Wednesday, July 31, 2013 ~Mom Goes To Keri's Hot Flow This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice this morning with Keri at Awaken. Keri let Mom team teach a sequence, and it was so much fun. She is really looking forward to being able to teach her own class some day soon. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Evening ~ Dad went to his Bikram class this evening. He really enjoys and benefits from going to Bikram a minimum of twice a week. Daily OM : Hidden Treasure: Finding Another Vantage Point ~

Tuesday, July 30, 2013 ~ Dad Goes To Dallas This Morning For A Meeting ~ Dad left at 4 in the morning for his daily meeting in Dallas. He didn't get back until pretty late! Mom Goes To Jimmy's Hot Vinyasa Class This Morning At Barkan Method Hot Yoga In Ft. Lauderdale ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa class this morning with Jimmy at the new studio. It was a fun class, and the temperature was perfect! Mom, Tracy & Wilmene Leave For Tracy's 12:45 PM MRI Appointment At The Cleveland Clinic In Weston This Afternoon ~ Mom, Tracy and Wilmene met Dad at the Cleveland Clinic for Tracy's MRI appointment this afternoon. They were delayed because the radiologist needed to get some x-rays of Tracy's baclofen pump. Finally, they were ready to do the MRI, which was not successful, because Tracy was moving her ehad too much. Tracy Goes Back To Cleveland Clinic To Get Her Baclofen Pump Refilled Again This Afternoon ~ Dr. Galvez refilled Tracy's Intrathecal Baclofen pump this afternoon. We had to go back again because the baclofen was out of date (6/2/13=expiration date). This time, the pump alarm is January 4th, 2014! Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Marcus This Evening ~ Tracy had a good Physical Therapy session with Marcus this evening. She worked really hard on her trunk and head control, and did not have any coughing spells. Mom & Dad Watch Suits This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched another one of their favorite summer season shows this evening: Suits! Daily OM : Exploring The Soul: Living A Spiritual Life ~

Monday, July 29, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Jimmy's Hot Yoga Practice This Morning At Barkan Method Hot Yoga In Ft. Lauderdale This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice this morning at the Barkan Method Hot Yoga Studio in Ft. Lauderdale. It was the perfect temperature and humidity. Ketteline & Grace Dry Brush Tracy's Arms & Legs Three Times Today ~ The girls dry brushed Tracy's arms and legs three times today. It is so good for sensory integration, exfoliation, and increased circulation. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour Today ~ Tracy is doing a good job tolerating her resting hand splints for one hour during the day, in addition to her nightly wear. Grace Puts On Tracy's Yoga Toes For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Tracy wore her Yoga Toes for one hour this afternoon. They are new, purple, and really comfortable, much nicer than her old ones. Mom Watches Mistresses This Evening ~ Mom watched Mistresses this evening. It is one of Mom's favorite shows this season. Daily OM : Personal Tales: Writing Your Story ~

Sunday, July 28, 2013 ~ Mom, Tracy, Grace & Dad Get The Day Off From Hippotherapy This Morning ~ It was raining when they got to Hippotherapy this morning. Susan's back was feeling a lot better, but the grounds were really wet and muddy, so they decided to cancel her session. Mom Goes To Jak's Memorial Yoga Class At Barkan Method Ft. Lauderdale This Afternoon ~ Mom was glad she got to participate in Jak's Memorial Hot Yoga Class this afternoon. Jimmy did a good tribute to Jak, and there was a good turnout. Grace Puts On Tracy's Yoga Toes For One Hour This Morning ~ Ketteline and Grace put on Tracy's Yoga Toes for one hour this morning. She really enjoys her new purple Yoga Toes. They are really comfortable. Mom, Dad, Tracy, Cousins Chip & Eileen, Kenna, Eric & Friends Go Out On The Boat This Evening For A Cruise Up The Intracoastal ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy, Cousins Chip and Eileen, Kenna, Eric, and friends went out on the boat for a cruise this evening. The Lauderdale By The Sea merchants and the USO sponsored Eric and Kenna's trip (wounded warrior) so it was an amazing experience; one we will always remember. The weather cooperated, and it was a beautiful evening all the way around. Mom, Dad & Tracy Watch Falling Skies This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched one of their favorite shows this evening: Falling Skies! Daily OM : Remembering The Moment: Enjoying Life ~

Saturday, July 27, 2013 ~ Mom Brings Tracy's Urine Specimen To Quest Labs In Ft. Lauderdale For Analysis This Morning ~ Mom dropped off Tracy's urine specimen for urinalysis and culture and sensitivity. We should have the results within 48 hours. In Mom Goes To Bianca's Warm & Gentle Yoga Class This Afternoon ~ Mom went to Bianca's Warm and Gentle Yoga class this afternoon at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Ketteline & Wilmene Give Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Ketteline and Wilmene gave Tracy a coconut honey facial this morning. She really enjoys her spa Saturdays. Dee Comes To Do Tracy's Physical Therapy With Tracy This Afternoon ~ Dee did Physical Therapy with Tracy this afternoon. He spent some time massaging and stretching Tracy on the therapy mat, and then had her sit on the therapy bench for some trunk and head strengthening exercises. She did a good job and worked verey hard, as always. Daily OM : Transform Your Life With Reiki: From Transform Your Life With Reiki On-line Course ~

Friday, July 26, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Veronica's Hot Yoga Flow Class This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga Flow practice with Veronica this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. The Girls Dry Brush Tracy's Extremities This Afternoon ~ Wilmene, Ketteline, and Grace dry brushed Tracy's extremities today, increasing blood flow, circulation, and sensory stimulation. She seems to really enjoy this new addition to her therapy regime. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Tracy wore her resting hand splints for one hour this afternoon. She is really doing a good job tolerating her resting hand splints, both day and night. Tracy & Grace Sit Outside By The Pool This Afternoon ~ Tracy and Grace enjoyed the patio this evening, after the humidity cooled down a little and it was tolerable outside. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He spent some time working with Tracy on the therapy peanut ball in front of the mirror. He worked with Tracy on her head and trunk control exercises. Tracy is working really hard during her therapy sessions. After about an hour, Marcus and Grace transferred Tracy to her bed for some passive range of motion exercises. Daily OM : Half-Full Consciousness: Starting From Empty ~

Thursday, July 25, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Tasha's First Yoga Class At The Barkan Method Boca Raton This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice with Tasha this morning at the Barkan Method in Boca Raton. It was Tasha's first class and she did an awesome job! Mom Goes To Boca Nails To Get A Much-Needed Pedicure & Manicure This Afternoon ~ Mom had a much-needed pedicure and manicure this afternoon with Cindy at Boca Nails. The Girls Dry Brush Tracy's Extremities This Afternoon ~ Wilmene, Ketteline, and Grace dry brushed Tracy's extremities today, increasing blood flow, circulation, and sensory stimulation. She seems to really enjoy this new addition to her therapy regime. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Tracy wore her resting hand splints for one hour this afternoon. She is really doing a good job tolerating her resting hand splints, both day and night. Tracy & Grace Sit Outside By The Pool This Afternoon ~ Tracy and Grace enjoyed the patio this evening, after the humidity cooled down a little and it was tolerable outside. Daily OM : Wave Motion: Studying Hado ~

Wednesday, July 24, 2013 ~Mom Goes To Jimmy's Hot Flow This Morning At The Barkan Method Hot Yoga In Ft. Lauderdale ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice this morning with Jimmy at the new studio in Ft. Lauderdale. This week, yoga at the Barkan Method is free for teacher trainees and graduates. Mom Goes To Whole Foods After Yoga This Morning ~ Mom really is enjoying going to Whole Foods after Yoga. She is really looking forward to the new Whole Foods which will be built in Lighthouse Point in 2014. Mom Enjoys The Pool This Afternoon ~ It was so hot that Mom took advantage of the pool and the float, spending some time in the pool reading her Yoga Journal Magazine. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Marcus This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy this evening. He worked with Tracy on the Peanut Therapy Ball, having her balance and work on head and trunnk strengthening in front of the mirror. She was coughing on some saliva, during her sessions. Not sure what is causing her to cough, it does not appear to be a cold. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Evening ~ Dad went to his Bikram class this evening. It had been some time since he went to a weekday/evening class. He really enjoys his Bikram practice. Mom & Dad Watch Suits This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched Suits this evening. It is definitely one of their favorite shows! Daily OM : Cleansing Your Power Center: Trusting Your Gut ~

Tuesday, July 23, 2013 ~ Mom Goes To Jimmy's Hot Vinyasa Class This Morning At Barkan Method Hot Yoga In Ft. Lauderdale ~ Mom had a great Hot Vinyasa class this morning with Jimmy at the new studio. It was a fun class, and the temperature was perfect! Mom, Tracy & Wilmene Leave For Tracy's 12:45 PM MRI Appointment At The Cleveland Clinic In Weston This Afternoon ~ Mom, Tracy and Wilmene met Dad at the Cleveland Clinic for Tracy's MRI appointment this afternoon. They were delayed because the radiologist needed to get some x-rays of Tracy's baclofen pump. Finally, they were ready to do the MRI, which was not successful, because Tracy was moving her ehad too much. Tracy Gets Her Baclofen Pump Refilled This Afternoon ~ Dr. Galvez refilled Tracy's Intrathecal Baclofen pump this afternoon. Everything went smoothly until we got a call around 5:30 PM from Dr. Galvez alerting us to the fact that the baclofen was out of date (6/2/13=expiration date). He stated that he checked with the pharmacist and learned that the drugs usually have a 6 month grace period, and that the medication would still expire prior to Tracy's next scheduled pump alarm (12/28/13). So it was decided that Mom will bring Tracy back to Cleveland Clinic next Tuesday at 3 PM to get the baclofen changed out. Daily OM : Guided Meditation: Accessing The World Within ~

Monday, July 22, 2013 ~ The Garage Door Is Broken ~ Mom had to borrow Ketteline's car to get to the dentist, since the garage door was broken and would not go up. She called Allied Garage Door to come out and fix the broken springs this afternoon. Mom Has A Dentist Appointment This Morning ~ Mom had a dentist appointment this morning at Dr. Camuccio's in Pompano Beach. She got a new crown. Mom Goes To Peter's Hot Yoga Practice This Afternoon At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice this afternoon at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. It was the perfect temperature and humidity. Ketteline & Grace Dry Brush Tracy's Arms & Legs Three Times Today ~ The girls dry brushed Tracy's arms and legs three times today. It is so good for sensory integration, exfoliation, and increased circulation. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour Today ~ Tracy is doing a good job tolerating her resting hand splints for one hour during the day, in addition to her nightly wear. Grace Puts On Tracy's Yoga Toes For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Tracy wore her Yoga Toes for one hour this afternoon. They are new, purple, and really comfortable, much nicer than her old ones. Emily Comes To Give Dad & Mom Massages This Evening ~ Mom was ready for her massage this evening, especially after an extremely stressful week. It feels so good to have Level I Teacher Training behind! Mom Watches Mistresses This Evening ~ There is nothing on television for the summer so Mom is getting hooked on the drama show: Mistresses! Daily OM : Just Being There: Acting As A Guardian ~

Sunday, July 21, 2013 ~ Mom, Tracy, Grace & Dad Get The Day Off From Hippotherapy This Morning ~ Susan hurt her back again and decided to cancel Tracy's Hippotherapy session this morning. It was probably better, since Mom and Dad were looking for a day off. Mom, Dad, Emily & Noora Go On The Boat This Afternoon ~ It was a nice day for the boat, and Mom and Dad enjoyed anchoring in Lake Boca and hanging out on the floats for the afternoon. They had lots of delicious food, and as hot as it was, it felt really good to just chill and cool off in the water. Tracy and Wilmene stayed home because the air conditioner in the main salon was broken. It was too hot inside for them to come with us. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Relax This Evening ~ Mom was so tired from the past month of intensive yoga teacher training, that she decided to hang out on the couch and relax. Daily OM : An Honest Voice: The Fifth Chakra ~

Saturday, July 20, 2013 ~ Mom Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For Her Final Exam & Practical At Ocean Sky Resort ~ Mom met Christine and Megan G and the three of them meditated and did sun salutations on the beach the morning. It was too late to break tradition at this point. Mom Gets Awkward Pose For Her Final Exam Rgus Morning ~ Oddly enough, Mom was not surprised that she got Awkward Pose for her final exam this morning. She asked Nana last evening which pose she needed to focus on and Nana told her Awkward Pose. So she got the second set and was not surprised. Mom Gets A Hundred On Her Written Test This Morning ~ Mom got a hundred on her written test this morning. She got a $25 gift card to the Barkan Studio. Ketteline & Wilmene Give Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Ketteline and Wilmene gave Tracy a coconut honey facial this morning. She really enjoys her spa Saturdays. Dee Comes To Do Tracy's Physical Therapy With Tracy This Afternoon ~ Dee did Physical Therapy with Tracy this afternoon. He spent some time massaging and stretching Tracy on the therapy mat, and then had her sit on the therapy bench for some trunk and head strengthening exercises. She did a good job and worked verey hard, as always. Mom, Emily, Noora, Eric, & Sujey Make Mala Beads This Afternoon At Buddha Happy ~ Mom, Emily, Noora, Sujey & Eric had fun making Mala beads this afternoon at Buddha Happy in Wilton Manors. Mom made a pair for Tracy in wood, lapis, purple and turquoise beads. It was a lot of fun! Mom, Tracy, Dad, Wilmene, Uncle Johnny, Aunt Diane, & Uncle Jeff Go To Mom's Graduation This Evening At The Ocean Sky Resort ~ Everyone was so excited to finally go to Mom's graduation from Level 1 Teacher Training this evening. It was a nice ceremony, with a buffet out on the lanai to follow. It was definitely a bittersweet moment, to say goodbye to such good friends. We were such a close group! Hopefully we will see a lot of them in Costa Rica next April. Daily OM : 8 Weeks To Nutritional Wellness: From 8 Weeks To Nutritional Wellness On-line Course ~

Friday, July 19, 2013 ~ Mom Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For The Ocean Sky Resort For Morning Meditation & Sun Salutations On The Beach ~ Mom had a great morning meditation and sun salutations on the beach. It was their last official morning meditation with the class, such a bittersweet moment. The Girls Dry Brush Tracy's Extremities This Afternoon ~ Wilmene, Ketteline, and Grace dry brushed Tracy's extremities today, increasing blood flow, circulation, and sensory stimulation. She seems to really enjoy this new addition to her therapy regime. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour This Evening ~ Tracy wore her resting hand splints for one hour this afternoon. She is really doing a good job tolerating her resting hand splints, both day and night. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Marcus This Evening ~ Tracy had her Physical Therapy session with Marcus this evening. She spent some time working on head and trunk control exercises on the peanut therapy ball in front of the mirror. Marcus works Tracy really hard during her sessions. After her strengthening session, Marcus spent some time with Tracy stretching and ranging all of her major muscles. He does such a great job with her passive range of motion exercises. Mom Has Her Closing Ceremony For Her Level I Yoga Teacher Training This Evening ~ The five groups in Teacher Training got up in front of the group to share with everyone their experience over the past four weeks. It was a lot of fun to hear all of the different perspectives of the past four weeks of teacher training. Some wrote poems, some spelled out the word: NAMASTE! It was a very special evening. We presented Jimmy, Lisa, Linda, & Emily with our class gifts, and also went as a group to throw our flowers into the ocean and set our intention. Namaste! Daily OM : Go For It: Making It Happen ~

Thursday, July 18, 2013 ~ Mom Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For The Ocean Sky Resort For Morning Meditation & Sun Salutations On The Beach ~ Mom had a great morning meditation and sun salutations on the beach. Mom Is Really Working Hard During Her Teacher Training ~ Mom is really enjoying her Teacher Training. It had been an intensive four weeks, packed with lots of breakdowns and breakthroughs. Thank goodness for Lisa and her nurturing approach to us. She has been there to pick up the pieces when we all fall apart. The Girls Dry Brush Tracy's Extremities This Afternoon ~ Wilmene, Ketteline, and Grace dry brushed Tracy's extremities today, increasing blood flow, circulation, and sensory stimulation. She seems to really enjoy this new addition to her therapy regime. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour This Evening ~ Tracy wore her resting hand splints for one hour this afternoon. She is really doing a good job tolerating her resting hand splints, both day and night. Daily OM : Grounding Ourselves: Being A Strong Container ~

Wednesday, June 17, 2013 ~ Mom Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For The Ocean Sky Resort For Morning Meditation & Sun Salutations On The Beach ~ Mom had a great morning meditation and sun salutations on the beach. The group has really bonded; these moments are so special. Mom is really going to miss these days when the program is over. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Tracy wore her resting hand splints for one hour this afternoon. She is doing a really good job tolerating her splints both day and night. Grace Puts On Tracy's Yoga Toes For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Grace put Tracy's Yoga Toes on for one hour this afternoon. She really likes her new Yoga Toes! They are purple and much more comfortable than the old ones. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Afternoon ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He spent thirty minutes stretching and ranging Tracy's major muscle groups, and then it was time to get Tracy on the therapy bench and balance discs for trunk and neck strengthening exercises. Tracy is doing a really outstanding job with her trunk and neck control. Mom Has Her Final History Review This Evening In Satsang At The Ocean Sky Resort ~ Mom had her final history and yoga tradition review this evening at the Ocean Sky Resort in Ft. Lauderdale. The final test is Saturday morning; hopefully she is ready! Daily OM : Becoming Whole Again: The Process Of Grieving ~

Tuesday, July 16, 2013 ~ Mom Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For The Ocean Sky Resort For Morning Meditation & Sun Salutations On The Beach ~ Mom had a great morning meditation and sun salutations on the beach. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Tracy wore her resting hand splints for one hour this afternoon. She is doing a really good job tolerating her splints both day and night. Grace Puts On Tracy's Yoga Toes For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Grace put Tracy's Yoga Toes on for one hour this afternoon. She really likes her new Yoga Toes! They are purple and much more comfortable than the old ones. The Girls Dry Brush Tracy's Arms & Legs This Afternoon ~ Ketteline and Grace dry brushed Tracy's arms and legs this afternoon. She really enjoys all the attention, especially the foot and scalp massages. Mom Is Keeping Late Hours As She Starts Her Final Week Of Level I Yoga Teacher Training ~ Mom is really enjoying her final week of Yoga Teacher Training; it is really getting tough, and she is hanging in there, finding muscles that she didn't even know she had! Ouch! Daily OM : Recognizing Our Own Greatness: The Greatness In Others ~

Monday, July 15, 2013 ~ Mom Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For The Ocean Sky Resort For Morning Meditation & Sun Salutations On The Beach ~ Mom had a great morning meditation and sun salutations on the beach. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour Today ~ Tracy is doing a good job tolerating her resting hand splints for one hour during the day, in addition to her nightly wear. Grace Puts On Tracy's Yoga Toes For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Tracy wore her Yoga Toes for one hour this afternoon. They are new, purple, and really comfortable, much nicer than her old ones. Mom Works On Her Vision Board This Evening At Teacher Training ~ Mom enjoyed spending the evening creating her vision board during her Teacher Training. It was a very creative project, that helped to make her vision clearer. Daily OM : Elegant Blessings: Living A Life Of Grace ~

Sunday, July 14, 2013 ~ Mom Cancels Tracy's Hippotherapy With Susan At Sand & Spurs This Morning ~ Mom decided to cancel Tracy's Hippotherapy session this morning because they are all too tired to go! Ketteline & Grace Dry Brushes Tracy's Arms & Legs This Morning ~Ketteline and Grace dry brushed Tracy's extremities twice today. Tracy really likes this sensory integration. Grace Puts On Tracy's Yoga Toes For One Hour This Morning ~ Ketteline and Grace put on Tracy's Yoga Toes for one hour this morning. She really enjoys her new purple Yoga Toes. They are really comfortable. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Chill Out Today ~ Mom was bushed after another busy week at Yoga Teacher Training and was so happy to have the day off to catch up. Late nights and early mornings are definitely rewarding yet exhausting. Daily OM : Create Time For Self-Compassion: Being Gentle With Ourselves ~

Saturday, July 13, 2013 ~ Mom Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For The Ocean Sky Resort For Morning Meditation & Sun Salutations On The Beach ~ Mom had a great morning meditation and sun salutations on the beach. Ketteline & Grace Give Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Ketteline and Grace gave Tracy a coconut honey facial this morning. She really enjoys her spa Saturdays. Dee Cancels Tracy's Physical Therapy With Tracy This Afternoon ~ Tracy got a break from Physical Therapy today because Dee had to cancel due to a schedule conflict. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga With Ron This Afternoon In Boca Raton ~ Dad went to Bikram Yoga with Ron this afternoon in Boca Raton. He really enjoys his Bikram practice, and feels that it really helps his sciatica. He has been practicing consistently for over 6 years. Mom & Dad Go To Barkan Method's Grand Opening Of Their New Studio This Afternoon ~ Mom and Dad attended the Grand Opening of the Barkan Method Ft. Lauderdale new studio this afternoon. Mom got to sign the map and put a thumb tack in Naples, Italy, where their lives have changed forever. Daily OM : Reinventing The Body, Resurrecting The Soul: From Reinventing The Body, Resurrecting The Soul On-line Course ~

Friday, July 12, 2013 ~ Mom Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For The Ocean Sky Resort For Morning Meditation & Sun Salutations On The Beach ~ Mom had a great morning meditation and sun salutations on the beach. The Girls Dry Brush Tracy's Extremities This Afternoon ~ Wilmene, Ketteline, and Grace dry brushed Tracy's extremities today, increasing blood flow, circulation, and sensory stimulation. She seems to really enjoy this new addition to her therapy regime. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour This Evening ~ Tracy wore her resting hand splints for one hour this afternoon. She is really doing a good job tolerating her resting hand splints, both day and night. Daily OM : The Recirocal Flow Of Abundance: Giving Without Expectations ~

Thursday, July 11, 2013 ~ Mom Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For The Ocean Sky Resort For Morning Meditation & Sun Salutations On The Beach ~ Mom had a great morning meditation and sun salutations on the beach. The Girls Dry Brush Tracy's Extremities This Afternoon ~ Wilmene, Ketteline, and Grace dry brushed Tracy's extremities today, increasing blood flow, circulation, and sensory stimulation. She seems to really enjoy this new addition to her therapy regime. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour This Evening ~ Tracy wore her resting hand splints for one hour this afternoon. She is really doing a good job tolerating her resting hand splints, both day and night. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Afternoon ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He spent thirty minutes stretching and ranging Tracy's major muscle groups, and then it was time to get Tracy on the therapy bench and balance discs for trunk and neck strengthening exercises. Tracy is doing a really outstanding job with her trunk and neck control. Daily OM : The World Is A Bright Light: Grateful ~

Wednesday, July 10, 2013 ~Mom Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For The Ocean Sky Resort For Morning Meditation & Sun Salutations On The Beach ~ Mom had a great morning meditation and sun salutations on the beach. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Tracy wore her resting hand splints for one hour this afternoon. She is doing a really good job tolerating her splints both day and night. Grace Puts On Tracy's Yoga Toes For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Grace put Tracy's Yoga Toes on for one hour this afternoon. She really likes her new Yoga Toes! They are purple and much more comfortable than the old ones. The Girls Dry Brush Tracy's Arms & Legs This Afternoon ~ Ketteline and Grace dry brushed Tracy's arms and legs this afternoon. She really enjoys all the attention, especially the foot and scalp massages. Daily OM : Finding Encouragement: Your True Inner Voice ~

Tuesday, July 9, 2013 ~ Mom Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For The Ocean Sky Resort For Morning Meditation & Sun Salutations On The Beach ~ Mom had a great morning meditation and sun salutations on the beach. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Tracy wore her resting hand splints for one hour this afternoon. She is doing a really good job tolerating her splints both day and night. Grace Puts On Tracy's Yoga Toes For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Grace put Tracy's Yoga Toes on for one hour this afternoon. She really likes her new Yoga Toes! They are purple and much more comfortable than the old ones. The Girls Dry Brush Tracy's Arms & Legs This Afternoon ~ Ketteline and Grace dry brushed Tracy's arms and legs this afternoon. She really enjoys all the attention, especially the foot and scalp massages. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Afternoon ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He spent thirty minutes stretching and ranging Tracy's major muscle groups, and then it was time to get Tracy on the therapy bench and balance discs for trunk and neck strengthening exercises. Tracy is doing a really outstanding job with her trunk and neck control. Daily OM : Cause For Celebration: Honoring Everyday Life ~

Monday, July 8, 2013 ~ Mom Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For The Ocean Sky Resort For Morning Meditation & Sun Salutations On The Beach ~ Mom had a great morning meditation and sun salutations on the beach. Ketteline & Grace Dry Brush Tracy's Arms & Legs Three Times Today ~ The girls dry brushed Tracy's arms and legs three times today. It is so good for sensory integration, exfoliation, and increased circulation. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour Today ~ Tracy is doing a good job tolerating her resting hand splints for one hour during the day, in addition to her nightly wear. Mom Hits The Hot Tub For A Break This Afternoon ~ Mom enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub this afternoon. She really needed it, especially after having such a nasty head cold. Grace Puts On Tracy's Yoga Toes For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Tracy wore her Yoga Toes for one hour this afternoon. They are new, purple, and really comfortable, much nicer than her old ones. Mom, Dad & Tracy Watch The Voice: The Season Finale This Evening ~ Mom, Dad and Tracy watched The Voice: The Season Finale this evening. It is really getting down to the wire. Who will be The Voice this season? Mom Watches Mistresses This Evening ~ There is nothing on television for the summer so Mom is getting hooked on the drama show: Mistresses! Daily OM : Do Unto Others: The Golden Rule ~

Sunday, July 7, 2013 ~ Mom, Tracy, Dad, & Grace Go To Tracy's Hippotherapy Session This Morning At Sand & Spurs In Pompano Beach ~ Mom, Tracy, Dad, & Grace went to Tracy's Hippotherapy session this morning with Susan at Sand & Spurs. It was a good session, and Tracy stayed strong until the last five minutes, when she wilted. It was really hot and humid, with a minimal breeze. Ketteline & Grace Dry Brushes Tracy's Arms & Legs This Morning ~Ketteline and Grace dry brushed Tracy's extremities twice today. Tracy really likes this sensory integration. Grace Puts On Tracy's Yoga Toes For One Hour This Morning ~ Ketteline and Grace put on Tracy's Yoga Toes for one hour this morning. She really enjoys her new purple Yoga Toes. They are really comfortable. Mom Goes To The Yamas & Niyamas Workshop This Afternoon With Lisa Goodwin In Ft. Lauderdale ~ Mom had a great Yamas & Niyamas workshop with some of her group at the Recreation Center on Bayview Drive in Ft. Lauderdale. It was really awesome, and well attended by her fellow yoga trainees. Mom & Dad Relax This Evening ~ Mom and Dad relaxed and enjoyed the evening, very much needed after a very busy week. Daily OM : Taking Our Turn To Give: People In Need ~

Saturday, July 6, 2013 ~ Mom Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For The Ocean Sky Resort For Morning Meditation & Sun Salutations On The Beach ~ Mom had a great morning meditation and sun salutations on the beach.Ketteline & Grace Give Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Ketteline and Grace gave Tracy a coconut honey facial this morning. She really enjoys her spa Saturdays. Dee Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Afternoon ~ Dee came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this afternoon. Tracy worked very hard on her trunk and head control. Dee gave her a massage on the mat, as well as passive range of motion. Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga With Ron This Afternoon In Boca Raton ~ Dad went to Bikram Yoga with Ron this afternoon in Boca Raton. He really enjoys his Bikram practice, and feels that it really helps his sciatica. He has been practicing consistently for over 6 years. Daily OM : Everyone Has A Story: Interesting People Everywhere ~

Friday, July 5, 2013 ~ Mom Had The Morning Off From Meditation & Sun Salutations On The Beach ~ Mom had the morning off from meditation and sun salutations on the beach, due to the city having to clean up the beach of all the fireworks debris. The Girls Dry Brush Tracy's Extremities This Afternoon ~ Wilmene, Ketteline, and Grace dry brushed Tracy's extremities today, increasing blood flow, circulation, and sensory stimulation. She seems to really enjoy this new addition to her therapy regime. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour This Evening ~ Tracy wore her resting hand splints for one hour this afternoon. She is really doing a good job tolerating her resting hand splints, both day and night. Daily OM : Grumps: Shining Through The Clouds ~

Thursday, July 4, 2013 ~ Mom Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For The Ocean Sky Resort For Morning Meditation & Sun Salutations On The Beach ~Mom had a great morning meditation and sun salutations on the beach. Mom Has A Half Day At Teacher Training Today Due To The 4TH Of July Holiday ~ Mom had a half day of her Teacher Training due to it being Independence Day today! They decided to spend it quietly at home, resting and enjoying the pool and hot tub. No fireworks for us this year! Boo! The Girls Dry Brush Tracy's Extremities This Afternoon ~ Wilmene, Ketteline, and Grace dry brushed Tracy's extremities today, increasing blood flow, circulation, and sensory stimulation. She seems to really enjoy this new addition to her therapy regime. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour This Evening ~ Tracy wore her resting hand splints for one hour this afternoon. She is really doing a good job tolerating her resting hand splints, both day and night. Daily OM : A Concrete Dream: Goals ~

Wednesday, July 3, 2013 ~ Mom Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For The Ocean Sky Resort For Morning Meditation & Sun Salutations On The Beach ~Mom had a great morning meditation and sun salutations on the beach. The Girls Dry Brush Tracy's Extremities This Afternoon ~ Wilmene, Ketteline, and Grace dry brushed Tracy's extremities today, increasing blood flow, circulation, and sensory stimulation. She seems to really enjoy this new addition to her therapy regime. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour This Evening ~ Tracy wore her resting hand splints for one hour this afternoon. She is really doing a good job tolerating her resting hand splints, both day and night. Daily OM : The Greater Cause: Some Good Reasons For Doing Good ~

Tuesday, July 2, 2013 ~ Mom Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For The Ocean Sky Resort For Morning Meditation & Sun Salutations On The Beach ~Mom had a great morning meditation and sun salutations on the beach. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Tracy wore her resting hand splints for one hour this afternoon. She is doing a really good job tolerating her splints both day and night. Grace Puts On Tracy's Yoga Toes For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Grace put Tracy's Yoga Toes on for one hour this afternoon. She really likes her new Yoga Toes! They are purple and much more comfortable than the old ones. The Girls Dry Brush Tracy's Arms & Legs This Afternoon ~ Ketteline and Grace dry brushed Tracy's arms and legs this afternoon. She really enjoys all the attention, especially the foot and scalp massages. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Afternoon ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He spent thirty minutes stretching and ranging Tracy's major muscle groups, and then it was time to get Tracy on the therapy bench and balance discs for trunk and neck strengthening exercises. Tracy is doing a really outstanding job with her trunk and neck control. Daily OM : Offerings Of The Day: Finding Gifts In All ~

Monday, July 1, 2013 ~ Mom Leaves Bright & Early This Morning For The Ocean Sky Resort For Morning Meditation & Sun Salutations On The Beach ~Mom had a great morning meditation and sun salutations on the beach. Ketteline & Grace Dry Brush Tracy's Arms & Legs Three Times Today ~ The girls dry brushed Tracy's arms and legs three times today. It is so good for sensory integration, exfoliation, and increased circulation. Tracy Wears Her Resting Hand Splints For One Hour Today ~ Tracy is doing a good job tolerating her resting hand splints for one hour during the day, in addition to her nightly wear. Grace Puts On Tracy's Yoga Toes For One Hour This Afternoon ~ Tracy wore her Yoga Toes for one hour this afternoon. They are new, purple, and really comfortable, much nicer than her old ones. Daily OM : A Refuge Of Your Own: Creating A Garden Sanctuary