Friday, April 30th, 2010 ~ Happy Birthday Aunt Diane ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Veronica At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio ~ Mom cancelled her Pilates Circuit class with Christine this morning because she was the only one (it's a semi-private) and went to Veronica's Hot Yoga class. It was a great class and very challenging. Veronica is such a great yoga instructor. Mom Goes To Janet's Yogalates Class This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio ~ Mom had an awesome Yogalates class this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio. She continues to rack up the classes towards her Challenge. Mom Meets Aunt Diane, Nadesha, & Nana This Afternoon For Lunch At Cafe Sequella In Royal Palm Plaza ~ Mom treated everyone to lunch today at Cafe Sequella in Royal Palm Plaza for Aunt Diane's birthday. They had a great lunch and a fun time. After lunch, they went shopping at one of Mom's favorite boutiques: Titi Girl. Nana bought Mom the cutest skirt and shirt. She really loves it. After shopping, Mom and Aunt Diane checked out Beehive Fitness in Boca Raton. They have Spinning classes and Mom is missing her Spinning. Tracy Is Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: A Relationship With Self: Being Alone ~

Thursday, April 29th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Kate's Hot Yoga Class This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice with Kate at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was a perfect temperature with lots of humidity. She has such a calming voice and a soothing class, while still making it very challenging! Mom Meets Aunt Diane At Macy's For Some Shopping This Afternoon ~ Mom and Aunt Diane went shopping this afternoon at Macy's at City Center. They found some really cute outfits at their Friends and Family Sale. Tania Does Tracy's Neck Strengthening Exercises This Evening ~ Tania worked with Tracy on her neck strengthening exercises for 20 minutes this evening. She works so hard with Tracy! Tania Massages & Stretches Tracy's Hands, Wrists, Feet & Ankles This Evening ~ Tania massaged and stretched Tracy's ankles, feet, wrist and hands this evening. She really takes such good care of Tracy! Mom & Dad Watch Private Practice & Grey's Anatomy This Evening ~ Mom & Dad were happy that there was a new episode of Private Practice & Grey's Anatomy on this evening. Looks like we are getting pretty close to the season finales of all our favorite shows! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Intuition Set In Stone: Prayer Stone Stacks ~

Wednesday, April 28th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Keri At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice with Keri this afternoon at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. She teaches such a challenging class, and the temperature was perfect. Mom Takes Liz's Yoga Class Today ~ Mom took Liz's Traditonal Yoga Express at 10:45 and is racking up her classes with the goal of finishing all 45 by May 7th, or sooner! Tania Works With Tracy On Her Neck Strengthening Exercises ~ Tania worked with Tracy on her neck strengthening exercises this evening while they watched Cash Cab. She also stretched and ranged her hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, legs, ankles, and feet. Greg Cancels Physical Therapy Today With Tracy ~ Greg was so busy at work that he had to cancel Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. Hope he can make it next week. Tracy Is Still Not Getting Speech Therapy With Patty ~ Patty still does not have the proper electrodes to perform e-stim with Tracy! It's been more than three weeks! Argh! Tracy Is Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Offerings Of The Day: Finding Gifts In All ~

Tuesday, April 27th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Jenna This Morning ~ Mom had a great class this morning with Jenna! She is such an intense instructor! Mom loves her classes! Dee Cancels Tracy's Physical Therapy This Afternoon Due To Work Demands ~ Dee cancelled Tracy's Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening due to increased work demands. Both he and Greg have been really busy at their individual therapy centers. Mom may need to find an additional therapist soon, if things continue to be so hectic. Tracy Is Visited By The Legion Of Mary Volunteers From St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church In Lighthouse Point ~ Tracy was visited by the wonderful Legion Of Mary volunteers from St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church in Lighthouse Point. They brought her several wind chimes and a cute stuffed shark. They are so thoughtful and Tracy and all of us really enjoyed their visit. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Their Favorite Shows This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy watched their favorite shows this evening! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Shedding Light On Ourselves: Parts That Don't Want To Heal ~

Monday, April 26th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Paige This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom enjoyed Hot Yoga this morning with Paige at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. We are well into the Challenge and Mom is logging those Yoga classes. She plans to finish her 45 classes by May 7th, two weeks ahead of schedule. Keep your fingers crossed! Tracy Wears Her Wrist Splints For Two Hours Today ~ Tracy wore her wrist splints for two hours today. It is important for Tracy to wear them now that she has received her Botox. Tania Is On Jury Duty Today & We Miss Her ~ Tania was called to jury duty today and we sure did miss her! We hope she is back with us tomorrow (fingers crossed!) Mom & Wilmene Put Tracy On Her CPM Machine For Passive Range Of Motion This Evening ~ Tracy had not been on her CPM machine for quite a while. She tolerated one and a half hours on both legs. This is a good substitute for her Physical Therapy sessions. Mom & Dad Watch Dancing With The Stars This Evening ~ Mom and Dad enjoyed watching Dancing With The Stars and 24 this evening. Mom likes Nichole from the Pussy Cat Dolls the best. She is a natural! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Releasing & Welcoming: Energetic Sweeping ~

Sunday, April 25th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Live Music This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great hot yoga class this morning with Veronica. It was an extra special class because Richard Brookens played live music during the class. It was awesome. Susan Cancels Tracy's Hippotherapy At Bit-By-Bit This Afternoon ~ Susan, Tracy's Physical Therapist, has a respiratory virus and had to cancel Tracy's Hippotherapy session this afternoon. We hope she feels better and will try again next weekend! Nana, Uncle Johnny, Nadesha, Aunt Diane & Jeff Come Over For Dinner ~ The family came over this evening for pizza, hot tub, and a boat ride. Dad took Uncle Johnny, Aunt Diane, and our neighbors Scott and Peter out on the intracoastal for a ride to Lauderdale By The Sea. They had a great ride and Dad had another awesome docking! Uncle Johnny helped Dad hose down the boat when they returned. Mom & Dad Watch Desperate Housewives & Brothers & Sisters This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched their favorite Sunday shows this evening. Mom could barely keep her eyes open and even fell asleep before the show ended. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Tethered To The Earth: Existing In Bodies ~

Saturday, April 24th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Noah ~ Mom went to Hot Yoga this morning with Noah. He teaches such a challenging class and it was really hot and humid. What a great class! Tracy Gets A Facial This Morning By Wilmene ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning! She really loves her facials and Saturday spa days. Mom & Dad Take The Neighbors For A Boatride To Ft. Lauderdale ~ Mom and Dad took our neighbor and her family who were visiting from Rochester, New York on the boat. Dad had another great docking experience and is feeling very comfortable driving the boat. Mom is learning the ropes too (HaHa, she manages the lines!) Mom & Dad Watch Their Favorite Shows On DVR ~ Mom and Dad watched their favorite episodes that they DVRed. Tracy Is Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Spiritualizing The Planet: Ascension ~

Friday, April 23rd, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Her Pilates Circuit Class This Morning With Christine & Diane At Wellness & Motion ~ Mom had a great Pilates Circuit class with Christine and Diane this morning. She is really seeing some improvement in her core strength, and is thankful that this is protecting her hips! Mom Goes To Janet's Yogalates Class This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio ~ Mom had an awesome Yogalates class this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio. She continues to rack up the classes towards her Challenge. Gio & Dad Pick Up The Pretty Mosaic Table From Jeff This Evening ~ Gio helped Dad transport a mosaic table and urn pedestal to our house It was so heavy, they had to use a dolly and then some! Whew! What a beautiful table! It looks like it was made for our kitchen! Mom Grills Chicken Breasts This Evening ~ Mom grilled chicken breasts and steamed some fresh veggies this evening. After dinner, Mom and Dad went into the hot tub! It was a perfect evening with lots of stars! Tracy Is Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: As The Day You Were Born : Being Naked ~

Thursday, April 22nd, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Kate's Hot Yoga Class This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice with Kate at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was a perfect temperature with lots of humidity. She has such a calming voice and a soothing class, while still making it very challenging! Mom Goes To The Dentist This Morning ~ Mom went to Dr. Camuccio this morning to glue her crown back in her mouth! It fell out last night at bedtime! Good thing it didn't happen while she was sleeping. Mom Goes To Boca Nails For A Pedicure & A Manicure This Afternoon ~ Mom enjoyed a Pedicure and a Manicure at Boca Nails this afternoon. She was well overdue! Tania Does Tracy's Neck Strengthening Exercises This Evening ~ Tania worked with Tracy on her neck strengthening exercises for 20 minutes this evening. She works so hard with Tracy! Dad Misses His Bikram Class This Evening Due To Problems On The Train ~ Dad missed his Bikram class this evening due to a hold-up on the train. He got home too late to get to Boca Raton. Tania Massages & Stretches Tracy's Hands, Wrists, Feet & Ankles This Evening ~ Tania massaged and stretched Tracy's ankles, feet, wrist and hands this evening. She really takes such good care of Tracy! Mom & Dad Watch Private Practice This Evening ~ Mom & Dad were happy that there was a new episode of Private Practice on this evening. Looks like we are getting pretty close to the season finales of all our favorite shows! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Gladdening Nourishment: Stillness ~

Wednesday, April 21st, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Keri At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice with Keri this afternoon at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. She teaches such a challenging class, and the temperature was perfect. Mom Takes Two More Yoga Classes Today ~ Mom took Liz's Traditonal Yoga Express at 10:45 and then stayed for the Warm & Gentle class with Veronica at 1 PM. She is racking up her classes with the goal of finishing all 45 by May 7th! She was pretty wiped by the third class! Woo Hoo! Tania Works With Tracy On Her Neck Strengthening Exercises ~ Tania worked with Tracy on her neck strengthening exercises this evening while they watched Cash Cab. She also stretched and ranged her hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, legs, ankles, and feet. Greg Cancels Physical Therapy Today With Tracy ~ Greg was so busy at work that he had to cancel Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. Hope he can make it next week. Tracy Is Still Not Getting Speech Therapy With Patty ~ Patty still does not have the proper electrodes to perform e-stim with Tracy! It's been more than three weeks! Argh! Tracy Is Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Learning To Follow: Little Gurus ~

Tuesday, April 20th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Jenna This Morning ~ Mom had a great class this morning with Jenna! She is such an intense instructor! Mom loves her classes! Mom & Tania Take Tracy To Miami For Botox This Afternoon ~ Dad met Mom, Tania and Tracy at the University of Miami for Dr. Rubin to give Tracy her Botox injections. He injected 700 units into Tracy's arms, hands, pectorals, and shoulders. She really was alert and Mom is sure that she was silently screaming (she was shaping her mouth like a scream without the sound!). She received over 40 injections! It is so difficult for Mom, Dad, and Tania to watch her get so many shots. It helps her in the long run, since Botox reduces the tone in her upper extremities. It had been over three months since her last administration, and her hands and wrists were pretty tight! Dee Comes To Do Massage Therapy This Evening ~ Dee came to do Massage Therapy with Tracy this evening. Since she had such a stressful day, Dee decided to massage her in her bed! Dad Goes To Bikram Hot Yoga This Evening In Boca Raton ~ Dad went to Bikram Hot Yoga in Boca Raton this evening. He sure does love his yoga practice. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Their Favorite Shows This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy watched their favorite shows this evening! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Deeksha: Permanent Enlightenment ~

Monday, April 19th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Paige This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom enjoyed Hot Yoga this morning with Paige at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. We are well into the Challenge and Mom is logging those Yoga classes. She plans to finish her 45 classes by May 7th, two weeks ahead of schedule. Keep your fingers crossed! Tania Adds Pomegranate Juice To Tracy's Supplements ~ Tania began adding pomegranate juice (and discontinued cranberry juice) to Tracy's supplements today, which also contains 4 ouces of papaya juice. We'll let you know how Tracy likes the pomegranate juice! Tania Works With Tracy On Her Neck Strengthening Exercises ~ Tania worked with Tracy on her neck strengthening exercises for almost twenty minutes this evening, while they watched Celebrity Apprentice. What a riot Cindy Lauper is! Mom & Dad Watch Dancing With The Stars This Evening ~ Mom and Dad enjoyed watching Dancing With The Stars and 24 this evening. Mom likes Nichole from the Pussy Cat Dolls the best. She is a natural! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: The Real Thing: Love Should Feel Good ~

Sunday, April 18th, 2010 ~ Mom, Dad, & LuLu Go To Hippotherapy At Bit-By-Bit In Parkland ~ Mom, Dad, and LuLu brought Tracy to Bit-By-Bit in Parkland today for her Hippotherapy session with Breezy. Tracy did a good job with trunk control but refused to hold up her head! She hung on until the 30 minutes were over, when Dad and Susan wiped out and couldn't hold Tracy up any longer. Mom & Dad Watch Brothers & Sisters Two-Hour Special This Evening ~ Mom & Dad watched the two-hour special episode of Brothers & Sisters this evening. It was really good! Mom sure does love this show. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Valuable Information: The Message Of Pain ~

Saturday, April 17th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Noah ~ Mom went to Hot Yoga this morning with Noah. He teaches such a challenging class and it was really hot and humid. What a great class! Today, he tried something different and did the entire class with no music! Argh! He wanted to motivate everyone to focus on their breathing, without the music. Mom really did miss her music! Tracy Gets A Facial This Morning By Wilmene ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning! She really loves her facials and Saturday spa days. Mom & Dad Take Aunt Diane Out On The Boat This Afternoon ~ Tracy hung out with Wilmene today while Mom and Dad took Aunt Diane and Luca out on the boat! It was Dad's first time taking the boat out without the captain and he did a great job, especially docking it! It was a beautiful day and there were a lot of boats on the Intracoastal. They headed North to Nana's so that they could wave at her and toot the horn! She loved going out on the balcony and waving at us! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To 4:30 PM Mass This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy went to 4:30 PM Mass this afternoon at St. Paul's Church in Lighthouse Point. It was a beautiful Mass! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Inner Spring Cleaning: Detoxing Your Body ~

Friday, April 16th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Pilates Circuit With Christine & Diane This Morning At Wellness & Motion In Pompano ~ Mom had a great Pilates Circuit class with Christine and Diane this morning. She worked with us on the tower and the reformer. What a great workout! Christine is such a good Pilates instructor. Mom Goes To Yogalates Today With Janet At Awaken Hot Yoga ~ Mom is still working on the yoga challenge and is focusing on getting to 45 classes by May 7th! The deadline is May 21st, but Mom is determined to reach her goal by the 7th! Tania Is Off Today Visiting With Her Mom ~ Tania is enjoying her Mom's and Sam's visit today and is off from work. We sure do miss her! Nana, Aunt Diane, & Nadesha Come Over For A Visit This Afternoon ~ Mom met Aunt Diane, Nadesha and Nana at Starbucks in Deerfield this afternoon for a chai tea latte. Then they came back to visit with Tracy for a while. It was so nice that they sat outside for a while. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Burdensome Feelings: Blaming Others ~

Thursday, April 15th, 2010 ~ Income Tax Day! ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga Fusion With Kate This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a hot and challenging Hot Yoga Fusion practice today with Kate at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. It was Kate's first time teaching the 9 AM slot and she did an awesome job! It is Day 24 in the Yoga Challenge and Mom has completed 21 out of 45 classes! Just about half way there! Tania Is Off Today ~ Tania took the day off today to spend some time with her family who are visiting from the Bronx. We sure do miss her and hope she enjoys her time off with her family! Wilmene Puts Tracy's Hand Splints On Today ~ Wilmene put Tracy's new hand splints on her today. Tracy tolerated a little more than two hours with them on. Tracy Has The Day Off From Therapy Today ~ Tracy seemed happy to have the day off from her therapy today! Mom Goes To The Doctor For Her Annual Physical This Afternoon ~ Mom had her annual physical today with Dr. Chidiac and received an excellent report. It sure feels good to be done for another year! Mom & Dad Watch Grey's Anatomy & Private Practice This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched two of their favorite programs this evening: Grey's Anatomy & Private Practice. It is hard to believe that it soon will be time for the season finale! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Women's Support: Becoming Our Own Role Models ~

Wednesday, April 14th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Afternoon With Keri In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom went to Hot Yoga with Keri this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. Keri taught an inspiring and challenging class. Rene' Goes To Orlando For Her Business Meeting ~ Mom sure hated to see Rene' leave for her business meeting in Orlando. She had a great visit with Rene', but it went by way too fast! Dad Goes To New York For The Day For Work ~ Dad left for New York for his monthly meeting at Laguardia! Mom Has A Dentist Appointment With Dr. Camuccio In Pompano Beach ~ Mom got her NTI this afternoon from Dr. Camuccio. It is so nice to wake up with no jaw pain from grinding all night! Wilmene & Marie Put Tracy's Yogitoes On Her Feet To Stretch Her Toes ~ Wilmene and Marie put Tracy's Yogitoes on her feet this moring for 20 minutes to stretch her toes. Greg Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Afternoon ~ Greg came by to stretch and range Tracy this evening. He stretched all of her major muscle groups and then Mom and Tania assisted Greg in getting Tracy prone. Tracy relaxed on her tummy and tolerated 25 minutes. Then Greg and Tania got Tracy straddled on the peanut ball for some trunk and head control exercises. .Mom & Dad Watch Their Favorite DVRed Programs This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched their favorite shows on DVR this evening. They watched one of Mom's favorite new shows: Parenthood. She is keeping her fingers crossed that this show stays on. Tracy Is Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: An Empowered Perspective: Importance Of Forgiveness ~

Tuesday, April 13th, 2010 ~ Mom & Rene' Go To Hot Yoga This Morning With Jenna At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom and Rene' had a great hot yoga practice this morning with Jenna at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. She teaches a very challenging class, which Mom loves. The room was nice and toasty too! Mom, Rene', Tania, Wilmene & Tracy Go To Delray Beach For The Afternoon ~ Everyone enjoyed walking along the beach in Delray and then checking out the little shops on Atlantic Avenue. It is such a picturesque little place. The weather was beautiful and Tracy seemed to really enjoy herself. Dee Cancels Tracy's Physical Therapy Session This Evening Due To A Schedule Conflict ~ Dee was so busy at work that he had to cancel Tracy's Physical Therapy this evening. It worked out well, because the girls were able to stay at the beach a little longer. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Evening In Boca Raton ~ Dad enjoyed his Bikram Yoga practice this evening in Boca Raton! He has lost 30 pounds since he started back to Bikram six months ago! Mom Broils Tilapia & Makes Arugula Salad For Dinner This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed a healthy dinner of tilapia and arugula salad this evening. Mom & Dad Watch 24 After Lost This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched their favorite show: 24 this evening, after Rene' watched Lost. Mom was so lost watching Lost! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Owning The Roots : Leading By Example ~

Monday, April 12th, 2010 ~ Mom & Rene' Go To Hot Yoga With Paige This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom and Rene' had a great Hot Yoga practice this morning with Paige at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was a great class, very hot and humid, and very challenging. Mom & Rene' Go To Boca Nails For Pedicures & Manicures ~ Mom and Rene' relaxed and enjoyed getting their nails done at Boca Nails this afternoon. They enjoyed an antipasto and cappucino at Saquella Cafe in Royal Palm Plaza after their nail appointments. They were pleasantly surprised when they ran into Nana, Uncle Johnny, and Nadesha! Mom, Tracy, Rene' & Dad Watch Dancing With The Stars & Castle This Evening ~ Mom and Dad enjoyed relaxing and catching up on their favorite television shows this evening. Mom is rooting for Nichole and Evan as the season winner! We will see! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Where The Soul Is: Finding The Place You Belong ~

Sunday, April 11th, 2010 ~ Rene' Arrives This Morning For A Visit With Us ~ We are so excited for Rene to visit with us for a few days! The last time she visited us was in October. Mom, Dad, Tracy & Rene' Go To 11:30 AM Mass At St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy and Rene' enjoyed Mass this morning at St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church in Lighthouse Point. Tracy really seems to be at peace when she is in Church. Mom, Dad, & Rene' Stop For Starbucks After Mass ~ Mom, Dad, and Rene' enjoyed lattes at Starbucks after Mass this afternoon. Tracy's Hippotherapy With Susan At Bit-By-Bit Is Cancelled This Afternoon ~ Susan, Tracy's Physical Therapist, is still having trouble with her shoulder and had to cancel Tracy's Hippotherapy session this afternoon. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Transforming Anger To Light: Give Your Anger To The Earth ~

Saturday, April 10th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Noah ~ Mom went to Hot Yoga this morning with Noah. He teaches such a challenging class and it was really hot and humid. What a great class! Tracy Gets A Facial This Morning By Wilmene ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning! She really loves her facials and Saturday spa days. Mom & Dad Go For A Long Boatride To Ft. Lauderdale ~ Mom and Dad had a great day on the boat. They went to Ft. Lauderdale and experienced many bridges and the procedure for them to open! It was a lot of fun! Mom & Dad Watch Their Favorite Shows On DVR ~ Mom and Dad watched their favorite episodes that they DVRed. Tracy Is Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Days Of Affirmation: Sending Love Ahead To Your Day ~

Friday, April 9th, 2010 ~ Mom Stays Home With Cousins Dawn, Sophia, & Isabella This Morning ~ Mom skipped her Pilates Circuit class this morning to visit with the cousins who spent the night with us. It was so nice to catch up with the girls. They are so cute and so smart! Isabella is a riot and always in perpetual motion. Mom Takes Nana & Nadesha To Their Hair Appointment This Afternoon ~ Mom took Nana and Nadesha to their appointment with Kerri @thehairnet this afternoon in Lake Worth. She does such a great job making Mom and Nana beautiful! Nana, Jeff, Uncle Johnny, Aunt Diane, & Nadesha Come Over For Dinner This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed Subway footlongs this evening and hung out together. It is so nice to have family close by! Tracy Is Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Less Than Perfect : The Humanity Of Leaders ~

Thursday, April 8th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Paige's Hot Yoga Class This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice with Paige at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was a perfect temperature with lots of humidity.Tania Does Tracy's Neck Strengthening Exercises This Evening ~ Tania worked with Tracy on her neck strengthening exercises for 20 minutes this evening. She works so hard with Tracy! Tania Massages & Stretches Tracy's Hands, Wrists, Feet & Ankles This Evening ~ Tania massaged and stretched Tracy's ankles, feet, wrist and hands this evening. She really takes such good care of Tracy! Guy & The Girls Come Over For Bonefish Macs& To Spend The Night With Us ~ Guy and the girls came over this evening and everyone enjoyed Bonefish Macs. They spent the night and everyone went in the hot tub! It was so much fun to hang out with the cousins! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Following Nature's Cycles : Earth Living ~

Wednesday, April 7th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Keri At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice with Keri this afternoon at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. She teaches such a challenging class, and the temperature was perfect. Mom Takes The Dogs To The Groomer ~ Mom took Luca and Luna to the groomer for their day of beauty. They look and smell so good! Tracy Has An Appointment With Dr. Galvez To Get Her Baclofen Pump Refilled ~ Tracy had an appointment at the Cleaveland Clinic to get her baclofen pump refilled. He kept Tracy's dose the same at 226 micrograms/day. Mom Has A Bit-By-Bit Board Of Director's Meeting This Evening ~ Mom attended the BBB Board of Directors meeting at the Pompano Public Works Department conference room. She is the secretary and responsible for the minutes. Tracy Is Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Just Being There: Acting As Guardian ~

Tuesday, April 6th, 2010 ~ Mom Works With Marie To Get Tracy Ready For The Day ~ Wilmene was off and so Mom had to sub as Tracy's personal assistant this morning . Marie did a great job with Tracy's morning routing. Mom needs a little more training. (LOL) Mom Has A Doctor's Appointment For Her Annual Physical This Afternoon ~ Mom had her physical this afternoon and was pleased that everything came out good. All of her lab tests were normal. Dee Comes To Do Physical & Massage Therapy This Evening ~ Dee came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. After stretching and ranging Tracy's major muscle groups, Dee, Tania and Mom got Tracy prone on the mat for some more stretching. Tracy tolerated 41 minutes on her tummy. This is such a good stretch for Tracy! Dad Goes To Bikram Hot Yoga This Evening In Boca Raton ~ Dad went to Bikram Hot Yoga in Boca Raton this evening. He sure does love his yoga practice. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Their Favorite Shows This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy watch their favorite shows this evening! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: A Different Approach To Anger: Revenge ~

Monday, April 5th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Paige This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom enjoyed Hot Yoga this morning with Paige at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. Today starts the 60-day challenge, during which Mom has to complete 45 classes to accomplish her goal. Keep your fingers crossed! Tracy Has A Dentist Appointment This Afternoon At Nova Southeastern University Dental School ~ Tracy had her 6-month cleaning and check-up this afternoon with the dental resident at Nova Southeastern University Dental School. Tracy got a good report and the resident did an awesome job cleaning her teeth. She was so happy to see that Tracy wears a night guard to prevent her from grinding down her teeth. Tania Works With Tracy On Her Neck Strengthening Exercises ~ Tania worked with Tracy on her neck strengthening exercises for almost twenty minutes this evening. Mom & Dad Watch Dancing With The Stars This Evening ~ Mom and Dad enjoyed watching the season's premier of Dancing With The Stars this evening. Mom likes Nichole from the Pussy Cat Dolls the best. She is a natural! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: The Mind Follows No Timeline: Learning Something New ~

Sunday, April 4th, 2010 ~ Happy Easter ~ Mom, Dad, & LuLu Go To Easter Mass At St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy and LuLu enjoyed Easter Sunday service at St. Pauls in Lighthouse Point. The church was so beautifully decorated and packed with families home for the holiday. Aunt Diane & Jeff Host Easter Dinner At Jeff's New House ~ Aunt Diane and Jeff hosted the family for Easter dinner at Jeff's new house in Boynton Beach. They had turkey with all the fixins. It was delicious. Aunt Diane stuffed plastic eggs with candy and hid them around the house for Isabella and Sophia to hunt. It was a lot of fun! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Celebrating What Truly Counts: The Perfect Holiday ~

Saturday, April 3rd, 2010 ~ Holy Saturday ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Noah ~ Mom went to Hot Yoga this morning with Noah. He teaches such a challenging class and it was really hot and humid. What a great class! Tracy Gets A Facial This Morning By Wilmene ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning! She really loves her facials and Saturday spa days. Tracy Relaxes Watching Spiderman Today ~ Tracy and Wilmene relaxed and watched Spiderman this afternoon. It is such a good movie. Isabella, Sophia, Aunt Diane, & Nana Come Over This Evening To Have Pizza & To Color Easter Eggs ~ Everyone enjoyed visiting with Isabella and Sophia this evening. Aunt Diane and Sophia colored Easter eggs while Mom kept Isabella out of trouble! The pizza was really good too! It is so much fun to have cousins visiting us! Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: At Your Own Pace: The Tortoise And The Hare ~

Friday, April 2nd, 2010 ~ Good Friday ~ Mom Goes To Pilates Circuit With Christine & Lori This Morning At Wellness Motion In Pompano ~ Mom had a great Pilates Circuit class with Christine and Lori this morning. She worked with us on the chair, which challenged our balance. Christine is a really good Pilates instructor. Mom Goes To Boca Nails For A Much-Needed Pedicure & Manicure ~ Mom had a much-needed manicure and pedicure this afternoon at Boca Nails. Tracy Is A Little Sleepy Today ~ Tracy was a little sleepy today. Tania massaged and ranged Tracy's hands, shoulders, wrists, and fingers. She massaged her head and neck, which is Tracy's favorite! Tracy Wears Her Splints For One & A Half Hours This Afternoon ~ Wilmene put Tracy's splints on her hands/wrists for an hour and a half this afternoon. She tolerated them well. Mom & Dad Watch Flash Forward & The Mentalist This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched two of their favorite programs which they DVRed: Flash Forward and The Mentalist. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: What We See: Judging Others ~

Thursday, April 1st, 2010 ~ Holy Thursday ~ Mom Goes To Paige's Hot Yoga Class This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa practice this morning with Paige, who was subbing for Elisa. She is such an inspiring and challenging instructor! Mom loves her class! Patty Postpones Tracy's Speech Therapy Until Next Week ~ Once again, Patty postponed Tracy's Speech Therapy session until next week. She wants to start e-stim with Tracy, and did not have the proper electrodes. She plans to come to the house on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday next week. Tracy, Mom & Tania Meet Stefano & His Family To Bring Them To Bit-By-Bit This Afternoon ~ Tracy, Mom, and Tania went to Therapies 4 Kids this afternoon to pick up Stefano, Giuseppe, Zina, and Angela so that they could follow us to Bit-By-Bit in Pompano. Susan evaluated Stefano for hippotherapy, and he even got to ride on Gypsy. He looked so good sitting up nice and tall on the horse. Tracy was so excited to see Stefano riding Gypsy! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To Holy Thursday Mass At St. Pauls In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy enjoyed a beautiful Mass at St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church in Lighthouse Point. Three priests concelebrated the Mass with all the altar servers and a seminarian. Even several of the First Communicants participated in the procession. It was so beautiful, especially when they turned off the lights and had the candles lit. Mom & Dad Watch Grey's Anatomy & Private Practice This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched Grey's Anatomy and Private Practice, two of Mom's favortie shows this evening. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Compelled To Create: Embracing Your Muse ~