Greg & Jeff This Afternoon ~ The weather prohibited Tracy going into the pool for aquatherapy this afternoon. Instead, Jeff and Greg worked with Tracy on the massage table, stretching her psoas and hip flexors well. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch Grey's Anatomy This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed watching Grey's Anatomy this evening. It is one of Mom's favorite shows, along with Brothers & Sisters, Private Practice and The Unit. Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Emptiness Becomes Openness: Sometimes A Loss Can Be A Gain ~

Wednesday, October 8th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom went to Bikram Yoga this morning. Linda taught and she made us hold the poses for what seemed like an eternity! Argh! It was a really good class and just what the doctor ordered! Mom Goes To Pick Up Nana For A Podiatrist Appointment ~ Mom picked up Nana and brought her to her 1 PM appointment with the podiatrist. After her appointment, Mom shampooed and styled her hair. She is such a cutie! Tracy Has Physical Therapy This Afternoon With Jeff & Greg ~ Tracy had Physical Therapy this afternoon with Jeff and Greg. Tania, Jeff and Greg got Tracy up on the tilt table and Jeff wrapped her legs with ace wraps to help facilitate venous return. Then they gradually increased Tracy to 65 degrees in increments of 10 degrees, continuously monitoring her vital signs. She did great maintaining her own, as they stood her up. Everyone forgot how tall Tracy is, until we got her vertical at 65 degrees! Tania Reads To Tracy Out On The Lanai ~ Tania took Tracy out on the lanai by the pool this afternoon. She read to her from Can You Keep A Secret? by Sophie Kinsella. Both Tracy and Tania are really enjoying this funny book. Tania Stretches Tracy's Hands & Wrists While Mom, Tracy & Tania Watch This Week's Version Of The Unit ~ Tania stretched and ranged Tracy's hands and wrists this evening while everyone watched The Unit which was DVRed from Sunday evening. Because the NFL football game went over time, we missed half of The Unit because it did not tape. Argh! Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command last week. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: In All Kinds Of Weather: Being Happy For Friends ~

Tuesday, October 7th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom went to Bikram Yoga this morning. Tanya taught the class and it was really hot and humid. Mom was pretty sore from her long walk/run yesterday. It's time for a massage! Mom Gets A Massage From Fern ~ Fern gave Mom a much-needed massage this afternoon. She worked on getting the lactic acid out of Mom's neck and shoulder blades. How do you spell relief! Tracy Has Speech Therapy This Afternoon With Aimee ~ Tracy had Speech Therapy this afternoon with Aimee at Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Lowe was back from her missionary trip in South Africa and had some amazing pictures and stories to share. Tracy listened very intently and also looked right at Dr. Lowe, demonstrating good eye contact, upon request. Aimee introduced Jodi, her colleague, who will be observing Tracy's sessions this semester. Aimee set up Tracy's switches and the Step By Steps on which she prerecorded several conversations about Dr. Lowe's trip. Tracy hit the switch to initiate the conversation with Dr. Lowe. We all were very excited to hear about Dr. Lowe's amazing trip. After the conversation, Aimee showed us photos which she had loaded on the computer from Dr. Lowe's camera. There were some wonderful pictures of Dr. Lowe's student that she did Speech Therapy with, as well as pictures of miniature penguins and cheetahs. Tracy loves animals so it was really a treat! Next, Aimee demonstrated Tracy's Dynavox to Jodi, and how Tracy initiates the various categories with her switch. She selected several categories, one which talked about Tracy's "adorable Luca". Tracy Did Not Have Physical Therapy With Dee This Evening ~ Tracy's Physical Therapy was cancelled this evening due to Dee's busy work schedule. We sure do miss him and can't wait to see him next week. He does a great job with Tracy! Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch The Presidential Debate This Evening ~ Everyone was front and center to watch the second Presidential Debate this evening. Whew, 29 days and counting! Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command last week. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Avoiding Negative Vibrations: Taking On The Energy Of Others ~

Monday, October 6th, 2008 ~ Mom Has An Appointment To Get Her Blood Drawn ~ Mom had an appointment to get her lab work done this morning for her annual physical next week. Mom Goes For A Long Walk/Run This Morning ~ Mom went for a very long walk/run around Lighthouse Point this morning. It was a beautiful day and before Mom knew it she had walked about 7 miles, running about a mile and a half. It sure did feel good. Tania Tried To Work With Tracy On The Beckman (Oral Motor Facial) Exercises With Tracy This Afternoon ~ Tracy did not want Tania to work on her facial exercises this afternoon and let Tania know it. She was a little tired from her busy weekend, and did not want Tania fooling with her face. Tracy Stretches & Ranges Her Muscles On The CPM (Continuous Passive Motion Machine) ~ Tracy spent an hour and a half on her CPM machine stretching and ranging both hips and hamstrings this evening. Mom, Aunt Diane, & Jeff Go To A Sarah Palin Campaign Rally This Evening ~ What a great surprise this evening when Chip invited Mom, Dad, Aunt Diane and Jeff to the Republican Campaign Rally in Boca Raton! They met Senator Joe Lieberman, Senator Mel Martinez, Governor Charlie Christe, and VP Candidate, Governor Sarah Palin. She is such a magnanimous speaker and very inspirational. Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command last week. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Emptiness Becomes Openness: Sometimes A Loss Can Be A Gain

Tuesday, October 5th, 2008 ~ Tracy's Hippotherapy Is Cancelled Due To Mud At The Riding Ring ~ Tracy's Hippotherapy was cancelled this morning due to all the rain that we received over night. The riding ring and area around the mounting block was too muddy to get Tracy's wheel chair through. Tracy Has Physical Therapy On The Mat Due To Rainy Weather This Afternoon ~ Greg spent some time stretching and ranging Tracy on the mat this afternoon. Greg spent 30 minutes stretching Tracy's hamstrings, hips, feet, adductors, and then it was time to get her prone. He, Dad, and Mom got Tracy prone (on her stomach) to stretch her hips and quads. Tracy tolerated 20 minutes in this position. She is working so hard and doing such a good job in therapy, and we are seeing incremental improvements. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch Brothers & Sisters & The Unit This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed watching the Sunday evening programs! Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch Hannity's America This Evening ~ What an eye opener watching the various questionable relationships that Presidential candidate Barack Obama has had in his past! Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command last week. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Treasure Hunting: Discovering The Little Things That Make Us Happy ~

Saturday, October 4th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom went to Bikram Yoga this morning. Lan taught and she made us hold the poses for what seemed like an eternity! Argh! Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ It is Saturday and Tracy's day to get a facial. Wilmene painted the white masque on Tracy and she looked like a mime at the infamous Key West Sunset at Mallory Square! She sure does love her spa days! Tracy, Mom, Dad, Luca & Luna Watch College Football This Afternoon ~ Everyone rooted for the Miami Hurricanes but they still got beat by FSU Seminoles! BOOOO! Boston College Eagles beat the North Carolina Wolfpacks. Tracy, Mom & Dad Go To 5:30 PM Mass At St. Ambrose Church In Deerfield ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy went to 5:30 PM Mass at St. Ambrose Church in Deerfield Beach. There weren't many people there for a Saturday evening. Tracy Is Enjoying Her Victoria Secret Delicious Scented Lotions From Jenny ~ Tracy has sure been enjoying the delicious scented body lotions that our friend Jenny gave her. She finished the Amber Romance and is now working on the Berry Kiss! MMMM! Good! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command last week. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Fresh And Unfixed: There Is Only Now ~

Friday, October 3rd, 2008 ~ Mom Picks Up Nana & Heads North To Lake Worth For Hair Appts @ The HairNet With Kerri ~ Mom picked up Nana and headed to Lake Worth for hair appointments with Kerri @ the HairNet. She does such a good job and it is always fun to hang out with Kerri! Tracy, Tania, & Wilmene Take Luca & Luna For A Walk ~ The girls took the doggies for a walk around the neighborhood this afternoon. It was a perfect day with low humidity and temperatures in the mid to high 80s! The doggies must be out of shape because they did not last too long; they were out of breath and huffing and puffing! Tania Worked With Tracy On Her Beckman Exercises ~ Tania worked with Tracy on her oral motor and facial exercises (Beckman exercises) this afternoon. Tania does a great job and Tracy was very cooperative. These exercises are very important to develop and maintain Tracy's oral motor control and flexibility for talking, smiling, eating, etc. Tracy Has Hippotherapy This Afternoon With Susan At Bit By Bit In Parkland ~ Tracy had the BEST Hippotherapy session ever this afternoon! She was very strong and sat up very tall on Breezy! Although she is still struggling with her head control, she demonstrated marked improvement. Susan and Dad provided light assistance for balance only! Way to go TRACY! She is getting ready for the Annual Winter Wonderland Horse Show on Saturday, December 6th from 9 AM to 6 PM at the Parkland Equestrian Park in Parkland. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch More Politics This Evening ~ With 30 days to go until the Presidential election, Mom and Dad are glued to the political shows! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command last week. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Fresh And Unfixed: There Is Only Now

Thursday, October 2nd, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom had a great Bikram Yoga practice with Tanya this morning. It was just what she needed. The temperature and humidity was perfect! Tracy Vomits 2 Ounces This Morning ~ Tracy vomited 2 ounces this morning She has been experiencing some reflux after her morning meds, both yesterday and today. Tracy Has An Appointment With Her Neurologist For A Baclofen Pump Refill & Adjustment ~ Tracy got her Baclofen pump refilled and adjusted today. Dr. Galvez increased Tracy's Baclofen dosage 10 percent, from 143 to 157. We will continue to monitor her range of motion and spasticity to see if this small incremental increase has decreased her left hip internal rotation. If this does not improve with the increase, we will look at a complex dosing schedule next time. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch The Vice Presidential Debate ~ How ironic, the word of the month is TRUST! ~ We'll respectfully refrain from giving our opinion until after the debates! Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command last week. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Unhindered Moment: Get Out Of Your Own Way ~

Wednesday, October 1st, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom had a great Bikram Yoga practice with Linda this morning. It was just what she needed. Mom Has An Appointment With The Chiropractor For E-Stim, Heat, & An Adjustment ~ Mom had her biweekly appointment with Dr. Colavito for e-stim, moist heat, and an adjustment to her neck and lower back. Mom Goes To The Dermatologist For A Wellness Check ~ Mom had her first appointment with Dr. Hecker for a skin cancer check. She passed with flying colors and asks everyone to see their dermatologist for a baseline check. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Jeff & Greg ~ This afternoon, Jeff, Greg, Tania, Wilmene and Mom got Tracy on the tilt table and up incrementally to 65 degrees over an hour. After wrapping Tracy's legs with ace wraps (to improve venous return), and putting on her AFOs and tennis shoes for support while standing, it was time to crank Tracy up to 30 degrees. Every 4 minutes, Jeff increased Tracy 10 degrees. Mom and Tania took Tracy's vital signs every 4 minutes, which remained stable throughout her session. She is adapting well to weight bearing on the tilt table. Tracy Gets Two Beautiful Posters From The Gonzaga In Florence Program ~ Tracy received two beautiful posters from our good friend, Wanda, who is in charge of the Gonzaga abroad program. The photos were taken by Gonzaga in Florence students and are very beautiful. She included a very beautiful note, a postcard, created by Father Bruno. We truly appreciate this wonderful surprise! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. She even stuck her tongue out three times on command last week. She has been more vocal and really trying to talk to us. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to talk to us more and more each day! Daily OM: Treasure Hunting: Discovering The Little Things That Make Us Happy ~