Thursday, December 31st, 2009 ~ New Year's Eve & Mom & Dad's 30th Anniversary! ~ Dad Takes Nana To The Emergency Room This Morning ~ Dad took Nana to the Emergency Room this morning. She pulled some muscles in her groin during the night. They admitted her to the hospital for tests. More information later. Mom Takes Tiffany To The Dentist This Morning ~ Mom took Tiffany to the dentist for her dental appointment this morning. Mom Goes To The Hospital To Stay With Nana This Afternoon ~ Mom went to Boca Community Hospital this afternoon to stay with Nana. Tiffany, Mamaw, & Phyllis Go Shopping At Town Center Mall This Afternoon ~ The girls enjoyed shopping at Coldwater Creek at the Town Center Mall. The Guys Go To The Cigar & Wine Bar This Afternoon ~ The guys enjoyed wine tasting and cigar smoking at Reel Time Cigar and Wine Bar. Everyone Meets And Has A Late Lunch At The Cove Restaurant ~ The guys and the girls met at the Cove Restaurant for a late lunch. Mom & Dad Stay With Nana At The Hospital This Evening ~ Mom and Dad stayed with Nana at the hospital until Uncle Johnny arrived. Tiffany & Benny Cook Dinner For Mom & Dad's Anniversary This Evening ~ Tiffany and Benny cooked the best dinner this evening in honor of Mom and Dad's 30th wedding anniversary. They brought some up for Nana and Uncle Johnny at the hospital! Everyone Rings In The New Year At The House This Evening ~ Tiffany and Benny bought a beautiful cake and lots of hats, and noisemakers! 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: Filling Imaginary Voids : Consuming To Heal ~

Wednesday, December 30th, 2009 ~ Dad Goes To Pick Up Cousins Phyllis & Jeff This Morning At Ft. Lauderdale International Airport ~ Dad picked up Phyllis and Jeff this morning at Ft. Lauderdale International Airport. It is so good to have them visiting us for the holidays! Phyllis, Tiffany & Mom Go For A Walk Around The Neighborhood ~ The girls enjoyed going for a walk around the neighborhood this afternoon. Everyone Continues To Work On Winter Wonderland On The Green Puzzle ~ Everyone has been putting together a 1,000 piece puzzle called Winter Wonderland On The Green. It is a very complicated puzzle! Phyllis found the missing piece in the crack of the sofa under the cushion! Yay! We were able to finish the puzzle! Dad Takes Jeff, Benny, & Emil For A Boatride Around Lighthouse Point ~ Everyone had a nice boatride around Lighthouse Point this evening. The Christmas lights were really pretty from the water. Everyone Orders Bonefish Mac For Dinner This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed ribs and salads from Bonefish Macs this evening. They have the best ribs in town. Everyone Enjoys Relaxing In The Hot Tub This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub 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: Runes : An Alphabet Of Enlightenment ~

Tuesday, December 29th, 2009 ~ Benny Takes Mamaw To The Hairdressers This Morning ~ Benny took Mamaw to the hairdressers this morning. Dad & Benny Go To Crystal Lake To Play Golf This Afternoon ~ Dad and Benny played 18 holes of golf this afternoon at Crystal Lake. Dad made it through thirteen holes and then caddied for Benny for the last five! They had a lot of fun! Emil, Mom, & Tiffany Go For A Long Walk To Starbucks This Morning ~ Emil, Mom and Tiffany walked five and three-quarter miles to Starbucks and back this morning. It was a beautiful day! Everyone Goes To See The Rockettes Christmas Spectacular This Evening At The Bank Atlantic Center ~ Everyone got dressed up and went to see the Rockettes Christmas Spectacular this evening. Unfortunately, it was not a very good evening. First, we started out with a flat tire in the handicapped van. When we finally got to Bank Atlantic Center, our seats were reassigned on the floor in the last row. No one could see, especially Tracy. Mom complained to Administration at the Bank Atlantic Center, and they are planning to send her some comped tickets to the Michael Buble' concert in March. 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: Puja : Connecting With The Divine ~

Monday, December 28th, 2009 ~ Mom Takes The Dogs To The Groomer This Morning ~ The dogs were in desperate need of grooming this morning. They were way overdue! They look so cute! Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Paige ~ Mom had a great practice with Paige this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was a great class with lots of positive energy and heat! Tania Shapes Tracy's Eyebrows ~ Tania shaped Tracy's eyebrows this afternoon. She does such a good job! Dad & Benny Go To The Driving Range To Hit A Bucket Of Balls ~ Dad dusted off his old golf clubs (from 1990) and he and Benny went to the Crystal Lake Driving Range to hit some golf balls. Let's hope that Dad comes back in one piece! Everyone Continues To Work On Winter Wonderland On The Green Puzzle ~ Everyone has been putting together a 1,000 piece puzzle called Winter Wonderland On The Green. It is a very complicated puzzle!Dad, Mom, Tiffany & Benny Go To See Aunt Diane Get Her Three Year Chip This Evening ~ Everyone went to see Aunt Diane get her three year chip at her AA meeting this evening. Nana, Uncle Johnny, Jeff and Chip were there too! We are so proud of her! Mamaw Made Shrimp Jambalaya To Go With The Italian Sausage For Dinner This Evening ~ Everyone came back to our house for Italian sausage and Jambalaya this evening. It was so good! 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: Magical Things: Tangible Enchantment~

Sunday, December 27th, 2009 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Veronica ~ Mom had another great Hot Yoga practice with Veronica this morning. It was just what the doctor ordered. Hippotherapy Is Cancelled Again Today Due To Inclement Weather ~ Susan cancelled Hippotherapy again this morning due to cold and windy weather. We'll try again next week. Everyone Continues To Work On Winter Wonderland On The Green Puzzle ~ Everyone has been putting together a 1,000 piece puzzle called Winter Wonderland On The Green. It is a very complicated puzzle!Mamaw, Dad, Tiffany & Benny Go To The Heat Game At The American Airlines Arena In Miami This Evening ~ Dad took Mamaw, Benny and Tiffany to see the Heat play in the American Airlines Arena this evening. Nana, Aunt Diane, Jeff, & Uncle Johnny Come Over To Keep Mom & Tracy Company This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed leftover filet mignons and lobster tails this evening while Dad and the gang were at the Heat game. It is so nice to have everyone together during the holidays. They watched The Sound Of Music, one of Mom's favorite movies. 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: Connecting With The Divine: Puja ~

Saturday, December 26th, 2009 ~ Benny & Tiffany Take Mamaw To The Hairdressers This Morning ~ Benny and Tiffany took Mamaw to the hairdressers today in Lighthouse Point. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning In Boca Raton ~ Dad had a great Bikram Yoga practice this morning at the Bikram Yoga College of India in Boca Raton. He is so happy to be back to his Bikram Yoga practice. Tracy Gets A Facial This Morning By Wilmene ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning. She sure does love her spa Saturdays. Tracy Gets A Facial Today ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning! She sure does love her spa days! Lauren, Ellen & Juliana Giese Come Over To Visit With Us This Afternoon ~ Everyone enjoyed Lauren, Ellen and Juliana's visit this afternoon. Dad took the girls in the little boat to cruise the canals and to see Christmas lights. Everyone enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub, and Juliana even went in the pool. It was 70 degrees! Brr! Everyone enjoyed Pizza from Rotellis for dinner. Everyone Continues To Work On Winter Wonderland On The Green Puzzle ~ Everyone has been putting together a 1,000 piece puzzle called Winter Wonderland On The Green. It is a very complicated puzzle!Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Universal Awakening : Rippling & Tippling ~

Friday, December 25th, 2009 ~ Merry Christmas ~ Mom & Dad Get Tracy Dressed & Ready For The Day ~ Mary, Tania and Wilmene are off today, so Mom and Dad are in charge of Tracy's care today! Tiffany, Benny, & Mom Cook The Christmas Dinner This Afternoon For Everyone ~ Everyone enjoyed bacon and peppercorn wrapped filet mignons and stuffed lobster tails for dinner this evening. Mom made a delicious salad and Tiffany made some yummy garlic bread. Everything was so delicious! Everyone Opened Their Presents When Uncle Johnny Arrived ~ Everyone opened their presents when Uncle Johnny finally arrived. They went around the table with everyone opening one present at a time. It was a great way to see what everyone got for Christmas. Everyone Continues To Work On Winter Wonderland On The Green Puzzle ~ Everyone has been putting together a 1,000 piece puzzle called Winter Wonderland On The Green. It is a very complicated puzzle!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: Knowing Better Now : The Past In Light Of The Present

Thursday, December 24th, 2009 ~ Christmas Eve ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Keri & Veronica ~ Mom had a great two-hour Hot Yoga practice this morning with Keri and Veronica. It was a very challenging class with lots of positive energy and heat! Just what the doctor ordered before the holiday week! Everyone Continues To Work On Winter Wonderland On The Green Puzzle ~ Everyone has been putting together a 1,000 piece puzzle called Winter Wonderland On The Green. It is a very complicated puzzle! Nana, Aunt Diane, Jeff, Mamaw, Tiffany, Benny, Dad, & Mom Enjoy Hors D'Oeuvres This Evening For Christmas Eve ~ Everyone enjoyed being together and noshing on hors d'oeuvres this evening while they waited for Uncle Johnny to come for midnight Mass. Uncle Johnny Comes To Say Midnight Mass ~ Chip, Eileen, Maria and Tony joined us for Midnight Mass said by Uncle, Brother, Father John! It was a beautiful Mass celebrated in front of the Chrismas tree at the big table. 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: Treasures Of Friendship : Letters From The Heart ~

Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009 ~ Mom Goes To Pick Up Tiffany & Benny This Morning At Ft. Lauderdale International Airport ~ Mom was so excited to pick up Tiffany and Benny this morning at Ft. Lauderdale International Airport. It is so good to have them home for the holidays! Mom, Tiffany & Benny Go To Island Water Sports To Pick Up Dad's Christmas Present ~ Mom, Tiffany, and Benny went to Island Water Sports in Deerfield Beach to pick up Dad's sunshades for his Christmas stocking. They have some really awesome stuff at this store. Mamaw Arrives From Louisiana This Afternoon ~ Dad picked up Mamaw in Miami this afternoon after her flight was delayed about an hour. It is so nice to have her here with us for the holidays! Mom Cooks A Cajun Turkey With All The Fixins' This Evening ~ Everyone joined us for dinner this evening while Mom cooked a Cajun turkey with all the fixins'. Dad and Benny moved the dining room table out in the living room so we could sit in front of the Christmas tree and the fireplace. It was so pretty and cozy, while letting everyone spread out! Everyone Works On Winter Wonderland On The Green Puzzle ~ Everyone has been putting together a 1,000 piece puzzle called Winter Wonderland On The Green. It is a very complicated puzzle! Fritz Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Fritz came to do Physical Therapy this evening with Tracy. We put her on the new reclining massage table in Mom's bathroom where Fritz stretched and ranged Tracy. He worked her major muscles through maximum range of motion and was very pleased with her flexibilty. Tracy is working so hard during 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 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: Acknowledging Your Growth : Foundations of Evolution ~

Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009 ~ Mom Goes To One On One Pilates This Morning With Christine ~ Mom had a great one-on-one Pilates session with Christine this morning. Christine is really working Mom hard. Mom loves hanging like a monkey from the tower! It sure does feel good on her back! Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Dee This Evening ~ Dee came by to do Physical Therapy with Tracy and to give her a massage. Dee and Tania positioned Tracy straddled on the peanut therapy ball to work with her on head and trunk strengthening exercises. Then Dee gave Tracy a much-needed massage. 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: Fog : Coming Out Of The Haze ~

Monday, December 21st, 2009 ~ Happy First Day Of Winter ~Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Paige ~ Mom had a great practice with Paige this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was a great class with lots of positive energy and heat! Wilmene Gives Tracy A Pedicure This Afternoon ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a pedicure this afternoon. She painted her toes a sparkly red for especially for Christmas. Tania & Wilmene Attempt To Feed Tracy With Her Safe Feeder This Afternoon ~ Tracy was not into working with her Safe Feeder this afternoon. They used three colored peppers and garlic, however, Tracy was not really interested in working. Oh well, looks like she is already on vacation. Mom & Aunt Diane Go To Spinning This Evening ~ Mom and Aunt Diane had a great Spinning class this evening. Emily worked them very hard, and had some great music. 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: Working With Our Insect Neighbors: The Insect Kingdom ~

Sunday, December 20th, 2009 ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy & LuLu Go To Parkland For Hippotherapy This Afternoon ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy, and LuLu went to Parkland for Hippotherapy with Breezy. It was so cold and breezy that Dad decided to abort Hippotherapy today. Tracy's eyes were tearing and she was miserable. We'll try again next time. Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Afternoon With Noah ~ Mom had another great Hot Yoga practice with Noah this evening. It was just what the doctor ordered. Mom & Dad Enjoy The Hot Tub & Cimanea This Evening ~ The weather was cold and the tub was hot, and Mom and Dad enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub with the Chimanea keeping them extra warm. 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: Wonderful Vessel: The Amazing Body ~

Saturday, December 19th, 2009 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Noah ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice this morning with Noah. His class was so challenging and inspiring. Everyone really enjoyed it, especially Mom! Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning In Boca Raton ~ Dad had a great Bikram Yoga practice this morning at the Bikram Yoga College of India in Boca Raton. He is so happy to be back to his Bikram Yoga practice. Tracy Gets A Facial This Morning By Wilmene ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning. She sure does love her spa Saturdays. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To 4:30 PM Mass This Afternoon ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy went to the 4:30 PM Mass for the Fourth Sunday of Advent. Then, they stopped off at Starbucks for lattes. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To Nana's For The Boca Raton Boat Parade This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed Subway sandwiches and the Boca Raton Boat Parade this evening. It was a cold evening with a slight chill in the air. The boats were really pretty and everyone had 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: Let Yourself Be Carried : The Flow Of The Universe ~

Friday, December 18th, 2009 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning Veronica ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice this morning with Veronica. It was a great class, with great energy and lots and lots of heat. Mom Picks Up Nana And Goes To Lake Worth To @the-hairnet With Kerri ~ Mom and Nana had hair appointments this afternoon with Kerri in Lake Worth. The weather was so bad, with torrential downpours all day long. Mary and Wilmene stayed with Tracy while Mom and Nana was away. Mom Writes Her Christmas Cards This Evening ~ Mom spent the evening writing her Christmas cards. She is so happy that things are finally getting done. 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: Earthbound : The Pursuit Of Conscious Wholeness ~

Thursday, December 17th, 2009 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Keri ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice this morning with Keri and Mark. It was a semi-private session (not intended to be, but pleasantly surprised) and Mom got to even do head stands on the wall. It was a great class! Tracy Has An Appointment With Dr. Zingaro This Afternoon ~ Dr. Zingaro checked Tracy out this afternoon, reviewing all her labs, xrays, and ultrasound results. It looks like Tracy had a slight ileus. Dr. Zingaro recommended that Mom make an appointment with Lucille, the dietitian. She has an appointment January 5th at 2 PM. We'll keep you posted! Tania Leaves For NYC To Visit Her Family ~ Tania left this evening for NYC to spend some time with her Mom. We already miss her, and she just left. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Fritz This Evening ~ Greg came by to work with Tracy on Physical Therapy this evening. He stretched and ranged Tracy in the bed, since she was so comfortable on her side. He was pleased with Tracy's range of motion, trunk and head control. 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: Rediscovering Dance : Healing With Movement ~

Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 ~ Mom Goes To One On One Pilates This Morning With Christine ~ Mom had a great one-on-one Pilates session with Christine this morning. Christine is really working Mom hard. Mom loves hanging like a monkey from the tower! It sure does feel good on her back! Tania & Mom Take Tracy To North Broward Medical Center For An Abdominal Ultrasound This Afternoon ~ Mom and Tania took Tracy to North Broward Medical Center to get an abdominal ultrasound this afternoon. She has an appointment to see Dr. Zingaro, the Gastroenterologist, on Thursday afternoon. Melanie Comes To Do Cranial Sacral Therapy On Tracy This Afternoon ~ Melanie came by to do Cranial Sacral Therapy with Tracy this afternoon. She has magical hands, and worked with Tracy on her stomach, shoulder, and other areas where she felt her rhythm a little off. Melanie Gives Mom A Swedish Massage This Evening ~ Melanie gave Mom a Swedish massage this evening. It was just what she needed, after a stressful week. Melanie Gives Fanancy A Cranial Sacral Therapy Session This Evening ~ Next, it was Dad's turn to get a Cranial Therapy session this evening. It really helps with his lower back and hips. 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: Competing With Yourself : Winning Isn't Everything ~

Tuesday, December 15th, 2009 ~ Mom Takes Nana To The Wound Center This Morning ~ Mom took Nana to the wound center this morning for her appointment. It is sure nice to live close by to family. Patty Comes To Do Speech Therapy With Tracy ~ Patty came to do Speech Therapy with Tracy this afternoon. Tracy was so full that Patty decided to not feed Tracy with her Safe Feeder. Instead, she did oral stimulation with Tracy, doing facial massage, using Lemon and Glycerin swabs on Tracy's cheeks, tongue and roof of her mouth, to elicit a swallow. Tracy was not into Speech Therapy today, so Patty gave her a pass. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Fritz This Evening ~ Fritz came by to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He stretched and ranged Tracy and then he and Tania got Tracy straddled on the peanut therapy ball for trunk strengthening exercises. Fritz felt that Tracy's trunk strength had improved since she has been doing the Pediasuit therapy at Therapies 4 Kids. Tracy Was So Full This Evening That She Only Had Three Cans ~ Tracy was still full this evening, so she only had three cans of her Jevity 1.2 in her G-tube. 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: As We Ebb & Flow Through Life : Changing Roles ~

Monday, December 14th, 2009 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Paige ~ Mom had a great practice with Paige this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was a great class with lots of positive energy and heat! Kerri Comes To Highlight & Cut Tracy's Hair ~ Kerri came by to highlight and cut Tracy's hair. She does such a good job making Tracy look beautiful. Patty Comes To Do Speech Therapy With Tracy ~ Patty came by to do Speech Therapy with Tracy, however, Tracy was not much into swallowing today. Patty did her oral stim exercises, facial massage, and Lemon and Glycerin swabbing to Tracy cheeks, tongue, and roof of her mouth. Tracy did elicit several swallows, although it took her a while to warm up. Patty used garlic, green pepper, and cucumber, creating a Mediterranean salad in her Safe Feeder. Looks like Tracy is already on Christmas vacation! Mom, Dad & Tracy Watch Monday Night Football This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched Monday night football this evening. They are keeping their fingers crossed that the Saints continue their good luck streak! 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 Warm Refuge : Best Friends ~

Sunday, December 13th, 2009 ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy, & LuLu Go To Mass At St. Paul The Apostle Church In Lighthouse Point ~ Everyone enjoyed going to Mass for the Third Sunday of Advent. It had been several weeks since they had been at Mass, and it felt good to be back. Mom, Dad, Tracy & LuLu Make A Pitstop At Starbucks For Lattes ~ Everyone enjoyed lattes at Starbucks this afternoon on their way home from Mass. Fritz Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Afternoon ~ It had been about six weeks since Fritz has come to work with Tracy on Physical Therapy. He stretched and ranged Tracy on the mat, and was very surprised at how flexible she was. He and Mom transferred Tracy on the peanut ball and straddled her to work on head and trunk strengthening exercises. Tracy did a good job holding her head up, and sat up straight and tall on the ball. Mom & Dad Relax In The Hot Tub This Afternoon ~ Mom and Dad spent some time relaxing in the hot tub this afternoon. It was just what they needed to melt away their stress and dissolve the knots in their necks and shoulders. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To The Pompano Boat Parade At Dr. Emery's House This Evening ~ Everyone had a great time at Dr. Emery's Boat Parade Party this evening. Tracy had an opportunity to meet lots of yoga friends of Mom and Dad. She smiled and made eye contact with many who introduced themselves to her. She seemed to have enjoyed seeing the beautifully decorated boats going by. It was a beautiful evening, just right for the parade. Mom , Dad, & Tracy Watch Oprah's Christmas At The White House This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched Oprah's Christmas At The White House this evening. It was really a good show, and brought back memories of our visit to the White House in 2005. 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: Let Yourself Be Carried : The Flow Of The Universe ~

Saturday, December 12th, 2009 ~ Mom Goes To Jessica's Hot Yoga Class This Morning ~ Mom went to Jessica's hot yoga class this morning. It was a very challenging class, with lots and lots of heat. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Dad enjoyed his Birkam yoga practice this morning at Bikram College of India in Boca Raton. It was a great class, and he is very happy to be back practicing Bikram again. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Manicure, Pedicure, & Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a manicure, pedicure, and facial this morning. She sure does enjoy her spa days. Tracy's Hippotherapy Session Is Cancelled Due To Bad Weather ~ Tracy's Hippotherapy session was cancelled this afternoon due to bad weather. This is the third week that it has been cancelled for one reason or another. Mom & Dad Create Their Christmas Card This Afternoon ~ After much contemplation, Mom and Dad made their annual Christmas card. This year, Luca and Luna are the center of attraction. They were such good models, and sat still while Dad took the pictures. It should turn out to be a cute card! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch The Heisman Show This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy were surprised to see Ingram, the sophomore from Alabama, win the Heisman trophy this evening. They were hoping that Colt McCoy from Texas to win it. 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: Power In Numbers : Sending Our Collective Light To The World~

Friday, December 11th, 2009 ~ Mom Goes To Yoga This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga ~ Mom went to yoga class at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. Scott, a visiting instructor taught a very interesting and challenging class. He had us hold the poses for a very long time. It was a fun class. Jo, The Home Health Nurse From MedTech Services Came By This Afternoon To Check On Tracy ~ Tracy had exhibited some abdomincal discomfort, so Dr. Williams ordered a cathed urine for Culture and Sensitivity today. The results take several days to obtain. We will keep you posted. 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: Intention & Intuition : The Purpose Of An Altar ~

Thursday, December 10th, 2009 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Flow Yoga This Morning With Elisa At Awaken Hot Yoga ~ Mom enjoyed her practice with Elisa this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga. It was a great class, and everyone enjoyed it. Tracy Has Speech Therapy With Ashley At Therapies 4 Kids In Lauderdale By The Sea ~ Ashley worked with Tracy today on her Speech Therapy since Patty was out of the office. She began with facial massage and oral stim exercises. Then it was time to use the Lemon and Glycerin swabs to help elicit a swallow. Tracy did such a good job swallowing, some even automatic. She used the tongue depressor on the middle of Tracy's tongue to stimulate Tracy's tongue pumping and elevating. Tracy had several good swallows, and then it was time to offer her some Mediterranean salad in her Safe Feeder. Tracy responded very well to the tricolored peppers and garlic mixture. She was especially strong on her right side of her mouth. She swallowed many times throughout her session. Ashely offered Tracy some cantaloupe as a dessert in her Safe Feeder. She really likes cantaloupe, especially when it is juicy and sweet. Tracy's favorite part of the session is at the end when Ashley gives her a facial massage.Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Lenny At Therapies 4 Kids This Afternoon ~ Tracy had Physical Therapy with Lenny this afternoon. He spent about an hour stretching and ranging Tracy's major muscle groups. Then it was time to don Tracy's pediasuit, which takes about a half an hour from start to finish. Lenny and Jackie stood Tracy up in the spider cage in her Pediasuit and connected the bungee cords to the cage. Lenny stood behind Tracy and encouraged her to hold her head up. Tracy did a good job controling her head while standing, looking in the full length mirror. She tolerated 30 minutes standing while maintaining stable vital signs. Then it was time for more stretching on the therapy table, and her favorite part, her massage. At the end of her session, the therapists presented Tracy with a powdered donut cake in honor of her last session. They all sang Congratulations To Tracy! It was very sweet! Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Evening In Boca Raton ~ Dad enjoyed his Bikram Yoga practice this evening at the Bikram College of India in Boca Raton. He is very happy to be back to his Bikram yoga practice. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Of Equal Worth : Humility ~

Wednesday, December 9th, 2009 ~ Mom Has A One On One Pilates Session With Christine At Wellness & Motion This Morning ~ Mom had a challenging one on one Pilates session with Christine at Wellness & Motion this morning. She worked with Mom on the reformer and the chair. Mom is feeling a lot stronger since she began doing Pilates a little over a month ago. Tania Offers Tracy Some Mango In Her Safe Feeder This Afternoon ~ Tania offered Tracy some slightly frozen mango slices in her Safe Feeder this afternoon, but Tracy did not seem to be interested in eating. Dad Makes It Back Safely From His Monthly Meeting In New York ~ Dad was happy to make it back safely from his monthly meeting at New York's Laguardia Airport. His flight was delayed and he did not make it back until around 8:30! 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: Lightening The Soul : Soul Evolution ~

Tuesday, December 8th, 2009 ~ Mom Takes Nana To The Wound Center For Her Appointment This Morning ~ Mom picked up Nana and took her to her appointment at the Wound Center this morning. Her wounds are healing well. Tracy Has Speech Therapy With Ashley This Afternoon At Therapies 4 Kids In Lauderdale By The Sea ~ Tracy had Speech Therapy this afternoon at Therapies 4 Kids in Lauderdale By The Sea. Ashley worked with her, since Patty was still out of the office. She used the Safe Feeder and offered Tracy a Mediterranean Salad with tricolored peppers, onion and garlic. Tracy did a great job swallowing, even demonstrating some automatic swallows for Ashley. Then it was time for some cantaloupe in the Safe Feeder. She really enjoys cantaloupe and honey dew melon. Tracy did a great job swallowing, working really hard throughout the session. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Lenny This Afternoon At Therapies 4 Kids In Lauderdale By The Sea ~ Tracy had Physical Therapy with Lenny this afternoon. After a very thorough stretching session, moving all of Tracy's major muscles through full range of motion, it was time to put on the Pediasuit. Donning the suit takes about thirty minutes, connecting all of the bungee cords to the little clips. Then there are knee pads, leg immobilizers, etc. to put on. Susan, Tracy's Hippotherapist, came to watch Tracy stand in the Pediasuit and spider cage. Lenny and Tania stood Tracy up and hooked the bungees to the cage. Tracy stood up with Lenny standing behind her, working with her on head control. They put a full length mirror in front of Tracy, so she can see herself standing. Tracy did such a good job with her head control, and tolerated 35 minutes with stable vital signs. She is really working hard throughout her therapy sessions. We are so proud of her! Tracy Has A Massage By Dee This Evening ~ Dee came by to give Tracy a much-needed massage this evening. She was so tired after her long day of therapy that the massage was just what she needed. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Evening In Boca Raton ~ Dad enjoyed his Bikram Yoga practice this evening at the Bikram College of India in Boca Raton. He is very happy to be back to his Bikram yoga practice. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more vocal and really trying to talk to us. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: The Impossible Dream : Right In Front Of You ~

Monday, December 7th, 2009 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Flow Yoga With Paige This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga ~ Mom had a great practice this morning with Paige at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. Mom really enjoys Paige's class. Tracy Relaxes Today After The Christmas Pageant Last Evening ~ Tracy was pretty tired from her late evening last night. and relaxed most of the day. Mom Goes To Spinning This Evening With Uncle Johnny & Aunt Diane ~ Everyone had a great Spin class this evening with Emily. Mom is happy to be back to Spinning. 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: Perceiving The Infinite : Using Your Psychic Gifts ~

Sunday, December 6th, 2009 ~ Mom Decorates Tracy's Little Christmas Tree In Her Room This Afternoon ~ Mom decorated Tracy's little multi-lighted Christmas tree in her room today. Her tree is so cute! It's just the right size! Mom, Dad, Tracy, Nana, Uncle Johnny, Aunt Diane, Jeff, Anita & Claire Go To The First Baptist Church In Ft. Lauderdale's Christmas Pageant "A Night Of Hope" ~ Everyone had a great time at the 26th season of the First Baptist Church's Christmas Pageant entitled: A Night Of Hope." It was a beautiful pageant complete with camels, horses, sheep, etc. The cutest part was a little girl (about 3 years) who sang Happy Birthday Baby Jesus! It brought tears to everyone's eyes. Tracy was laughing at the part of the show that was a take on American Idol called Yule Be The Star, complete with Ryan Oceancrest as host and Paula, Randy and Simon. It was hysterical! 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: Ending The Cycle : Start Today ~

Saturday, December 5th, 2009 ~ Mom Goes To Hard Body Yoga This Morning ~ Mom had a good workout at Hard Body Yoga this morning. Jeanette had everyone do a hundred sets of each exercise. She even slowed down the count to 10! It was pretty tough. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning ~ Dad had a great Bikram yoga practice with Edson at the Boca Raton studio. He said the temp was over 104 degrees with the 52% humidity. Whew! Tracy Gets A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy her Saturday facial this morning. Her complexion looks so good. Tracy's Hippotherapy Session Gets Cancelled Due To Bad Weather ~ Tracy's Hippotherapy session was cancelled due to a large front that came through this afternoon. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch College Football This Afternoon ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched the Florida Gators lose to the Alabama Crimson Tide at the SEC Championship game. 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: Divine Feminie Force : Shakti ~

Friday, December 4th, 2009 ~ Mom Goes To Pilates This Morning With Christine ~ Mom had a one on one session with Christine at Wellness & Motion this morning. She is really progressing Mom a little more each session, working her really hard. Mom Gets A Manicure & A Facial This Afternoon ~ Lisa gave Mom a great facial this afternoon before her manicure. It felt so good to be pampered. Mom Goes To Publix This Afternoon ~ Mom stopped at Publix's this afternoon for groceries. Tania Stays With Tracy This Evening While Mom & Dad Go Out To Dinner At Outback ~ Tania stayed with Tracy while Mom and Dad had a dinner date at the Outback Steak House in Ft. Lauderdale. It was a nice spontaneous 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: Freeing Our Inner Desires : Using Our Outside Voice ~

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009 ~ Mom Goes To Yoga At American Yoga In The Cove ~ Mom enjoyed Diane's yoga class at American Yoga this morning. The studio is so pretty and it is nice to practice with Diane. Tracy Has Speech Therapy At Therapies 4 Kids In Lauderdale-By-The-Sea This Afternoon ~ Ashley worked with Tracy again this afternoon at Therapies 4 Kids in Lauderdale-By-The-Sea. Ashley used the Safe Feeder today, with onion, cucumbers, and three colored peppers. Tracy responded well to the oral stim exercises that Ashley administered; facial massages, flavored tongue depressor, and frozen Lemon and Glycerin swabs. She demonstrated lots of good swallows, tongue pumps, and lip smacking with the Safe Feeder. It was definitely one of Tracy's better Speech Therapy sessions with Ashley. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Lenny & Jackie This Afternoon ~ Jackie gave Tracy an hour long massage, stretching and ranging every major muscle group. Then it was time to put Tracy's Pediasuit on and stand her up in the spider cage. Lenny stood behind Tracy and helped her work on her head control exercises. She worked really hard and tolerated 20 minutes standing in the suit. (She would have tolerated longer, but Lenny shortened her standing time in response to her vomiting yesterday. Then it was time to sit Tracy down on the bench for 20 more minutes. Thank goodness Tracy did not exhibit any vomiting today. 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: Unearthing Your Roots : Knowing Your History ~

Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009 ~ Mom Goes To One On One Pilates This Morning With Christine At Wellness & Motion ~ Mom had a great Pilates workout this morning with Christine at Wellness & Motion in Pompano. She really worked Mom hard, and she is seeing a big difference in her hip stability. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Lenny & Jackie This Afternoon ~ Jackie gave Tracy an hour long massage, stretching and ranging every major muscle group. Then it was time to put Tracy's Pediasuit on and stand her up in the spider cage. Lenny stood behind Tracy and helped her work on her head control exercises. She worked really hard and tolerated 30 minutes standing in the suit. Then it was time to sit Tracy down on the bench for 30 more minutes. When they sat Tracy down, she vomited about six ounces. Lenny and Jackie decided to loosen the belt on her suit when they sit her down on the bench in the future to relieve some of the pressure and decrease her vomiting. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Tania, Luca & Luna Go To The Lighthouse Point Tree Lighting (Lighthouse Aglow) This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed watching Lighthouse Aglow this evening when the lighthouse Christmas tree was lit at McDonough Park. Although it was a short trip, it was fun to see Santa and listen to the choir singing Christmas carols. 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: Choosing Not To Be A Target : Emotional Attacks ~

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009 ~ Mom Takes The Day Off From Exercise ~ Mom took the day off from exercise this morning and caught up on errands around town. Tracy Has Speech Therapy At Therapies 4 Kids In Lauderdale-By-The-Sea This Afternoon ~ Ashley worked with Tracy this afternoon at Therapies 4 Kids in Lauderdale-By-The-Sea. Ashley did not use the Safe Feeder due to Tracy's recent stomach issues. Tracy responded well to the oral stim exercises that Ashley administered; facial massages, flavored tongue depressor, and frozen Lemon and Glycerin swabs. She demonstrated lots of good swallows, tongue pumps, and lip smacking. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Lenny & Jackie This Afternoon At Therapies 4 Kids ~ Tracy stood in her Pediasuit for thirty minutes after an extensive hour-long stretching session with Jackie. Lenny and Jackie stood Tracy up in her Pediasuit and bungee corded her to the spider cage. Lenny stood behind Tracy and coached her to hold up her head while standing. Tracy did such a good job lifting her head up and holding it for 40 to 50 seconds, then lowering it slowly with control. Then it was time to sit Tracy down on the bench where she tolerated thirty more minutes. She is working so hard during her therapy sessions. Dee Cancels His Massage Session With Tracy This Evening Due To A Oncoming Cold ~ Dee had to cancel his massage session with Tracy this evening due to an impending cold. Tracy sure did miss his magic hands! 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: Everything You Do Matters : The Ripple Effect ~