Tuesday, September 30th, 2008 ~ Happy First Birthday Isabella Grace! ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom had a great Bikram Yoga practice with Tanya this morning. It was just what she needed. Tracy Does Not Have Speech Therapy This Afternoon Due To The Jewish New Year Holiday Observance ~ Tracy did not have Speech Therapy with Aimee this afternoon due to the observance of the Jewish holiday. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Dee This Evening ~ Tracy has Physical Therapy with Dee this evening. He began the session stretching and ranging Tracy on the therapy mat. Tracy was very flexible this afternoon. After Dee stretched and ranged all of Tracy's major muscle groups, Dee worked with Tracy in long sitting position. He sat behind Tracy and stretched her arms back to work on pec and shoulder flexibility. Then he stretched Tracy's hands and arms down beside her so that she could balance, bearing weight through her shoulders and arms. Tracy did a good job balancing while Dee worked on Tracy's head control. She is working so hard to improve her head control. Next, Dee and Tania positioned Tracy seated on a chair to work on balance and trunk and head control. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch Dancing With The Stars: The Results This Evening ~ Another week of Dancing With The Stars is behind us and Mom is putting her money on Kim Kardashian. That girl may look pretty but she has no rhythm! Nada, Niente, Zilch! Even Cloris Leachman has more zumba in her rumba! Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch NCIS This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed NCIS this evening. It is definitely one of Mom and Dad's favorite 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: Letting Yourself Be Seen: Being Witnessed ~

Monday, September 29th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Dentist Appointment ~ Mom had an appointment with Dr. Camuccio to get impressions made in preparation for her dental implant! Argh! Tracy Relaxes & Recovers From A Very Busy Weekend ~ Tracy relaxed and recovered from her very busy weekend today. She did not have any therapy today. Tracy & Tania Listen To The Audiobook: Shopaholic And Baby ~ Tracy and Tania finished the audiobook: Shopaholic And Baby today! They really enjoyed it and highly recommend it. Mom Goes To Spinning This Evening ~ Mom met Aunt Diane at Spinning this evening. It was a tough class taught by Charlie! Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch Dancing With The Stars This Evening ~ It is so nice to have the new season back on television. Mom is pulling for Derek and Kim or Toni and Alex! 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 Movement : Get Out Of Your Own Way ~

Sunday, September 28th, 2008 ~ Mom, Dad, LuLu & Tracy Go To Hippotherapy Lesson This Morning ~ Tracy had her Hippotherapy lesson this morning with Susan at Bit By Bit in Parkland. Linda, a freelance writer with the Lighthouse Point Magazine, came out to learn more about the program. She will do a featured story in the December edition of Lighthouse Point Magazine, highlighting the upcoming fundraising horse show scheduled for Saturday, December 6th at the Parkland Equestriam Park. All fundraising goals are to raise money for Scholarships for children who can not afford hippotherapy or therapeutic horseback riding. Tracy Goes Into The Pool For Therapy With Jeff, Greg, & Dad ~ Tracy had a good therapy session in the pool this afternoon with Jeff and Greg. She was much more relaxed this week and was not grinding her teeth. Mom decided to increase the temperature of the pool to 93 degrees, since the ambient air temperature is cooling down. Jeff and Greg worked Tracy really hard today, and after a hot shower, she was ready to chill out for a while. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch Fox News Regarding Our Current Financial Crisis ~ Wow! Nothing like watching history in the making! We are all standing by waiting to hear how this bill will impact the American people. How ironic that the Word of the Month is TRUST! Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch The Season's Premier Of Desperate Housewives This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed watching the season premier of Desperate Housewives. It is so nice to finally have our programs back after a very long hiatus! Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch The Season's Premier Of Brothers And Sisters This Evening ~ Mom is so excited that her favorite program, Brothers And Sisters, is back on for the season. 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: Becoming Whole Again: The Process Of Grieving ~

Saturday, September 27th, 2008 ~ Mom & Dad Go To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom and Dad went to Bikram Yoga this morning. Lan taught the class and it was tough! She held the poses for what seemed forever! Tracy Gets A Facial By Wilmene This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a much-needed facial this morning. She sure loves her spa days! Melanie Comes To Give Tracy A Cranial Sacral Therapy Session ~ Tracy enjoyed her Cranial Sacral Therapy session with Melanie this afternoon. Melanie has an amazing gift of healing hands! She also did CST on Dad and gave Mom a swedish massage. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luna & Luca Watch LSU Beat Mississippi State This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed watching college football today. Thank goodness LSU won, because UM and Army both lost their games! Boston College and Navy both won their games too today. 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: Bringing Inspiration Into Form: Putting Our Tools To Use ~

Friday, September 26th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Miami To Get Her Military ID Renewed ~ Dad took Mom to Southcom in Miami to get a new military ID. Hers had expired. After Matilda (the GPS with the Australian accent) got us lost in a not so nice section of Hialeah, Dad realized that he put in Avenue instead of Street! So, it wasn't Matilda's mistake after all. Mom took the trirail train home. It was a lot of fun taking the train. Dad takes the train to and from work in Miami every day! Tania Picks Mom Up At The Trirail Station ~ Tania picked up Mom at the Trirail in Pompano Beach and they stopped at Macys to pick up some things for Dad. Mom, Tania, Tracy, & Wilmene Go To The Movies To See Nights In Rodanthe ~ The girls hit a matanee movie this afternoon at Muvico in Pompano. They saw Nights In Rodanthe with Richard Gere and Diane Lane. It was a really good movie and they highly recommend it. Oh be prepared, it is a tear-jerker as all Nicholas Sparks' movies are! Tracy, Mom, Dad, Luca & Luna Watch The Presidential Debates This Evening ~ Everyone was front and center with pizza and hot wings to watch the Presidential debates this evening. Of course, Mom had to watch the pre and post debate shows as well. Whew, this stuff is very addicting! 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: Strong Body, Quiet Mind: Hatha Yoga ~

Thursday, September 25th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom went to Bikram Yoga this morning. She had a great practice and it was just what she needed. Tanya taught a great class. Tracy, Tania & Wilmene Listen To Shopaholic & Baby Outside By The Pool This Afternoon ~ The girls sat outside by the pool and listened to CD 4 of the audiobook: Shopaholic & Baby. (Mom already finished the book last week. It was really good! Mom Takes Nana To The Doctor This Afternoon ~ Mom took Nana to see her primary care physician, Dr. Mahon, this afternoon to check her blood pressure. Dr. Mahon decided to keep Nana on one tablet of her blood pressure medication a day. He will see her again next Monday to review her diagnostic test results.Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Greg & Jeff This Afternoon ~ Tracy had Physical Therapy with Greg and Jeff this afternoon. They worked with Tracy in long sitting position, using the neuromuscular electrical stimulation machine (NMES) on Tracy's quadriceps and triceps regions. Jeff sat behind Tracy and worked on her head control while Greg sat in front and stretched Tracy's feet. Tracy is working really hard during her therapy sessions and we are so proud of her!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! Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Evening ~ Dad went to Bikram Yoga this evening. He really enjoys his practice! Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch The Season Premier Of Grey's Anatomy This Evening ~ Everyone is so excited to see the season premier of Grey's Anatomy this evening. It is finally here! 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: Elegant Blessings: Living A Life Of Grace ~

Wednesday, September 24th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To The Dentist This Morning ~ Mom had an appointment with Dr. Logue, oral surgeon, this morning. He recommended that she have a dental implant procedure soon. So, it looks like he has his work cut out for him (and her). It takes 12 to 24 weeks for the process, which involves a bone graft and a root implant. Tracy Has A Spa Day With Tania ~ Tania shaped Tracy's eye brows this afternoon. She does such a wonderful job keeping Tracy beautiful. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Greg & Jeff This Afternoon ~ Tracy had Physical Therapy with Greg and Jeff this afternoon. They got her on the tilt table and gradually progressed her to 60 degrees. Her vital signs remained stable throughout her session. She is doing such a good job with her therapies. It is so good to see her vertical on the tilt table. Baby steps! Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch Dancing With The Stars: The Results This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed watching Dancing With The Stars: The Results this evening. It was fun to watch all the new dancers this season. 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: Enjoying A Snail's Pace : Doing Things Slowly ~

Tuesday, September 23rd, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom had another great practice this morning at Bikram Yoga. Tania taught and she pushed everyone beyond their comfort zone! Whew! It was really tough! Mom Goes To Shampoo & Blow Dry Nana's Hair ~ Mom went to Nana's to shampoo and blow dry her hair. She met with the home health nurse while she was there. Nana had a squamous cell removed from her right upper arm yesterday at the dermatologist, and the nurse changed her dressing. It is a little swollen but that is to be expected. All in all, it is healing well. The nurse will be back tomorrow morning to check on Nana again. Tracy Has Speech Therapy With Aimee At Nova Southeastern University ~ Tracy had Speech Therapy with Aimee at NSU. Today, Aimee had three Step by Step sequential switches, prerecorded with lots of talking points from the eventful weekend. Of course, we had to talk about football: UM Canes beating the Texas A & M Aggies, Boston College beating UCF, and LSU beating Auburn. Aimee's alma mater: University of Florida Gators even won! (LOL) After the conversations with the switches, it was time to work on Tracy's vowels. Tania asked Tracy what she should do when she goes to the doctor: Tracy opened her mouth and said AHHH! Aimee got out the flavored tongue depressors, cherry and grape, and let Tracy taste them. She seemed to like the grape better than the cherry. Aimee asked Tracy to stick out her tongue, and she tried really, really hard. She was able to get her tongue out on to her lips! Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Dee This Afternoon ~ Tracy had Physical Therapy with Dee this evening Dee worked with Tracy's range of motion with lots of stretching. Then it was time to work on trunk control. Tania and Dee transferred Tracy on to the peanut therapy ball to work on trunk control. Tracy's trunk control is improving, and Dee is focusing on strengthening her neck muscles. He used the new e-stim machine for muscle reeducation. The new machine is not as complex as the old one. We will continue to evaluate and make a decision soon on the new machine. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch Dancing With The Stars This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed watching Dancing With The Stars this evening. It was fun to watch all the new dancers this season. 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: Accepting & Releasing Emotions : Denying Your Feelings ~

Monday, September 22nd, 2008 ~ Wilmene Gives Tracy A Manicure ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a manicure this morning. She picked a bright red color nail polish. She does such a good job and they look really beautiful. Mom Has A Dentist Appointment This Afternoon ~ Mom went back to the dentist this afternoon for Dr. Camuccio to check her tooth. It looks like she will need to see an oral surgeon and most likely will need an implant. Oh the joys! She has an appointment with the oral surgeon Wednesday morning. More on that later. Tania Reads To Tracy Outside By The Pool ~ Tania read to Tracy from Can You Keep A Secret? this afternoon out by the pool. Tania Massages Tracy's Hands & Wrists This Evening ~ Tania massaged and ranged Tracy's wrists and fingers this evening to improve range of motion. Tracy Ranges & Stretches On The CPM This Afternoon ~ Tracy spent an hour stretching and ranging each leg on the CPM. It sure does help her relax and stretch her hips and hamstrings. Mom Meets Aunt Diane & Uncle Johnny At Spinning This Evening ~ Mom met Aunt Diane and Uncle Johnny at Spinning this evening at LA Fitness. Paul taught an awesome class. Everyone got a great workout! Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch Dancing With The Stars This Evening ~ Everyone is excited for the new season of Dancing With The Stars! What a great cast of dancers! We are rooting for Brooke and Derek! Daily OM: Remembering The Moment : Enjoying Life ~

Sunday, September 21st, 2008 ~ Mom, Dad, & LuLu Bring Tracy To Hippotherapy This Morning At Bit By Bit In Parkland ~ Tracy had Hippotherapy with Susan at Bit By Bit in Parkland. It was sooooo hot and humid that Tracy lasted about 23 minutes and then wilted. She is trying so hard and is doing a good job with trunk control. At one point, Breezy bucked, but Tracy and the volunteers handled it well. This was the first time that Breezy startled. Susan thinks that Breezy got jabbed with an elbow when they were trying to repostion Tracy on her back. Tracy Has Pool Therapy With Jeff & Greg This Afternoon ~ After Hippotherapy, Tracy had pool therapy with Jeff and Greg. Dad also assisted with Tracy's pool therapy. Jeff and Greg give Tracy a very rigorous session in the pool. They do a series of stretches and then stand her up so that she is vertical in the pool. After a hot shower, Tracy was ready for a break. Mom & Dad Cook Salmon For Dinner This Evening ~ Mom and Dad grilled salmon this evening and relaxed after a long weekend. It was great to have Dad back home! Daily OM: Recognizing Our Own Abundance : Planting The Seeds Of Generosity ~

Saturday, September 20th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom had another great practice this morning at Bikram Yoga. Lan taught and she sure did hold the poses for what seemed to be forever! It was really hot and humid! Whew! Mom & Tania Sit Outside By The Pool & Enjoy The Beautiful Day ~ Mom and Tania enjoyed the beautiful sunshine and cool breeze while they discussed the environment and global changes. Tania is taking a course this semester on the environment, and Mom taught Environmental Health in a prior life! They were very busy solving the global problems of the world! Tracy, Mom, & Tania Wash The Cars This Afternoon ~ Mom, Tania, and Tracy spent the afternoon washing the van and Tania's car! It was so hot and humid, and they enjoyed the work out. The cars look so nice and clean! They were way overdue! Tracy, Mom, & Tania Watch LSU vs. Auburn This Evening ~ The girls watched LSU vs. Auburn and taped it for Dad. He is on his way back from an AsMA meeting in Colorado Springs. He has been gone since last Thursday and we can't wait for him to get home. All his girls miss him! Even Luca misses him! 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 this 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: Exploring The Soul : Living A Spiritual Life ~

Affirmation Of The Month ~ "TRUST is never the question. LOVE is the ultimate answer." ~ excerpt from My Healing Poem by Darina! Word/Phrase Of The Month: TRUST! Goal Of The Month: "Learn to trust yourself by moving out of your comfort zone a little more each day." Quote/Prayer Of The Month: "Alls You Can Do Is Alls You Can Do!" ~ Tania - Bikram Yoga Instructor Poem Of The Month: Trust In The Unexpected by Emily Dickinson Song Of The Month: It's A Matter Of Trust by Billy Joel Book Of The Month: Shopaholic & Baby by Sophie Kinsella Yoga Pose Of The Month: Dandayamana Bibhaktapada Paschimottanasana : Standing Separate Leg Stretching Pose Featured Website of the Month: Tiffany & Benny's Wedding Pictures On Pictage :

Friday, September 19th, 2008 ~ Mom Went To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~Mom had a good practice this morning at Bikram Yoga. Linda taught the class and it was a lot of fun! Even though Mom did not sleep at all last night, (she woke up with a really bad toothache from irritating her gum with a water pik), the class was just what she needed. Dr. Camuccio called in a prescription for an antibiotic and some Naprosin for pain. We'll see if that helps! Tracy Has Hippotherapy With Susan At Bit By Bit In Parkland ~ Tracy had Hippotherapy at Bit By Bit in Parkland this afternoon. Jeff, Aunt Diane's boyfriend, came to help out since Dad is away. Tracy demonstrated good trunk control for about 23 minutes and then totally pooped out! She was really tired and was done for the day! Come to think of it, she was pretty tired all day long! Tania, Tracy, & Mom Watch The News Shows & Order Baby Back Ribs & Ahi Tuna Salad From Bonefish Macs ~ The girls had a nice dinner from Bonefish Macs this evening. Mom enjoyed the Sesame Ahi Tuna salad and Tania had a half rack of ribs. It was all good! Daily OM: Hidden Treasures : Finding Another Vantage Point ~

Thursday, September 18th, 2008 ~ Mom Had A Fundraising Meeting For Bit By Bit In Parkland ~ Mom met several others from Bit By Bit at Starbucks in Coral Springs to discuss the upcoming horse show fundraising event. Tracy is going to be in her first horse show on December 6th at the Parkland Equestrian Park. We'll keep you posted on the details. Mom Goes To Nana's To Shampoo & Blow Dry her Hair ~ Mom went to Nana's after the meeting to shampoo and blow dry her hair. Tracy & Tania Sit Outside By The Pool & Study Italian ~ The girls enjoyed the sunshine by the pool and studied their Italian. Tracy Has Pool Therapy This Evening With Jeff & Greg ~ Tracy had pool therapy with Jeff and Greg this evening. Mom heated the pool to a comfortable 90 degrees, however, the wind had picked up by 4 PM and the air was a little cool (relatively speaking that is). Tracy does not like the slightest bit of chill in the air, and even though it was 89 degrees, it still felt chilly. Mom put on her wet suit vest to help retain her body heat. After her therapy, Tania and Mom gave Tracy a nice warm shower and she was ready for bed! She slept very well that night! Dad Leaves For An AsMA Council Meeting In Colorado Springs This Afternoon ~ dad had a AsMA council meeting this week in Colorado Springs. We miss him already and he just left today! He'll be back late Saturday night! Daily OM: Beyond The Physical : We Are Beings Of Light ~

Wednesday, September 17th, 2008 ~ Mom Went To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom had a great practice this morning at Bikram Yoga. Rachel taught the class and did a great job! The music was a nice touch as well! Everyone had a great class! Tracy & Tania Sit Outside By The Pool & Study Italian ~ Tracy and Tania enjoyed the beautiful sunshine and cool breeze while they studied Italian. Tania has been playing the Italian CDs with Tracy and she has been really listening to the questions. Tania asked her Yes/No questions about what she heard in Italian and Tracy has been nodding Yes or shaking her head No appropriately. Inconsistently, she is using her voice to answer Ah-ha for Yes! Tracy Eats 24 ccs (1 ounce) Of Peach Yogurt This Afternoon ~ Wilmene gave Tracy 24 ounces of peach yogurt this afternoon. It took a while but she did a good job moving her tongue to get the yogurt back and swallowing. Wilmene used a facial stimulator to help encourage Tracy's swallowing. Luca & Luna Get Groomed Today ~ Luca and Luna got their much needed grooming today at Pet Haven. They look so cute. Mom, Tania & Tracy Feed The Fish On The Dock ~ The girls had fun feeding the fish on the dock this afternoon. It was a beautiful day with lots of sunshine and low humidity! Tracy Has Physical Therapy On The Mat With Greg This Evening ~ Tracy had Physical Therapy with Greg on the mat this evening. Greg worked on Tracy's hip, hamstring, and adductor flexibility and range of motion. Then Tania and Greg got Tracy positioned in long sitting and Greg worked with Tracy's head and trunk control and balance. Tracy's trunk is getting much stronger, but she still needs to work on her head control. She is doing much better with turning her head when we call her name and also has improved with eye contact. Three times during her PT session, Tracy stuck her tongue out on command! This is huge! She actually was able to stick her tongue out over her lips, on command. It takes her a little time to work it out, but what a huge turning point for Tracy! She is following commands and is able to control her tongue, where it was once retracted in the back of her mouth! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. 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: Recognizing Our Own Abundance : Planting The Seed Of Generosity ~

Tuesday, September 16th, 2008 ~ Tracy Gets Her Hair Cut & Highlighted By Kerri ~ Kerri came by to highlight and shape up Tracy's hair this morning. She did such a good job with Tracy's hair. She looks beautiful! Mom, Tania, & Tracy Drop Off Tania's Computer For Repair In Hollywood ~ Mom, Tania and Tracy dropped off Tania's lap top for repair in Hollywood before Speech Therapy. Tracy Has Speech Therapy With Aimee At Novasoutheastern University This Afternoon ~ Tracy had Speech Therapy with Aimee at NSU this afternoon. Aimee had prerecorded some conversation bytes about her weekend. Tracy hit the switch to initiate the conversation with Aimee. In fact, she kept hitting the switch and did not allow Aimee to respond to the questions she recorded on the switch. It was funny, Tracy would not give Aimee two seconds to tell Tracy what she did last weekend! It seemed that Tracy was "pulling her leg." Tania was relieved that Tracy was picking on some one else for a change (LOL). Then it was time for Aimee to show Tracy the new fashion pictures she loaded on Tracy's Dynavox. Aimee does such a great job with Tracy. Tracy Has Physical Therapy On The Mat With Dee This Evening ~ Tracy had Physical Therapy with Dee on the mat this evening. Dee ranged and stretched Tracy and then it was time to try out the new e-stim machine that Mom bought. (Medicare would not let Tracy keep the machine that they sent. They wanted Mom to buy it for $720 but Mom told them No and found one for $50 that works fine! Geesh, Mom might be blonde but she was not born yesterday!) Dee worked on Tracy's trunk strength and flexibility and then it was time to work on head control. Tracy is working really hard during her therapies. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. 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: Resisting The Urge To Control : Imposing Your Will On Others ~

Monday, September 15th, 2008 ~ Mom Buys A New E-Stim Machine From Zynex ~ The Physical Therapist who works with Zynex came by this morning to deliver the new E-Stim machine for Tracy. We'll let you know how it works out. Mom Goes To The Dentist For Her Biannual Check Up ~ Mom had a dentist appointment this afternoon for her biannual cleaning and check up. What a blast that was! Can you say root canal? Argh! Mom Goes To Spinning This Evening ~ Mom met Uncle Johnny and Aunt Diane at Spinning this evening. Paul taught the class and it was great! Just what Mom needed. Tania Reads To Tracy On The Patio This Afternoon ~ Tania read to Tracy from the book: Can You Keep A Secret? They are both enjoying the book by Sophie Kinsella. Tracy, Mom, & Tania Listened To Shopaholic & Baby audiobook this afternoon. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. 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: Exploring The Soul : Living A Spiritual Life ~

Sunday, September 14th, 2008 ~ Happy Birthday Nana! ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy & LuLu Join Nana, Uncle Johnny, Aunt Diane, and Jeff For Mass In Pahokee ~ Uncle Johnny said a special Mass for Nana's Birthday at his parish, St. Mary's in Pahokee. The parishioners surprised Nana with a big banner, balloons, a cake, and a marching band after Mass. Uncle Johnny had Nana's baby pictures on the altar. She was so surprised and everyone sang Happy Birthday to her at the end of Mass. They are such warm and compassionate people! Tracy's Hippotherapy & Pool Therapy Is Cancelled In Honor Of Nana's Birthday ~ Mom cancelled Tracy's therapies today so they could participate in Nana's birthday celebration! (Shhh! She turned 90 today!) Everyone Goes To Matteo's For Nana's Birthday Dinner This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed a great evening at Matteo's Italian Ristorante in honor of Nana's Birthday! Cousins Chip and Eileen were also there as well as our good friend Anita and several of Nana's friends. Aunt Diane brought two birthday cakes, one cafe latte, Nana's favorite! Everyone had a great time! WE ALL MISSED CANDY AND HER FAMILY AND TIFFANY AND BENNY! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. 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: Healthful Slumber : The Importance of Sleep ~

Saturday, September 13th, 2008 ~ Nana's B'Day Is Sunday, September 14th! ~ Mom & Dad Go To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom & Dad had a great Bikram Yoga practice this morning. The class was taught by Rachelle, and she played soft, meditative music. It was a great class! Mom Has A Manicure & Pedicure Appointment At Boca Nails ~ Uncle Mike and Aunt Cheryl gave Mom a gift certificate for a mani and pedi at Bocal Nails. Mom enjoyed herself and relaxed! Ahh! Dad & Tracy Watch College Football This Afternoon ~ Dad and Tracy watched college football this afternoon while Mom was gone. Mom Goes To Nana's To Shampoo & Blow Dry Her Hair ~ Mom stopped off at Nana's to shampoo and blow dry her hair. It is so nice to live close by family! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watched Hurricane Ike On The Weather Channel & CNN ~ The gang was glued to the weather channel and CNN all evening, tracking the devastating path of Hurrican Ike! As far as we know, the family is all okay! We were very blessed to receive only gusty winds and minimum rain, but it doesn't look so good for the Gulf shores of Texas. Please pray for safe evacuations for those in Texas who are in the path of Ike! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. 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: Intuitive Guidance From Within : Using Yourself As A Pendulum ~

Friday, September 12th, 2008 ~ Nana's B'Day Is Sunday, September 14th! ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom had a great Bikram Yoga practice this morning. The class was taught by Linda and she did an awesome job! Mom, Tracy, & Tania Work On The Secret Project This Afternoon ~ Mom, Tracy, & Tania worked on the secret project this afternoon before Tracy's Hippotherapy session. It is starting to take shape! Shhh! Tracy Goes To Hippotherapy With Susan At Bit By Bit In Parkland ~ Tracy had Hippotherapy at Bit By Bit in Parkland this afternoon with Susan and Dad. She sat up very tall and worked on her head control. It was really hot and humid, and after 25 minutes, Tracy wilted! Mom, Dad, Tania and Susan also wilted! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watched Hurricane Ike On The Weather Channel & CNN ~ The gang was glued to the weather channel and CNN all evening, tracking the devastating path of Hurrican Ike! As far as we know, the family is all okay! We were very blessed to receive only gusty winds and minimum rain, but it doesn't look so good for the Gulf shores of Texas. Please pray for safe evacuations for those in Texas who are in the path of Ike! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. 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: Walking With Awareness : Mindful Walking ~

Thursday, September 11th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom had a great Bikram Yoga practice this morning. The class was taught by Tania and she did an awesome job! Mom Takes Tracy To The Occupational Therapy Center For New Custom Made Splints ~ Mom and Wilmene took Tracy to Boca Raton Therapy Center to have new resting hand splints made. Tami did a great job tailoring them to Tracy's hands and wrists. We will try them out this evening and see how they work. Tracy, Mom, & Tania Work On A Special Secret Project ~ Tracy, Mom, & Tania worked on a special secret project! It is really taking shape! Shhhh! Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Jeff This Evening ~ Tania and Jeff wrapped Tracy's lower extremities to assist with venous return. Then it was time to get Tracy positioned on the tilt table and obtained baseline vital signs. Then it was time to crank her up to 30 degrees, where she remained for 10 minutes, tolerating the incline with stable vital signs. Mom cranked her up to 45 degrees where she again remained for 20 minutes with stable vital signs. Finally, Mom increased Tracy's incline to 60 degrees where Tracy remained for 20 minutes with stable vital signs. She did such a good job acclimating to the various inclines throughout her session. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watched The Presidential Candidate Forum On National Service ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched the Presidential Candidate Forum On National Service this evening. It was interesting to see how each candidate responded to the interview questions. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. 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! We Are Lucky To Have Missed Hurricane Ike, But It Looks Like It Is Heading Straight For Houston ~ We were very blessed to receive only gusty winds and minimum rain, but it doesn't look so good for the Gulf shores of Texas. Please pray for safe evacuations for those in Texas who are in the path of Ike! Daily OM: Finding Peace Within : A Full Embrace Excluding Nothing ~

Wednesday, September 10th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom had a great Bikram Yoga practice this morning with Linda. She lead a very challenging class with lots of positive energy. Mom, Tracy, & Tania Work On The Surprise Project ~ The girls worked some more on the surprise project this afternoon. It is really coming together. Someone is going to be very surprised. Shhhh! Tracy's Physical Therapy Is Cancelled This Evening ~ The girls were not too disappointed when Jeff called to inform them that PT was cancelled this evening. It meant they had more time to work on the project. A Transformer Blew Up On Our Street & We Had No Power For 8 Hours ~ Thank goodness we have a generator because the power was out for 8 hours (from 11 AM to 7 AM) due to down power lines. We did not miss a beat because we have a generator and it worked. Mom, Dad, Tracy. Luca, & Luna Watch Greta Van Sustern's Special On Sarah Palin ~ Everyone watched the special on Sarah Palin that Greta Van Sustern featured all week long. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. 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!

Tuesday, September 9th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom had a great Bikram Yoga practice this morning with Tania. She lead a very challenging class and the temperature was perfect. Mom, Tracy, Tania, & Wilmene Work On The Secret Project ~ The girls worked on a very special, surprise project this afternoon. It is really taking shape. Tracy Has Speech Therapy With Aimee At Nova Southeastern University This Afternoon ~ Tracy had her first official Speech Therapy session this semester with Aimee this afternoon. Aimee began the session with two Step By Step prerecorded conversations about what she did over the break and this past weekend. Tracy initiates the conversation by hitting the switch which is mounted on her head rest. She was very alert and focused and vocal during her session. She made excellent eye contact with Aimee when she was talking to her. Next, Aimee worked with Tracy on her Dynavox. Tracy hit the switch to initiate the Dynavox, which scans through various topics such as Friends and Family, Fieldtrips, Feelings, etc. Tracy went through the various topics and selected Feelings to start. She hit Happy, when it presented itself. She is doing a good job listening for the various topics and hitting the switch in a timely manner. At the end of the session, Aimee worked with Tracy on her vowel sounds. Tracy watched Aimee's mouth as she modeled the sounds and then moved her mouth, tongue, and lips in an effort to make the sounds. It takes an enormous amount of control, coordination, and patience to speak, as we all are learning throughout this process. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Dee This Evening ~ Dee came by to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He began by stretching and ranging Tracy's major muscles and then it was time to sit her on the peanut ball to work on trunk and head control. Dee worked on trunk rotation, by sitting behind Tracy while she was positioned on the ball. She is doing a really good job and working very hard throughout her therapy sessions. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. 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! Pet Energy : Hands On Healing For Animals ~

Monday, September 8th, 2008 ~ Mom Takes Luca To The Vet To Get His Baby Tooth Pulled ~ Luca had one very stubborn baby tooth left that would not fall out. It was hanging by a thread, so Mom brought him to the vet for Dr. Phillips to pull. She pulled it out in no time. Wonder if the tooth fairy is planning to visit Luca tonight? Dr. Phillips also redrew Luca's liver profiles and they are still very elevated. Dr. Phillips thinks that Luca may have eaten some snail bait in the yard last week when he was sick! Mom Brings Cousin Chip A Chai Tea Latte (With Six Pumps) ~ Mom visited Cousin Chip this morning at his office and brought him a Starbucks chai tea latte with 6 pumps! He was very surprised! Mom, Tania, & Tracy Work On A Surprise Project ~ The girls worked really hard on a surprise project! It is coming along but is very time consuming! More later! Mom, Tracy & Tania Listen To The Finale On Shopaholic & Sister Audiobook ~ The girls finished the audiobook: Shopaholic and Sister this afternoon while they worked on the secret project! It was such a cute book! They will start the sequel: Shopaholic and Baby next. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. 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 Takes The Patio Furniture In Again ~ This Time For Hurricane Ike ~ Here we go again! Dad takes in all the patio furniture in preparation for the feeder bands of Hurricane Ike. We are so lucky that it is going to miss us, but it is possible that we will experience some strong winds and rains tonight. Daily OM: Trying To Please Others : Living For Ourselves ~

Sunday, September 7th, 2008 ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy, & LuLu Go To Hippotherapy With Susan At Bit By Bit In Parkland ~ Tracy had a great session with Breezy at Hippotherapy in Parkland this morning. Her trunk control has really improved and she is trying very hard to hold up her head while riding. We are all very proud of Tracy's hard work and effort. Tracy Has Pool Therapy With Greg & Dad This Afternoon ~ Greg and Dad got Tracy in the pool for therapy. Dad heated the pool to a comfortable 90 degrees and the water was perfect. Dad had Rob, our pool technician, to change over the purification system from chlorine to salt and what a difference! The water is silky and does not smell like chlorine or dry out your skin any more. Nana & Uncle Johnny Come Over For Dinner This Evening ~ Dad and Mom grilled tilapia and sauteed fresh zucchini and yellow squash. It was all really healthy and good. Mom Shampoos & Blow Dries Nana's Hair This Evening ~ Mom shampooed and styled Nana's hair this evening while they watched the Finals at the US Open. Nana loves tennis. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. 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: Messengers Of Light : Rainbows ~

Saturday, September 6th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom went to Bikram Yoga this morning and Lan taught an awesome class. It was just what the doctor ordered. Dad couldn't go because he was on call for American Airlines. Wilmene Gave Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning. She loves her spa days.Wilmene Gave Tracy A Manicure ~ Tracy also got a manicure this morning by Wilmene. She and Tania take such good care of Tracy and keep her looking as beautiful as ever. .Melanie Comes To Give Tracy A Cranial Sacral Therapy Session ~ Melanie came to give Tracy a Cranial Sacral Therapy session this afternoon. Tracy loves her CST and totally relaxes and enjoys it. Melanie Gave Mom & Dad A Cranial Sacral Therapy Session ~ Mom and Dad were next to receive a CST session by Melanie. Melanie has a very healing touch. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch College Football ~ Tracy was rooting for the Hurricanes to beat the Gators! Too bad they didn't beat them this time, but their team is still so young. They will definitely improve througout the season, and be a powerful team in years to come. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. 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: Intuitive Guidance From Within : Using Yourself As A Pendulum ~

Friday, September 5th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Pick Up Nana & Take Her To The Hairdressers In Lake Worth ~ The girls had their monthly hair appointment this morning in Lake Worth with Kerri. It was storming so hard that much of the road was flooded. Mom decided to take Federal all the way north and to stay away from I-95. It proved to be the right choice. Mom Gets A Manicure This Afternoon ~ Mom got a manicure this afternoon on her way home from the hair dressers. She was way overdue. They look a lot better now! Tracy's Hippotherapy Is Cancelled Due To Rain ~ We were on our way out the door when Mom received a call from Susan March, letting us know that Tracy's Hippotherapy has been cancelled today due to rain. This is the third lesson this month that had to be cancelled due to bad weather. Even though it stopped raining in time, the wheel chair would not be able to navigate through the mud! Oh well, we'll give it a shot again on Sunday! Mom, Tracy & Tania Go To Barnes & Noble Book Store To Buy The Sequel To The Audiobook: Shopaholic & Sister! ~ Mom, Tracy and Tania had an impromptu trip to Barnes and Noble Bookstore to look for the sequel to the audiobook they just finished. They found it! Shopaholic & Baby! They can't wait to listen to it! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. 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 Cooks Tortellini & Mom Makes A Salad For Dinner ~ Mom and Dad had a late dinner while they watched the usual news shows: O'Reilly Factor, Hannity & Combs, Gretta VanSusten, etc. Daily OM: The Kaleidoscpope Of Life : Living Together Differently ~

Thursday, September 4th, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom went to Bikram Yoga this morning. Tania taught a very good class. The temperature and humidity was perfect. Mom felt a little stiff but 100 percent better and had a great practice! Mom, Tracy & Tania Go To See Vickie Christina Barcelona This Afternoon ~ The girls went to see the Woody Allen flick Vickie Christina Barcelona. It was a really fun movie with great scenery! Tracy Has Hippotherapy In The Pool This Afternoon ~ Greg and Jeff came to work with Tracy in the pool this afternoon. Mom heated the pool to a very toasty 90 degrees. Even though the pool was nice and warm, there was a light breeze that was uncomfortable to Tracy. She got very vocal and tried really hard to let Jeff and Greg know that she was ready to get out of the pool. She tolerated about 45 minutes in the pool and then it was time for a hot shower. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. 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: Staying Open And Fluid : Judgement Versus. Opinion ~

Wednesday, September 3rd, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom went to Bikram Yoga this morning. She still had some muscle spasms in her right quadratus muscle but she worked through the tightness and listened to her body. She felt much better after the 90-minute class was over. Mom Goes To The Chiropractor For An Adjustment ~ Mom went to the chiropractor this morning for an adjustment. She was definitely out of alignment, and she felt immediate relief! Tracy Has Physical Therapy On The Mat With Greg This Evening ~ Tracy had Physical Therapy with Greg on the mat this afternoon. Tania, Dad, Mom and Greg positioned Tracy prone on the mat. Greg stretched Tracy's hips and hamstrings while prone. Tracy tolerated 25 minutes in this position, maintaining a straight trunk and spine. Then Greg and Tania got Tracy in long sitting position to work on trunk strengthening, while Greg performed some measurements of Tracy's hips, leg lengths, etc. He is documenting Tracy's key measurements over the following weeks. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Luca & Luna Watch The RNC & Governor Sarah Palin's Address ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy Luca and Luna watched Governor Sarah Palin's address at the RNC this evening. Tracy was smiling and laughing at various times throughout her speech. She seems very happy that there is finally a woman for Vice President on the Republican ticket! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. 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:Right Where We Are : Enlightenment At Home ~

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2008 ~ Mom Takes Another Day Off From Yoga & Goes To Get A Massage This Morning ~ Mom skipped Bikram Yoga this morning and got a massage from Fern. She still had some muscle spasms in her right quadratus muscle, and was sore and stiff. She felt much better after her massage. Tania Shapes Tracy's Eyebrows This Morning ~ Tania shaped Tracy's eye brows this morning. She does such a good job keeping Tracy beautiful! Our girl sure is beautiful! Tracy Has Her First Speech Therapy Session With Aimee At NSU In The New Semester ~ Tracy had her first Speech Therapy session with Aimee at NSU this semester. Aimee had prepared two Step By Step sequential switches, one about what they both did on the break, and the other about the John Mayer concert. Tracy did a good job maintaining eye contract with Aimee, and also hitting the switch tto initiate the conversation. She even laughed appropriately at key times in the conversation! Then it was time to work with Tracy's Dynavox. Tracy hit the switch on Feelings several times, once indicating that she was Happy and another that she was Tired! This was by far the best Speech Therapy session that Tracy has had! She was very engaged and interactive throughout the entire session. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. 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:Freeing Up Energy : Healing What Hurts ~

Monday, September 1st, 2008 ~ Mom Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Mom took a break from Bikram Yoga this morning because she had spasms in her right quadratus muscle. Mom relaxed in the sunshine for a bit to get her Vitamin D fix. She and Dad relaxed in the hot tub too. It sure did help Mom's muscle spasms. Tracy Relaxes & Stretches On The CPM This Morning ~ Tracy relaxed and stretched her hips and hamstrings on the CPM machine this morning, an hour and a half on each leg. Mom Orders Chinese Food For The Girls ~ Mom orderd Chinese food for the gang today in celebration of Labor Day. It was really good! Everyone Watches Hurricane Gustav Approach Louisiana & The Gulf Coast ~ Everyone was glued to the television watching major news networks and the Weather Channel, keeping an eye on our friends and family in Louisiana. Mamaw and Papaw lost two large trees, but otherwise, were unscathed. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. 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:Right Where We Are : Enlightenment At Home ~

Sunday, August 31st, 2008 ~ John Mayer Concert! ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy & LuLu Go To 11 AM Mass This Morning ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy and LuLu went to Mass this morning since Hippotherapy was cancelled due to rain in Parkland. It was really a nice surprise! Tracy's Hippotherapy Is Cancelled Due To Rain ~ We were on our way out the door when Mom received a call from Susan March, letting us know that Tracy's Hippotherapy has been cancelled today due to rain. Oh well, we'll give it a shot again on Friday! Tracy Has Physical Therapy On The Mat With Jeff ~ Tracy had Hippotherapy on the mat with Jeff this afternoon. He and Dad got Tracy in long sitting position and stretched and ranged her hips and trunk. Jeff sat behind Tracy while Dad sat in front of her. They put the large peanut therapy ball in between Tracy's feet so that she could get a good stretch to her adductors. Then Dad held Tracy's hands on top of the ball to help her stretch her trunk. Tracy worked really hard and did a good job holding her head up throughout her therapy session. Tracy, Mom, Tania, Wilmene & Melanie Go To See John Mayer This Evening In West Palm Beach ~ It was "girls night out" at John Mayer's concert this evening at the Cruzan Amphitheater in West Palm Beach. The opening band was, One Republic, one of Tiffany's favorite bands! They played Mom's favorite: Apologize, as an encore. The girls all wore colorful boas, and Mom swears John Mayer looked over at them in the front row and winked when he came out on stage. He played for two hours, playing most of his hits and some new covers. He opened with Free Falling! It was a great concert and Tracy and the girls had a great time. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several weeks. 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:Enduring Discomfort : Missing Our Old Habits ~