Thursday, January 31, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Kate's Hot Vinyasa Class This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa practice this morning with Kate at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Mom loves Kate's classes; they are challenging, with long holds in the poses, and great sequencing and transitions. Mom Goes Back For A Double Yoga Class This Afternoon ~ Mom went to Kate's Yoga Flow class this afternoon. She is almost finished with her Yoga Challenge, just a few more to go! Tracy Vomits Eight Ounces This Afternoon ~ Tracy vomited about 8 ounces this afternoon. Wilmene decided to not give her any fresh fruit in her Sassy Feeder today since she vomited. We will closely monitor Tracy to see what is causing her nausea and vomiting. Mom Gives Tracy Pedialyte In Place Of Jevity Today ~ Mom bought some Pedialyte for Tracy to replace her Jevity tube feedings today until her nausea subsides. Mom Cancels Tracy's Physical Therapy Session This Evening ~ Mom cancelled Tracy's Physical Therapy session with Marcus this evening. Hopefully, Tracy will feel better tomorrow evening. Grace Gives Tracy A Hand Massage This Afternoon ~ Grace gave Tracy a hand massage using scented hand lotion from Bath and Body Works. Tracy loves her hand massages, and it is good to keep her fingers stretched out. Grace Ranges Tracy's Upper Extremities ~ Grace massaged and ranged Tracy's upper extremities, including her arms, shoulders, and neck. Tracy seems to like her passive range of motion exercises. Mom, Dad & Tracy Watch Grey's Anatomy & Scandal This Evening ~ Mom, Dad and Tracy watched Grey's Anatomy & Suits this evening. Daily OM : Tearing Down To Rebuild: Rethinking Complaining ~

Wednesday, January 30, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Keri's Hot Vinyasa Class This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa practice this morning with Keri at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Mom loves Keri's classes; they are challenging, with smoothe sequencing and transitions. Wilmene Feeds Tracy 11 Pouches Of Fresh Fruit This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 11 pouches of fresh fruit including half a banana this afternoon using her Sassy Feeder. She is doing a good job chewing and swallowing the fruit in the Sassy Feeder. Tracy Vomits About 6 - 8 Ounces This Afternoon After Her 4 O'Clock Feeding ~ Tracy vomited about 6 - 8 ounces after her 4 PM feeding. Grace Gives Tracy A Hand Massage This Afternoon ~ Grace gave Tracy a hand massage using scented hand lotion from Bath and Body Works. Tracy loves her hand massages, and it is good to keep her fingers stretched out. Grace Ranges Tracy's Upper Extremities ~ Grace massaged and ranged Tracy's upper extremities, including her arms, shoulders, and neck. Tracy seems to like her passive range of motion exercises. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Evening ~ Dad goes to Bikram Yoga this evening at Boca Bikram Yoga Studio. He really enjoys his Bikram yoga practice. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Marcus worked with Tracy on her Physical Therapy this evening. He and Grace transferred Tracy to the peanut therapy ball, and worked with Tracy on her trunk and neck strengthening exercises. Tracy sat up tall on the ball and worked on her trunk and head control. She did a good job resisting Marcus' hand behind her head. Then he spent around 30 minutes doing passive range of motion exercises, ranging all of her major muscle groups. Mom, Dad & Tracy Watch The Arrow This Evening ~ Mom, Dad and Tracy watched The Arrow this evening. Daily OM : Winning Isn't Everything: Competing With Yourself ~

Tuesday, January 29, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Kate's Warm Vinyasa Class This Afternoon ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa practice this afternoon with Kate at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Mom loves Kate's classes! Tracy Vomits About 6 Ounces This Afternoon Around 1:10 PM ~ Tracy vomited about 6 ounces this afternoon while Mom was at Yoga. She seemed to feel better when she was done. Grace Gives Tracy A Hand Massage This Afternoon ~ Grace gave Tracy a hand massage using scented hand lotion from Bath and Body Works. Tracy loves her hand massages, and it is good to keep her fingers stretched out. Grace Ranges Tracy's Upper Extremities ~ Grace massaged and ranged Tracy's upper extremities, including her arms, shoulders, and neck. Tracy seems to like her passive range of motion exercises. Mom, Dad & Tracy Watch NCIS & NCIS LA This Evening ~ Mom, Dad and Tracy watched NCIS & NCIS LA this evening. Emily Comes To Give Mom & Dad Massages This Evening ~ Emily gave Mom and Dad massages this evening. They were both a mess, and she had her work cut out for her. Hopefully they will be in better shape when they wake up tomorrow morning. Daily OM : In The Presence Of Difficulty: Compassion ~

Monday, January 28, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Debra's Hot Vinyasa Class This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa practice this morning with Debra at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Debra's classes are pretty challenging, and hot and humid as well. Mom Goes To Veronica's Warm Flow This Afternoon ~ Mom goes to Veronica's Warm Flow this afternoon. She has around 11 classes to go to finish the challenge. Wilmene Feeds Tracy 12 Pouches Of Fresh Fruit This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 12 pouches of fresh fruit including half a banana this afternoon using her Sassy Feeder. She is doing a good job chewing and swallowing the fruit in the Sassy Feeder. Grace Gives Tracy A Hand Massage This Afternoon ~ Grace gave Tracy a hand massage using scented hand lotion from Bath and Body Works. Tracy loves her hand massages, and it is good to keep her fingers stretched out. Grace Ranges Tracy's Upper Extremities ~ Grace massaged and ranged Tracy's upper extremities, including her arms, shoulders, and neck. Tracy seems to like her passive range of motion exercises. Mom & Dad Go In The Hot Tub This Evening ~ Mom and Dad went in the hot tub this evening. It was a beautiful evening, and the hot tub was a perfect temperature. Daily OM : Earth Chakras: Caretaking The Soul Of Gaia ~

Sunday, January 27, 2013 ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy, & Grace Go For A Ride To Palm Beach This Afternoon ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy and Grace took a ride to Worth Avenue in Palm Beach this afternoon. It was a beautiful day, and the beach was so pristine. Mom went shopping in the Alex and Ani store across from Starbucks. Dad treated everyone to Starbucks; scones and lattes. Grace Gives Tracy A Hand Massage This Afternoon ~ Grace gave Tracy a hand massage using scented hand lotion from Bath and Body Works. Tracy loves her hand massages, and it is good to keep her fingers stretched out. Grace Ranges Tracy's Upper Extremities ~ Grace massaged and ranged Tracy's upper extremities, including her arms, shoulders, and neck. Tracy seems to like her passive range of motion exercises. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To 6 PM Mass At St. Ambrose's This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy had a nice evening at St. Ambrose's Catholic Church at the six o'clock Mass. It is a really upbeat church and everyone likes going there. Mom & Dad Order Thai Food For Dinner This Evening ~ Mom and Dad ordered Thai food for dinner this evening. Tamarind is really good; Mom loves their Peanut Pad Thai and Dad loves their Combination Seafood ! Daily OM : Beyond The Physical: We Are Beings Of Light ~

Saturday, January 26, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Erika's Hot Vinyasa Class This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa practice this morning with Erika at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Mom loves Erika's classes; they are fun and challenging. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Coconut Honey Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a coconut honey facial this morning. It really softens and moisturizes her skin. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning At Boca Bikram Yoga Studio ~ Dad had an extra hot Bikram Yoga practice this morning with Ron at Boca Bikram Yoga Studio in Boca Raton. He really enjoys his Bikram yoga practice. Dee Cancels Tracy's Physical Therapy This Afternoon ~ Dee cancelled Tracy's Physical Therapy session this afternoon. She sure does miss Dee's therapy sessions. Wilmene Feeds Tracy 10 Pouches Of Fresh Fruit This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 10 pouches of fresh fruit including half a banana this afternoon using her Sassy Feeder. She is doing a good job chewing and swallowing the fruit in the Sassy Feeder. Mom, Dad, Tracy & Bob Go On A Full Moon Boat Ride This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy and Bob went on the boat to see the full moon rise. It was a beautiful evening, and the moon rise was really awesome. Daily OM : Become A Spiritual Psychic In 28 Days: From Become A Spiritual Psychic In 28 Days On-Line Course ~

Friday, January 25, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Veronica's Hot Vinyasa Class This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa practice this morning with Veronica at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Veronica's class is very challenging! She shows no mercy in the yoga room. Mom Stays For Veronica's Yinyasa Class This Morning ~ Mom double-dipped, staying for Veronica's Yinyasa class this morning. Yinyasa is a combination of Vinyasa flow and Yin deep stretching. What a great class! Wilmene Feeds Tracy 11 Pouches Of Fresh Fruit This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 11 pouches of fresh fruit including half a banana this afternoon using her Sassy Feeder. She is doing a good job chewing and swallowing the fruit in the Sassy Feeder. Wilmene Gives Tracy a Manicure & Shapes Tracy's Eyebrows This Afternoon ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a manicure; today's hue is a pretty pink, just in time for Valentine's Day! Wilmene also shaped Tracy's eyebrows this afternoon. She does such a good job with her eyebrows. Grace Gives Tracy A Hand Massage This Afternoon ~ Grace gave Tracy a hand massage using scented hand lotion from Bath and Body Works. Tracy loves her hand massages, and it is good to keep her fingers stretched out. Grace Ranges Tracy's Upper Extremities ~ Grace massaged and ranged Tracy's upper extremities, including her arms, shoulders, and neck. Tracy seems to like her passive range of motion exercises. Mom & Dad Have An Appointment With The Lawyer This Afternoon ~ Wilmene stays later while Mom and Dad have an appointment with their lawyer. Daily OM : Embraceable You: Stop Comparing Yourself To Others ~

Thursday, January 24, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Kate's Hot Vinyasa Class This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa practice this morning with Kate at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Mom loves Kate's classes; they are challenging, karmic, and enlightening! Wilmene Feeds Tracy 8 Pouches Of Fresh Fruit This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 8 pouches of fresh fruit including half a banana this afternoon using her Sassy Feeder. She is doing a good job chewing and swallowing the fruit in the Sassy Feeder. Grace Gives Tracy A Hand Massage This Afternoon ~ Grace gave Tracy a hand massage using scented hand lotion from Bath and Body Works. Tracy loves her hand massages, and it is good to keep her fingers stretched out. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. Tracy did a really good job with head and trunk control while on the peanut therapy ball. After her strengthening session, Grace and Marcus transferred Tracy to her bed for passive range of motion exercises and stretching of her major muscle groups. She is working very hard during her therapy sessions with Marcus. Mom, Dad & Tracy Watch Grey's Anatomy This Evening ~ Mom, Dad and Tracy watched Grey's Anatomy this evening. Daily OM : Small Gestures Make A Big Difference: Common Courtesy ~

Wednesday, January 23, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Keri's Hot Vinyasa Class This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa practice this morning with Keri at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Mom loves Keri's classes; they are challenging, with smoothe sequencing and transitions. Mom Stays For Bryant's Class This Morning ~ Mom stayed for Bryant's class this morning. He is a new instructor and it was fun to see what he had to offer. Wilmene Feeds Tracy 8 Pouches Of Fresh Fruit This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 8 pouches of fresh fruit including half a banana this afternoon using her Sassy Feeder. She is doing a good job chewing and swallowing the fruit in the Sassy Feeder. Grace Gives Tracy A Hand Massage This Afternoon ~ Grace gave Tracy a hand massage using scented hand lotion from Bath and Body Works. Tracy loves her hand massages, and it is good to keep her fingers stretched out. Grace Ranges Tracy's Upper Extremities ~ Grace massaged and ranged Tracy's upper extremities, including her arms, shoulders, and neck. Tracy seems to like her passive range of motion exercises. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Evening ~ Dad went to Bikram Yoga this evening at Boca Bikram Yoga Studio. Tina taught a great class. He really enjoys his Bikram yoga practice. Mom, Dad & Tracy Watch Private Practice & Nashville This Evening ~ Mom, Dad and Tracy watched Private Practice and Nashville this evening. It was the serie's finale for Private Practice, and Mom was sad, but happy it had an upbeat ending. Daily OM : The Journey Of Commitment: Entering Into Commitment ~

Tuesday, January 22, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Kate's Afternoon Warm Vinyasa Class ~ Mom had a great Warm Vinyasa practice this afternoon with Kate at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Mom loves Kate's classes; they are challenging, thorough, fun, and karmic. Tracy Is Sleepy Today ~ Tracy was sleepy today, and not very interested in chewing her fruit. She dozed off and on all day. The weather was cloudy and rainy, so it was a sleepy day. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch The Australian Open This Evening ~ Mom, Dad and Tracy watched The Australian Open this evening. Serena injured her ankle and back, and ended up losing to Sloan Stephens, advancing to the Women's Semi-finals. Mom, Dad & Tracy Watch Parenthood This Evening ~ Mom, Dad and Tracy watched Parenthood this evening. It was the season finale, and really had a good ending. Mom is so happy that it has been renewed another season. Private Practice Serie's Finale Airs This Evening ~ The serie's finale of Private Practice aired this evening. Mom is sad to see it end, and since it was on at the same time as Parenthood, Mom tivoed it to watch with Dad tomorrow evening. Daily OM : The Boundaries Of Experience: Expanding Your Comfort Zone ~

Monday, January 21, 2013 ~ Remembering Martin Luther King & The Inauguration Of President Barack Obama ~ Mom Goes To Debra's Hot Vinyasa Class This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa practice this morning with Debra at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Debra is such a good instructor, and teaches a challenging and fun class. The energy today was awesome, and the room was hot, hot, hot! Mom Stays To Take Peter's Class This Morning ~ Mom stayed to do Peter's class this morning, at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio. He is a new yoga instructor, and Mom really liked his class. She is looking forward to taking his class again soon. Tracy Refuses Yogurt This Afternoon ~ Tracy refused yogurt this afternoon. No wonder, she must be sick and tired of yogurt! She does a good job and really enjoys fruit in the Sassy Feeder. She is chewing and swallowing really well. Mom, Tracy, Wilmene & Grace Watch The Inauguration This Afternoon ~ Mom, Tracy, Wilmene and Grace watched The Inauguration this afternoon. It was really very awe-inspiring to watch our government's democratic process at work. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Marcus This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He started with Tracy on the peanut therapy ball for some trunk and head control exercises. She sat up tall on the peanut ball and worked with lifting her head in front of the full length mirror. She even resisted Marcus' hand on the back of her head. After her strengthening session, Marcus and Grace transferred Tracy to her bed for passive range of motion exercises and stretching of her major muscle groups. He does a through job ranging her major muscle groups, and Tracy has good range of motion. We are so proud of Tracy's hard work during her therapy sessions. Mom & Dad Watches The Inaugural Balls This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched the Commander In-Chief 's Ball & The Inaugural Ball this evening. Daily OM : No Need To Wait: Come Together ~

Sunday, January 20, 2013 ~ Mom Cancels Tracy's Hippotherapy Session With Susan At Sand & Spurs This Morning ~ Mom cancelled Tracy's Hippotherapy session with Susan/Colleen this morning so that they could go to the Westin Hotel to meet Al and Tammy for lunch. Mom, Dad, Tracy, & Grace Go To The Westin Hotel On Ft. Lauderdale Beach To Meet Their Friends Al & Tammy This Morning ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy and Grace enjoyed lunch by the pool with their friends Al and Tammy who were in town from Bainbridge Island to go on a Jazz cruise. They made up for lost time, and it was like they never were never apart. Guess that is the definition of good friends. Mom Goes To Nellie's Yin Class This Afternoon ~ Mom had a great Yin class with Nellie at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio this afternoon. Mom loves Nellie's Yin class; her voice is hypnotic and her class is amazing. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Once Upon A Time & Revenge This Evening ~ Mom and Dad love Once Upon A Time and Revenge; two new shows that are on Sunday evenings. Daily OM : Taking Our Turn To Give: People In Need ~

Saturday, January 19, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Erika's Hot Vinyasa Yoga Class This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa yoga practice with Erika this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Mom loves Erika's classes; they are always fun and challenging! Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Tracy really loves the new Annmarie Gianni Coconut Honey Mask! It makes her skin so soft and glowing. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Morning With Ron In Boca Raton ~ Dad had a great Bikram yoga practice with Ron at Boca Bikram Yoga this morning. He really enjoys his Bikram yoga practice. Mom decided to go to Vinyasa today, since she is doing a 30 day challenge. Dee Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Afternoon ~ Dee came to work with Tracy on the therapy mat this afternoon. He started with ranging and stretching Tracy's major muscle groups, and then Mom, Dad, and Dee got Tracy prone for some intense stretching. While Tracy was prone, Dee massaged and stretched the muscles he is unable to get when she is supine. Tracy tolerated 30 minutes prone, which is a good stretch for her. Then Mom, Dad, and Dee got Tracy seated on the therapy bench for some upper body strengthening exercises. Tracy did a good job holding up her head and sitting tall with her feet on the floor. Tracy works so hard during her therapy sessions. Mom, Dad & Tracy Watch Several Health Documentaries On Nutrition This Afternoon ~ Mom was on a run this afternoon watching nutrition documentaries from Netflix this afternoon. She watched Forks Over Knives, Veducated, Hungry For Change, and Fat, Sick, & Nearly Dead. She sure did learn a lot about nutrition and healthy food choices. Thanks to Tiffany for her recommendation of Hungry For Change. What a good documentary. Daily OM : Heal Subconscious Blocks To Weight Loss: From Heal Subconscious Blocks To Weight Loss On-line Course ~

Friday, January 18, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Get The Van Fixed This Morning ~ Mom went to Boca Raton to get the panel replaced on the van this morning. Ian replaced the side panel in a couple of hours, while Mom went walking with Aunt Diane and Uncle Jeff. Thank goodness Charles Archer from the Miracle Car Wash paid for the entire repair. Mom Goes To Bianca's Warm Flow Class This Afternoon ~ Mom had a great Warm and Not So Gentle yoga practice this afternoon with Bianca at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Wilmene Gives Tracy 10 Pouches Of Fresh Fruit In Her Sassy Feeder This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 10 pouches of fresh fruit in her Sassy Feeder this afternoon. She is really chewing and swallowing well. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Grey's Anatomy, Parenthood, & Scandal This Evening ~ Mom, Dad & Tracy watched Grey's Anatomy & Scandal this evening. Both are some of Mom's favorite shows! Daily OM : Loving The Light: Color Therapy ~

Thursday, January 17, 2013 ~ Ten Years Since Tracy Had Her Cardiac Arrest & Anoxic Brain Injury ~ Mom Goes To Kate's Hot Vinyasa Class This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa class this morning with Kate at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was a great class,as always, Kate really knows the poses that Mom needs the most. Mom Goes To Kate's 1 PM Warm Yoga Class This Afternoon ~ Mom had a great Warm and Not So Gentle yoga practice this afternoon with Kate at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. She decided to double dip because she is doing the 35-day challenge; 30 classes in 35 days. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Nashville This Evening ~ Mom, Dad & Tracy watched Nashville this evening. It is another one of Mom's shows! Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He started with Tracy on the therapy ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises. She is doig such a good job and working very hard on her trunk and head control. After her strengthening session, it was time to transfer Tracy to her bed for passive range of motion stretching exercises. Marcus does such a good job with Tracy's Physical Therapy program. Mom & Dad Watch Suits This Evening ~ Mom and Dad are so excited that Suits is back on for another season. What a great show! Mom & Dad Watch Oprah's Interview With Lance Armstrong This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched Oprah's Interview With Lance Armstrong this evening. What a bummer that Mom's hero, Lance, is a CHEATER; taking performance enhancing drugs his whole cycling career! Daily OM : Sharing Space & Energy: Cohabitating With Others ~

Wednesday, January 16, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Keri's Hot Vinyasa Class This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa class this morning with Keri at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was a great class with a fantastic sequence of poses to master. Wilmene Feeds Tracy Some Fruit In Her Sassy Feeder This Afternoon ~ Wilmene started to feed Tracy some fresh fruit in her Sassy Feeder, and Tracy enjoyed 9 pouches of fresh fruit. She is doing a good job swallowing and chewing the fresh fruit, especially bananas. Tracy, Wilmene, & Grace Spend Some Time Outside In The Sunshine ~ Tracy, Wilmene and Grace spend some time in the sunshine and the fresh air this afternoon. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Nashville This Evening ~ Mom, Dad & Tracy watched Nashville this evening. It is another one of Mom's favorite shows! Hope it stays on the air and doesn't get cancelled. Daily OM : Opening A Closed Connection: Consciously Reconnecting ~

Tuesday, January 15, 2013 ~ Ten Years Since Tracy Was Hit By The Car In Florence, Italy ~ Mom Goes To Kate's Hot Vinyasa Class This Afternoon ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa class this afternoon with Kate at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was just the right temperature and Kate always know just what poses to do! Mom loves her classes, and her music was spot on. Kettleine Works For Grace This Afternoon ~ Ketteline covered for Grace this afternoon until 2:30 PM. Grace had an appointment and had to come to work later. Wilmene Feeds Tracy Some Fruit In Her Sassy Feeder This Afternoon ~ Wilmene started to feed Tracy some fresh fruit in her Sassy Feeder, but Tracy did not seem to want it. She ate a little but then shook her head No. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Marcus This Afternoon ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this afternoon. He and Grace got Tracy transferred to the peanut ball in front of the full length mirror. Tracy did a really good job with trunk and head control on the therapy ball. After her trunk strengthening, he and Grace transferred Tracy to her bed where he stretched and ranged Tracy's major muscle groups. He does a really good job with Tracy's Physical Therapy! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch NCIS, NCIS~LA, & Parenthood This Evening ~ Tuesday is Mom's favorite nights for television. She loves all of the programs on this evening: NCIS, NCIS~LA, Parenthood, & Private Practice. In a few weeks, Body of Proof will begin its season, also on Tuesdays. Daily OM : Circling The Wagons: Surrounding With Protective Light ~

Monday, January 14, 2013 ~ Happy Birthday Paw Paw! We Miss You! ~ Mom Goes To Debra's Hot Vinyasa Class This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa class this morning with Debra at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was hot, humid, and very challenging. Mom loves her classes. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Manicure & Pedicure This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a pedicure and manicure this morning. Her nails grow so fast! This month's color is a pretty pink! Tracy loves pink! Tracy, Wilmene & Grace Spend Some Time Outside In The Sunshine This Afternoon ~ Tracy, Wilmene and Grace spent some time outside by the pool this afternoon. Wilmene Feeds Tracy 7 Bites Of Fresh Fruit In Her Sassy Feeder This Afternoon ~ Tracy ate 7 pouches of fresh fruit this afternoon. She is doing a good job chewing and swallowing with the assistance of her Sassy Feeder. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Castle & The Mentalist This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched their favorite shows this evening: Castle and The Mentalist! They are both really good shows. Daily OM : Circling The Wagons: Surrounding With Protective Light ~

Sunday, January 13, 2013 ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy & Grace Go To Tracy's Hippotherapy Session This Morning With Colleen At Sand & Spurs ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy and Grace went to Tracy's Hippotherapy session this morning. It was Tracy's first Hippotherapy session of the New Year, and she did a great job sitting up tall on Chubby and holding her head up. Colleen was her therapist this morning, because Susan is still recovering from sciatica. Susan came out to assist Colleen, and it worked out well, despite Tracy's many idiosyncracies. Mom, Tracy & Grace Spend SOme Time Outside In The Sunshine This Afternoon ~ Mom, Tracy and Grace spent some time outside by the pool this afternoon. Mom and Dad even enjoyed the hot tub. It was the perfect temperature: hot, hot, hot! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Meet Bob & Judy At La Bamba For Dinner This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy met Bob and Judy for dinner at La Bamba in Ft. Lauderdale this evening. It was their first time there, and very good. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch One At A Time & Revenge This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched their favorite shows this evening: Once Upon A Time & Revenge! They are both really good shows. Daily OM : Life: Your Perfect Teacher ~

Saturday, January 12, 2013 ~ Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning using Annmarie Gianni's coconut honey mask. It really softens and moisturizes the skin, and smells good enough to eat! Mom & Dad Go To Ron's Bikram Yoga Class This Morning At Boca Bikram Yoga In Boca Raton ~ Mom and Dad had a great Bikram yoga class with Ron this morning. There were 31 in the class, and it was the hottest it has ever been, with 55% humidity. Mom & Dad Go To Town Center Mall This Afternoon ~ Mom and Dad had a nice afternoon at the Town Center Mall in Boca Raton. They had a delicious, healthy lunch at Stir Crazy noodle house. Mom has not had Tofu Pad Thai like that since they lived in Crystal City. Tracy Vomits 5 Ounces This Afternoon After Her Lunchtime Jevity ~ Tracy vomited about 5 ounces this afternoon after her 1:00 PM can of Jevity. She felt a lot better after that! Dee Comes To Do Physical Therapy This Afternoon ~ Dee came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this afternoon. He stretched and ranged Tracy's major muscle groups while on the therapy mat, and then he massaged her muscles. Tracy really likes Dee's massages. After that, Mom and Dad helped Dee get Tracy on the therapy ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises. Tracy did a really good job with trunk and head control during her session. Mom & Dad Takes Down The Christmas Tree This Afternoon ~ Mom and Dad finally took down the Christmas tree this afternoon. It is being returned for one that works: many of the lights have gone out over the past month. Mom thinks the tree is possessed. Mom, Dad & Tracy Watch NFL Football This Evening ~ Well, the countdown is on for the final surviving teams, heading to the playoffs and the Super Bowl. We are all pulling for the New England Patriots! Daily OM : A Year Of Rumi: From A Year Of Rumi On-Line Course ~

Friday, January 11, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Veronica's Hot Vinyasa Class This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa practice with Veronica this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Veronica's classes have become very challenging; she has really taken them up a few notches, and Mom loves it. Wilmene Feeds Tracy 7 Pouches Of Fresh Fruit This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy seven pouches of fresh fruit this afternoon. She really likes fruit, especially bananas. Mom Has A Hair Appointment At Kerri's In Lake Worth This Afternoon ~ Mom had a hair appointment with Kerri at the Hairnet this afternoon. Kerri does an awesome job with Mom and Tracy's hair. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Nashville This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched Nashville, one of our favorite new shows, this evening. Daily OM : Whole-Self Well-Being: How The Body Clears Energy ~

Thursday, January 10, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Kate's Hot Vinyasa Class This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa practice with Kate this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Kate is one of Mom's favorite yoga instructors. She loves her classes; they are so Karmic and fun, and her playlists are the best! Mom, Tracy, Wilmene & Grace Go To Dr. Alexandra Williams' Office For Her Annual Physical Examination This Afternoon ~ Mom, Tracy, Wilmene and Grace went to Dr. Williams' office for Tracy's 2 PM appointment for her annual physical. Tracy had labs drawn, an EKG, pelvic, Pap, breast exam, and urinalysis. Dr. Williams examined Tracy, and was pleased with her health. She is such a thorough and compassionate doctor, and takes such good care of Tracy. Still No Handwarming Massage For Tracy This Evening ~ Tracy's blister on her right wrist is still healing and therefore, she did not get a handwarming massage with her handwarming mitts this evening. We will wait and see how it heals. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Grey's Anatomy & Scandal This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched two of their favorite shows this evening: Grey's Anatomy & Scandal. Both shows were really good this evening. Daily OM : What We Are made Of: Choose Love ~

Wednesday, January 9, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Keri's Hot Vinyasa Class This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa practice with Keri this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Mom loves her classes; they are so challenging and fun, and her playlists are the best! Mom, Tracy, & Grace Go To Dr. Rubin's Office For Follow-Up Appointment This Afternoon ~ Mom, Tracy and Grace had a 3 PM appointment with Dr. Rubin for her Botox follow-up. Dr. Rubin examined Tracy's range of motion in her upper extremities to determine where she might need more Botox next time. He thought that she might need some additional Botox in her left wrist. Her next appointment is February 15th. Still No Handwarming Massage For Tracy This Evening ~ Tracy's blister on her right wrist is still healing and therefore, she did not get a handwarming massage with her handwarming mitts this evening. We will wait and see how it heals. Daily OM : Tending The Emotions: Having A Breakdown ~ Tuesday, January 8, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Kate's Hot Vinyasa Class This Afternoon ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa practice with Kate this afternoon at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Mom loves her classes; they are so challenging and she is so Karmic! Wilmene Feed Tracy 14 Pouches Of Fresh Fruit This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 14 pouches of fresh fruit with the sassy Feeder this afternoon. She really likes fresh fruit, especially strawberries, banana, and berries. Still No Handwarming Massage For Tracy This Evening ~ Tracy's blister on her right wrist is still healing and therefore, she did not get a handwarming massage with her handwarming mitts this evening. We will wait and see how it heals. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He first stretched and ranged all of Tracy's major muscle groups while she rested in her bed. Then, it was time to transfer Tracy to the peanut therapy ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises in front of the full length mirror. Tracy did a really good job holding up her head and balancing with assistance on the therapy ball. Her head control is also improving, with her actually resisting Marcus' hand behind her head. Daily OM : The Miracle Of Change: Boredom ~

Monday, January 7, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Debra's Hot Vinyasa Class This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa class this morning with Debra at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. She is so challenging, especially for a Monday morning. Awesome. No Handwarming Massage For Tracy This Afternoon ~ Tracy's small blister on her right wrist is healing well, but Grace is still skipping Tracy's handwarmers until she heals. Wilmene, Tracy, & Grace Sit Outside For Some Vitamin D This Afternoon ~ There was a little sunshine in the forecast this afternoon, so Mom, Tracy, and Grace took advantage of the sunshine to stock up on their Vitamin D. It felt so good to be outside by the pool in the sunshine and fresh air. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch The Discover BCS National Championship Bowl: Notre Dame vs. Alabama This Evening ~ Mom, Dad and Tracy watched the Discover BCS National Championship Bowl this evening: Notre Dame vs. Alabama this evening. BAMA pummeled Notre Dame, winning back to back National Championships! Let's hear it for the SEC! Daily OM : Releasing The Reins: Changing Others ~

Sunday, January 6, 2013 ~ Feast of the Eiphany ~ Mom & Dad Take Down The Christmas Lights This Morning ~ Mom and Dad started the arduous process of taking down the Christmas decorations this morning. They rearranged the furniture so the dining room is no longer in the living room and vice versa! It's always fun to enjoy the decorations around the holidays! But, it is always fun to put everything back to normal after the holidays are over, and to move on to a new year and a new beginning. Tracy Does Not Have Hippotherapy This Morning ~ Susan is still down with her back injury, and had to cancel Tracy's Hippotherapy session again this morning. We hope she recovers soon, and is back to her Sunday Hippotherapy sessions! No Handwarming Massage For Tracy This Afternoon ~ Tracy's small blister on her right wrist is healing well, but Grace is still skipping Tracy's handwarmers until she heals. Mom, Tracy, & Grace Sit Outside For Some Vitamin D This Afternoon ~ There was a little sunshine in the forecast this afternoon, so Mom, Tracy, and Grace took advantage of the sunshine to stock up on their Vitamin D. It felt so good to be outside by the pool in the sunshine and fresh air. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To Evening Mass At St. Ambrose Church In Deerfield Beach This Evening ~ Mom, Dad. and Tracy went to 6 PM Mass this evening at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Deerfield Beach. It was the feast of the Three Kings or Epiphany, and the church was decorated so beautifully. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Once Upon A Time & Revenge This Evening ~ Mom, Dad and Tracy were so happy to see their season shows resume this evening. Once Upon A Time and Revenge are two of their favorite shows, and it was great to see them back on the air for another season. Unfortunately, Mom's favortie show: 666 Park Avenue was cancelled! Boo Hoo! Daily OM : Everyone Has A Story: Interesting People Everywhere ~

Saturday, January 5, 2013 ~ Mom & Dad Go To Ron's Bikram Yoga Class This Morning ~ Mom and Dad had a great Bikram Yoga practice with Ron this morning at Boca's Bikram Yoga Studio in Boca Raton. The room was very hot and humid, and as always, very challenging. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Manicure & Pedicure This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a manicure and pedicure this morning. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Honey Coconut Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a Honey Coconut Facial this morning. She really enjoys her Spa Days. Mom & Dad Have Lunch At Ruby Tuesdays In Mizner Park After Yoga This Afternoon ~ Mom and Dad had a nice lunch at Ruby Tuesdays in Mizner Park this afternoon. They sat outside and it was really nice to people watch and enjoy the fresh air and sunshine. Mom & dad Go To Boca Nails For Pedicures & Manicures This Afternoon ~ Mom and Dad enjoyed relaxing pedicures and manicures this afternoon at Boca Nails in Royal Palm Plaza. They were way overdue and it felt so good to be pampered. Wilmene Feeds Tracy Ten Pouches Of Fresh Fruit This Afternoon ~ Tracy ate ten pouches of fresh fruit in her Sassy Feeder this afternoon. She is really enjoying the bananas, which are her favorite. Her chewing and swallowing is improving by the day! No Handwarming Massage For Tracy This Afternoon ~ Tracy has a small blister on her right wrist so Mom told Grace to skip her handwarmers today until she heals. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Another College Bowl Game This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched another College Football Bowl game this evening. Let the countdown begin; only a few more games left! Daily OM : The Best Year Of Your Life: From The Best Year Of Your Life On-Line Course ~

Friday, January 4, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Veronica's Hot Vinyasa This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa practice this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. Veronica's class was hot and humid, with lots of yogis and great energy! Maw Maw Leaves With Dad Bright & Early This Morning ~ Maw Maw left for her flight back to Louisiana this morning. Dad took her to the Miami Airport for her flight. We really enjoyed her visit and we think she had a good time too. Wilmene Feeds Tracy Eight Pouches Of Fresh Fruit This Afternoon ~ Tracy ate eight pouches of fresh fruit in her Sassy Feeder this afternoon. She is really enjoying the bananas, which are her favorite. Her chewing and swallowing is improving by the day! No Handwarming Massage For Tracy This Afternoon ~ Tracy has a small blister on her right wrist so Mom told Grace to skip her handwarmers today until she heals. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He first began passive range of motion exercises with Tracy in her bed. Then Grace and Marcus transferred Tracy to the peanut therapy ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises in front of her mirror. Tracy is really working hard to hold her head up, even against Marcus' resistance. We are seeing incremental improvements every day! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Another College Bowl Game This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched another College Football Bowl game this evening. Let the countdown begin; only a few more games left! Daily OM : Allowing Our Children To Be: Practicing Nonattachment ~

Thursday, January 3, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Kate's Hot Vinyasa This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa practice this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. Kate's class is always one of Mom's favorite classes! They don't call her Karmic Kate for nothing. Mom Takes Maw Maw To The Hairdressers This Afternoon ~ Mom tool Maw Maw to the hairdressers this afternoon. Dee Deeis so nice and does a really good job! Wilmene Feeds Tracy Nine Pouches Of Fresh Fruit This Afternoon ~ Tracy ate nine pouches of fresh fruit in her Sassy Feeder this afternoon. She is really enjoying the bananas, which are her favorite. Her chewing and swallowing is improving by the day! Grace Gives Tracy A Handwarming Massage This Afternoon ~ Grace put Twisted Peppermint lotion on Tracy's hands and donned her handwarming mitts for some relaxing this afternoon. The warmth helps reduce Tracy's spasticity and allows her hands to open. Mom, Dad, Tracy & Maw Maw Watch College Bowl Football This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy and Maw Maw watched another college football Bowl game this evening. Nothing like getting footballed out just in time for the end of the college football season! Daily OM : Bringing Out The Best: Checks & Balances ~

Wednesday, January 2, 2013 ~ Tiffany & Ben Leave For DC & Hawaii This Morning ~ Tiffany and Ben left very early this morning for the Ft. Lauderdale Airport to catch their perspective flights to DC and Hawaii. We sure did enjoy their visit and are sad to see them go. Mom Goes To Keri's Hot Vinyasa This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa practice this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. Keri's class is always a lot of fun and very challenging! Wilmene Feeds Tracy Nine Pouches Of Fresh Fruit This Afternoon ~ Tracy ate nine pouches of fresh fruit in her Sassy Feeder this afternoon. She is really enjoying the bananas, which are her favorite. Her chewing and swallowing is improving by the day! Grace Gives Tracy A Handwarming Massage This Afternoon ~ Grace put Twisted Peppermint lotion on Tracy's hands and donned her handwarming mitts for some relaxing this afternoon. The warmth helps reduce Tracy's spasticity and allows her hands to open. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Marcus came to work with Tracy this evening on her Physical Therapy. He began by passively stretching and ranging her major muscle groups in her bed. Then it was time to transfer Tracy to the peanut ball in front of her full length mirror for some trunk and neck strengthening exercises. Her trunk and head control is improving day by day. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Evening ~ Dad went to Bikram Yoga this evening at Boca's Bikram Yoga in Boca Raton. Tina taught a challenging class, and the roo was toasty hot. Mom, Dad, Tracy & Maw Maw Watch College Bowl Football This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy and Maw Maw watched another college football Bowl game this evening. Mom was so tired she fell asleep on the couch before the first quarter was even over. Daily OM : Divine Resonance: Chanting ~

Tuesday, January 1, 2013 ~ Happy New Year! ~ Mom Goes To Keri's Hot Vinyasa This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa practice this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. Keri's class is always a lot of fun and very challenging! Mom, Dad, Tracy, & Maw Maw Watch The Tournament Of Roses Parade This Afternoon ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy, and Maw Maw watched the Tournament of Roses Parade this afternoon. It was really good, especially the New England Organ Bank float! Everyone Watches Football Bowl Games Today ~ Everyone watched NCAA Bowl Games this afternoon. Tiffany & Ben Go To Ft. Lauderdale Beach This Afternoon ~ Tiffany and Ben went to Ft. Lauderdale Beach this afternoon. There were lots and lots of tourists on the beach, even though the weathe was not very good for the beach. Mom, Tiffany & Ben Go In The Hot Tub This Evening ~ Mom, Tiffany and Ben went into the hot tub this evening. It was really nice, perfect temperature. Daily OM : Inner Sunrise: Brand New Day ~