Wednesday, June 30th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Keri At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Keri this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. Keri takes her yoga seriously, and is one of the best instructors at Awaken! Her classes are so challenging and the temperature was really hot and humid today. Tania Shapes Tracy's Eyebrows This Afternoon ~ Tania shaped Tracy's eyebrows this afternoon. She does such a good job with Tracy's beauty treatments. Tracy Wears Her Wrist Splints This Afternoon ~ Tracy tolerated her wrist splints for an hour and a half on her left wrist and an hour on her right wrist. Tracy's Physical Therapy With Greg Is Cancelled This Evening ~ Greg is still not feeling well and had to cancel his Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. Tania worked on stretching and range of motion od Tracy's major muscle groups, especially her right shoulder, her wrists, and her legs this evening while Tracy relaxed in her bed. Emil Arrives This Afternoon From Northern Virginia ~ Mom was so surprised to see Emil this afternoon. He is visiting us for a few days! Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet For Twenty Minutes This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's yogi toes on her feet to give them a good stretch for twenty minutes this evening. She does such a good job stretching and ranging Tracy's hands and feet. Aunt Candy, Mike, & Olivia Arrive This Evening From New Hampshire ~ It was so nice to have Candy, Mike and Olivia visiting with us for the next 9 days. We are looking forward to Tanya, Megan, and Rich's arrival tomorrow evening. Tracy Is Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Nourishing & Cleansing: Performing Daily Ceremony ~

Tuesday, June 29th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Kelly At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Kelly this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. She is such a great instructor. It was a great class. Mom Goes To Her Second Session With Dr. Corn This Afternoon ~ Mom went to her second session with Dr. Corn this afternoon. She is a perfect match for Mom, and she is learning a lot. Mom Goes To Publix This Afternoon ~ Mom went to Publix this afternoon. She is getting everything ready for Aunt Candy's visit tomorrow evening. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Dee On The Mat This Evening ~ Dee did Physical Therapy with Tracy on the mat. He stretched and ranged her major muscle groups and then gave her an awesome massage. She sure does love her massages with Dee. 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: Echoes Of Power: Sacred Vows ~

Monday, June 28th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Jessica This Morning ~ Mom had a really good Hot Yoga session with Jessica this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was so hot and humid; the brutal summer heat is here! Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet For Twenty-five Minutes This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's yogi toes on her feet to give them a good stretch for twenty-five minutes this evening. She does such a good job stretching and ranging Tracy's hands and feet. Tracy Chills Out In Her Comfortable Bed This Evening ~ Tania and Mom got Tracy in her bed to relax this afternoon. She really enjoys chillaxing in her pretty room! Tracy Watches Match Box 20 On Her Television This Evening ~ Dad put Tracy's drum sticks in her hands this evening while she watched Match Box 20 in concert this evening on her television. She was laughing when Dad moved her hands to help her drum to the beat. 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: Evolving Commitment : Spirituality In The Workplace ~

Sunday, June 27th, 2010 ~ Tracy Rests In Her Chair For Most Of The Day ~ Tracy rested in her chair for most of the day. Mom read and enjoyed a little sunshine out by the pool. It was a beautiful day! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To 6 PM Mass At St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy went to 6 PM Mass at St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church in Lighthouse Point. It was a nice Mass! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Stop At Dairy Queen This Evening After Mass ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy stopped at Dairy Queen after Mass this evening. It was sooo good. Mom gave Tracy a little taste and she licked her lips several times. 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: Days Of Affirmation: Sending Love Ahead To Your Day ~

Saturday, June 26th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To 8 AM Hot Yoga With Noah This Morning ~ Mom enjoyed her 8 AM Hot Yoga class with Noah this morning. What a great way to start the weekend. It was a great class, very hot and humid! He has such a soothing voice and manner. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning. She sure does love her Spa Saturdays. Mom, Dad, Wilmene, & Tracy Make A Quick Trip To The Town Center Mall In Boca ~ Mom, Dad, Wilmene & Tracy made a quick trip to the Boca Town Center Mall to pick up Dad's new dress pants. Mom bought some Mac makeup! She was totally out and way overdue. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go On The Boat With Friends & Family For The Full Moon Sail ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy were joined by Chip & Eileen, and Bob & Judy for a boat ride to the Hillsboro Lighthouse this evening to watch the full moon rise. They met Gil and his crew and tied up in the inlet. It was a beautiful evening and everyone had a great time. Tracy was able to join everyone at the stern to see the moon rise. 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: Shifting With The Tide : Energetic Motion ~

Friday, June 25th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Her 8:30 AM Tower Class With Christine This Morning ~ Mom loves her Tower Class with Christine this morning. She was the only one who showed up, so she had a private class with Christine. It is a real challenge to the core. Mom Skips Her Yogalates With Janet At Awaken Hot Yoga ~ Mom was feeling a little tired and skipped her Yogalates class with Janet this morning. Tracy Naps For Several Hours This Afternoon ~ Tracy was really tired and napped for several hours this afternoon. Tania Puts Tracy's Wrist Splints On For About An Hour This Afternoon ~ Tracy tolerated her wrist splints for about an hour this afternoon. Tracy's Hippotherapy Is Cancelled This Afternoon At Parkland ~ Mom cancelled Tracy's Hippotherapy this evening because it was too hot and humid. Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet For Twenty Minutes This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's yogi toes on her feet to give them a good stretch for twenty minutes this evening. She does such a good job stretching and ranging Tracy's hands and feet. 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: Stronger Than You Know: Getting Ourselves Worked Up ~

Thursday, June 24th, 2010 ~ Tracy Gets Her Hair Highlighted & Cut By Kerri This Morning ~ Kerri highlighted and cut Tracy's hair this morning. It really looks awesome! She does such a great job with Tracy's hair. Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Kate This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice with Kate this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga. She is such a good instructor! Mom loves her classes. The room has been so hot and humid lately! It is unbelievable how much hotter it is with the increase in humidity. Mom Goes To See Dr. Corn For The First Time This Afternoon ~ Mom went to see Dr. Corn for her first appointment this afternoon. She was very pleased with her session. Mom Has A Dental Appointment This Afternoon ~ Mom had a dental appointment with Dr. Camuccio this afternoon. Greg Comes To Do Tracy's Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Greg comes to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He and Dad got Tracy prone on the therapy mat for 27 minutes. She did a great job tolerating this position while Greg worked on stretching Tracy's hips and quads. Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet For Twenty Minutes This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's yogi toes on her feet to give them a good stretch for twenty minutes this evening. She does such a good job stretching and ranging Tracy's hands and feet.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: Penetrating The Darkness : Wisdom Of The Owl ~

Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Keri At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Keri this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. Keri takes her yoga seriously, and is one of the best instructors at Awaken! Her classes are so challenging and the temperature was really hot and humid today. Tania Puts Tracy's Splints On Her Wrists For Three Hours This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's splints on her wrists for 3 hours this afternoon. She is doing a much better tolerating her wrist splints since they have been modified. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Greg This Evening ~ Greg performed Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening in her bed. He stretched and ranged Tracy's major muscle groups. Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's Yogi Toes on her feet for 25 minutes this evening. Nana, Nadesha, & Uncle Johnny Come Over For Pizza This Evening ~ Nana's power was off in her building so Nadesha, Nana, and Uncle Johnny came over and had pizza with us this evening. It was really good. Tracy Is Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Anticipating The Good: Anxiety About Change ~

Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Kelly At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Kelly this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. The temperature and humidity was perfect! Very HOT, HOT, HOT! It was a great class. Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet This Evening ~ Tracy tolerated 35 minutes with her Yogi Toes on her feet this afternoon. She really enjoys her foot massages, stretches, and pedicures. Tracy Wears Her Wrist Splints This Afternoon ~ Tracy tolerated her wrist splints for 3 and a half hours on her left wrist and 2 hours on her right wrist. The modifications that her Occupational Therapist made yesterday really seems to be helping. Mom did not find any pressure marks on her arms, hands, or fingers. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Dee This Evening ~ Dee massaged and ranged Tracy in her bed this evening. She sure does love her massages! 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: Bounded By Wellness: Send Healing To Yourself ~

Monday, June 21st, 2010 ~ Happy Summer Solstice ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Lisa This Morning ~ Mom had a really good Hot Yoga session with Lisa this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was so hot and humid; the brutal summer heat is here! Mom, Tania, & Tracy Go To The Occupational Therapist In Boca Raton To Get Her Wrist Splints Adjusted This Afternoon ~ Mom, Tania, and Tracy had an appointment with the Occupational Therapist this afternoon to get her wrist splints adjusted. She was only able to tolerate her splints for 45 minutes, so Mom is hoping that the adjustment extends her wearing time. Mom, Tania & Tracy Go To Barnes & Noble After Her Appointment This Afternoon ~ Mom, Tania, and Tracy went to their favorite place: Barnes & Noble, this afternoon. Mom found two awesome meditation books. Tania bought several books and a magazine. Mom Reads To Tracy The Little Engine That Could This Evening ~ Mom found the book that Cousin Dolly gave Tracy February, 2003. When Tracy was in preschool at Mater Dolorosa Catholic School, Cousin Dolly used to read to her The Little Engine That Could. Mom read the book to Tracy again, and she seemed to remember it. She always loved this story about perseverance and commitment. Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet For Twenty Minutes This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's yogi toes on her feet to give them a good stretch for twenty minutes this evening. She does such a good job stretching and ranging Tracy's hands and feet. Tracy Chills Out In Her Comfortable Bed This Evening ~ Tania and Mom got Tracy in her bed to relax this afternoon. She really enjoys chillaxing in her pretty room! 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 Dwelling Pulse : Energy Of A Home ~

Sunday, June 20th, 2010 ~ Happy Father's Day! ~ Dad Goes To St. Paul's For A Father's Day Brunch This Morning ~ Mom stayed with LuLu and Tracy while Dad went to the Father's Day brunch at St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church in Lighthouse Point. He met some new friends at the breakfast. LuLu Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ LuLu gave Tracy a facial this morning. Tracy Vomits Three Times Today ~ Tracy vomited three times today, twice before 11 AM. Mom thinks it could be related to the Bactrim DS that she is taking for her UTI. They decided to only give it to her with food. Mom and Dad decided to let Tracy rest for a while in her bed. Nana, Aunt Diane, & Nadesha Come Over For The Afternoon ~ Nana, Aunt Diane, and Nadesha spent the day outside around the pool. The water temperature was just right and the hot tub was toasty. Tracy enjoyed relaxing outside this afternoon, and seemed to feel a little better. Mom decided to give her only Pedialyte for the rest of the day, in place of the milk based Jevity 1.2. Uncle Johnny Joins Us For Chinese Food This Evening ~ Uncle Johnny arrived this evening and everyone enjoyed some delicious Chinese food for dinner. Golden China has the best Chinese food in the area. Nana loves the Shrimp with Lobster Sauce. It is really 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: Days Of Affirmation: Sending Love Ahead To Your Day ~

Saturday, June 19th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To 8 AM Hot Yoga With Noah This Morning ~ Mom enjoyed her 8 AM Hot Yoga class with Noah this morning. What a great way to start the weekend. It was a great class, very hot and humid! He has such a soothing voice and manner. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning. She sure does love her Spa Saturdays. Mom & Dad Make A Quick Trip To The Town Center Mall In Boca ~ Mom and Dad made a quick trip to the Boca Town Center Mall to shop for Father's Day! Dad bought some new Italian made silk dress pants for Father's Day! They are really nice, and he was able to go down a size since he lost 30 pounds doing Bikram Yoga. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To 4:30 PM Mass This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed Mass this evening at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Lighthouse Point. It was a great sermon, and a great Mass. Mom & Dad Have Spicy Chicken Wings & A Cobb Salad From Bonefish Mac's This Evening ~ Mom and Dad enjoyed spicy chicken wings and a Cobb salad from Bonefish Mac's this evening. Yummy! 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: Dicvine Feminine Force : Shakti ~

Friday, June 18th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To 8:30 AM Tower Class With Christine & Dawn ~ Mom loves her Tower Class with Christine and Dawn on Friday mornings. It is a real challenge to the core. Mom Goes To Yogalates With Janet At Awaken Hot Yoga ~ Janet taught a kick-ass class this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga. She really, really gets to the core! Mom just knows she will be sore tomorrow! Mom, Tracy, Wilmene, Mary, & Tania Go To Lunch At Grand Lux For Wilmene's Birthday This Afternoon ~ Everyone enjoyed a delicious lunch at the Grand Lux at the Boca Town Center Mall. The food and service is so good, and the ambiance is not bad either. Wilmene loves the Jambalaya and the strawberry lemonade. Tracy Has Hippotherapy This Afternoon At Parkland ~ Mom, Dad, & Tania took Tracy to her Hippotherapy session this afternoon. Tracy did awesome for about twenty minutes, and then was exhausted. It was so hot and humid, that it is a wonder that she survived the twenty minutes. She demonstrated great head and trunk control. Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet For Twenty Minutes This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's yogi toes on her feet to give them a good stretch for twenty minutes this evening. She does such a good job stretching and ranging Tracy's hands and feet. Mom & Dad Go In The Hot Tub This Evening ~ Mom and Dad enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub this evening. It was a beautiful evening, and the hot tub temperature was a perfect 104 degrees. 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: Useful Transformation: Make Change Work For You ~

Thursday, June 17th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Kate This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice with Kate this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga. She is such a good instructor! Mom loves her classes. The room has been so hot and humid lately! It is unbelievable how much hotter it is with the increase in humidity. Tracy Is On Bactrim DS For A UTI ~ The doctor started Tracy on Bactrim DS 500 mg, twice a day for treatment for a Urinary Tract Infection. Hopefully, she will be feeling better soon. Greg Cancels Tracy's Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Greg was unable to come to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He is out of town, and hopefully will be back next week. Tania Works On Tracy's Range of Motion & Stretching This Afternoon ~ Tania worked on stretching and range of motion od Tracy's major muscle groups, especially her right shoulder, her wrists, and her legs this evening while Tracy relaxed in her bed. Then she put on Tracy's wrist splints, which she tolerated for 45 minutes. Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet For Twenty Minutes This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's yogi toes on her feet to give them a good stretch for twenty minutes this evening. She does such a good job stretching and ranging Tracy's hands and feet.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: Below The Surface : Finding Deep Strength ~

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Keri At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Keri this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. Keri takes her yoga seriously, and is one of the best instructors at Awaken! Her classes are so challenging and the temperature was really hot and humid today. Mom & Aunt Diane Go To Mass & The Rosary At St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church In Lighthouse Point This Morning ~ Mom met Aunt Diane at St. Paul's this morning for Mass and the Rosary. It was so soothing to the soul. They said several Rosaries: the Chaplet and the Luminous Mysteries. Tracy's Physical Therapy With Greg Is Cancelled This Evening ~ Greg has a cold and had to cancel his Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. Tania worked on stretching and range of motion od Tracy's major muscle groups, especially her right shoulder, her wrists, and her legs this evening while Tracy relaxed in her bed. Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet For Twenty Minutes This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's yogi toes on her feet to give them a good stretch for twenty minutes this evening. She does such a good job stretching and ranging Tracy's hands and feet. Tracy Is Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: A Refuge Of Your Own: Creating Your Own Sanctuary ~

Tuesday, June 15th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Veronica At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Veronica this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. She was pleasantly surprised to find Veronica substitutiong for Kelly since she hasn't had Veronica in several weeks. It was a great class. Tracy's Physical Therapy With Dee This Evening Is Cancelled ~ Dee had to cancel this evening due to a management emergency at work. Tracy really does miss her Physical Therapy session with Dee. Tania Stretches & Ranges Tracy's Hands & Dons Her Splints This Afternoon ~ Tania ranged and stretched Tracy's hands, wrists, and fingers this evening. Then she put Tracy's splints on her wrists to help open her 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: The Consequences You Sow: Action & Effect ~

Monday, June 14th, 2010 ~ Happy Birthday Wilmene ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Lisa This Morning ~ Mom had a really good Hot Yoga session with Lisa this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It was so hot and humid; the brutal summer heat is here! Mom Rides Around Lighthouse Point To Find Wilmene Her Birthday Present ~ Mom rode from one jewelry store to another looking for the perfect charm for Wilmene's bracelet. She found a teddy bear from Tracy and a pretty purple bead with tan hearts from her and Dad and Tiffany. Tania gave her a swirl bead! So pretty. We plan to go to lunch later this week! Mom Catches Up On Two Weeks Of Tracy's Website Today ~ Mom finished up with Tracy's website entries today, after more than two weeks of catching up! Whew! Lots and lots of writing.... Tracy Chills Out In Her Comfortable Bed This Afternoon ~ Tania and Mom got Tracy in her bed to relax this afternoon. She really enjoys chillaxing in her pretty room! 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 Is The Key : Getting What You Want ~

Sunday, June 13th, 2010 ~ Happy Birthday Megan! ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy, LuLu, Nana, Nadesha, Aunt Diane, & Jeff Go On The Boat ~ Everyone had a great day on the boat; the lift continues to work well getting Nana and Tracy on board. Dad is becoming a great boat captain, and Mom a not so bad first mate. We headed South to Bahia Mar and enjoyed the leisurely cruise down the Intracoastal. There were so many boats that the Intracoastal was a bit rough. It was so hot, that the air conditioner in the salon was working overtime. When we returned to the dock, Uncle Johnny was there to help us tie up. We all enjoyed the hot tub, and then Mom and Dad surprised Uncle Johnny with a massage by Fred. He is the best massage therapist! Then it was Mom and Dad's turn. He spent some extra time destressing Mom after the past two weeks. She was stiff as a board! Dad & Mom Watch The Celtics Beat The Lakers In Game 4 Of The MBA Finals ~ It was great to see the Celtics beat the Lakers this evening in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Mom does not like Cobey Bryant! Just saying! 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: Cutting Out The Weeds: Mind Over Matter ~

Saturday, June 12th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To 8 AM Hot Yoga With Noah This Morning ~ Mom enjoyed her 8 AM Hot Yoga class with Noah this morning. What a great way to start the weekend. It was a great class, very hot and humid! He is such a motivating teacher. Mom & Dad Take The Boat Out In The Ocean To Run The Engines ~ Mom and Dad took the boat out in the ocean through the Hillsboro Inlet and then the Boca Inlet. They were able to run the engines, and it was beautiful! Luna finally had her maiden voyage and Luca is becoming an old salty sailor! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Go To 4:30 PM Mass This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed Mass this evening at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Lighthouse Point. It was a great sermon, and a great Mass. Tracy Has Been Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more 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: Beyond The Physical: We Are Beings Of Light ~

Friday, June 11th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To 8:30 AM Tower Class With Christine & Diane ~ Mom loves her Tower Class with Christine and Diane on Friday mornings. It is a real challenge to the core. Mom Goes To Yogalates With Janet At Awaken Hot Yoga ~ Janet taught a kick-ass class this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga. She really gets to the core! Mom just knows she will be sore tomorrow! Tracy Has Hippotherapy This Afternoon At Parkland ~ Diane from St. Paul's accompanied Tracy, Tania and Mom to Hippotherapy this afternoon. She was so excited to see how Tracy rides Breezy during her Hippotherapy sessions. Tracy did a great job, sitting tall on Breezy and working on her head control. It had been several weeks since she rode, and she did not miss a beat! Diane Treats Us To A Delicious Al Fresco Pizza From Amatos ~ Diane treated us all to a delicious al fresco pizza from Amatos at the Pompano City Centre. It was so nice to be able to visit with her while sharing a meal. 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: Clinging To The Core: When Our World Falls Apart ~

Thursday, June 10th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Kate This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga practice with Kate this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga. She is such a good instructor! Mom loves her classes. The room has been so hot and humid lately! It is unbelievable how much hotter it is with the increase in humidity. Mom Goes To Mass & The Rosary This Morning After Yoga ~ Mom found some peace and solitude at 11 am Mass and the Rosary this morning after her Yoga practice. She is going to make it a weekly practice to go to Mass and the Rosary whenever possible! Greg Cancels Tracy's Physical Therapy This Evening ~ Greg was slammed at work this evening and had to cancel Tracy's Physical Therapy. Dad and Mom took advantage of the free time and took Tracy and the dogs for a long walk around the neighborhood. Then they went for a ride in the Honda Odyssey that Mom is test driving! They went to Rita's Italian Ice for sorbet. Mmmm! It was really 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: A Magical Potion: Morning Dew ~

Wednesday, June 9th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Keri At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Keri this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. Keri takes her yoga seriously, and is one of the best instructors at Awaken! Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet For Twenty Minutes This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's yogi toes on her feet to give them a good stretch for twenty minutes this evening. She does such a good job stretching and ranging Tracy's hands and feet. Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Greg This Evening ~ Greg worked with Tracy in long sitting this evening. He worked on torso rotation and shoulder stretches while in this position. Tracy did a good job tolerating her therapy session this evening. Tracy Is Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: The Greatness In Others: Recognizing Our Own Greatness ~

Tuesday, June 8th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Kelly At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Kelly this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. She really missed her yoga practice. Mom Goes To Mass & The Rosary This Morning After Yoga ~ Mom found some peace and solitude at 11 am Mass and the Rosary this morning after her Yoga practice. She is going to make it a weekly practice to go to Mass and the Rosary whenever possible! Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Dee This Evening ~ Dee came by this evening to do Physical Therapy with Tracy. He stretched, ranged, and massaged Tracy's major muscle groups, and then he and Tania straddled Tracy on the peanut ball for trunk strengthening exercises. She did a good job sitting up tall and working on her head control. Dee does such a good job with Tracy's therapy! 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: Translating Our Feelings: Are You Excited Or Scared? ~

Monday, June 7th, 2010 ~ Mamaw Leaves Today To Go Back To Louisiana ~ We really enjoyed Mamaw's company this week, and was glad that she came to stay with Dad while Mom was away! It was so nice to visit with her while she was here! Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Lisa This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom enjoyed Hot Yoga this morning with Lisa at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. Lisa is a really methodical instructor and Mom really enjoyed her class. Mom Goes To 11 AM Mass & Rosary This Morning ~ Mom enjoyed the 11 AM Mass this morning at St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church. Monsigneur Brice said a really nice Mass. After Mass, the congregation prayed the Rosary and offered it to Tracy! Mom is going to make going to Mass during the week a habit! Diane & Virginia Visit Tracy This Afternoon ~ Diane and Virginia from St. Paul's Legion of Mary visited us this afternoon. Virginia made some more cookies and everyone watched Jon's DVD of his life. During their stay, we had a really bad electrical storm which caused a brief brown out. Looks like we are into the intense summer weather patterns already! Aunt Diane Stays With Us This Evening While Dad Is In Dallas ~ Aunt Diane spent the night this evening with Mom and Tracy while Dad is at the HIMS conference in Dallas. 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: Exploring An Alternate Universe : What Makes People Tick? ~

Sunday, June 6th, 2010 ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy, Mamaw, & LuLu Meet The Family At St. Mary's Church In Pahokee For Uncle Johnny's 35 Anniversary Of Priesthood ~ Everyone enjoyed a very festive Mass in honor of Uncle Johnny's 35th anniversary of priesthood! It was an incredible celebration, complete with dancers, singers, a sax player, and delicious home made food! The parishioners even made bags, t-shirts and fans with Uncle Johnny's picture on it! They did an incredible job! Mom, Dad, Tracy & Mamaw Watch The Celtics Play The Lakers This Evening ~ Mamaw treated us to Chinese food while we watched the Celtics play the Lakers in the NBA Final this evening. It was a really good game, and Mom was happy the Celtics won! 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: Finding Our Own Paths : Entering Awareness ~

Saturday, June 5th, 2010 ~ Mom Goes To 8 AM Yoga With Susana This Morning ~ Mom enjoyed her Hot Yoga this morning with Susana at Awaken Hot Yoga in Lighthouse Point. It had been ten days since she went to Hot Yoga and she was long overdue! It was a great class! Mom, Dad, Tracy, Nana, Wilmene & Mamaw Go To Baers To Check Out The New Tommy Bahama Kitchen Chairs ~ Mom really liked the kitchen chairs that Mamaw and Dad picked out last weekend. They brought one home to see how it looked and it was a perfect match! So Dad went back and ordered six for the kitchen, four to remain at the table and two extra which they plan to put in the living room. Nana & Tracy Watch The French Open This Afternoon ~ Nana and Tracy enjoyed watching the French Open this afternoon. Nana sure does love her tennis! 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 ~

Friday, June 4th, 2010 ~ Mom Takes Nana, Mamaw & Nadesha To The Hair Salon In Lake Worth This Morning ~ Mom took Nana, Mamaw and Nadesha to Kerri"s @ The Hairnet this morning. Everyone needed their hair done. Mom treated everyone to Starbucks! Mamaw Treats Everyone To Lunch At The Holiday Inn, Highland Beach ~ Mamaw treated the girls to lunch at the Holiday Inn Highland Beach this afternoon. They enjoyed lobster rolls, and Mom had her favorite sesame encrusted ahi tuna! It was nice to remember when Aunt Candy and the boys would stay at the Holiday Inn during their vacation every year! What great memories! Mom, Dad, Nana, Aunt Diane, & Tracy Go Out On The Boat For A Sunset Sail This Evening ~ Everyone enjoyed a sunset sail this evening on the boat! The lift worked really great to get Mamaw, Nana, and Tracy on the boat in no time. Tracy Is Really Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: As The Earth Allows The Rain: Sitting With Feelings ~

Thursday, June 3rd, 2010 ~ Mom, Tiffany, Uncle Johnny, Guy & Chip Fly Home Today ~ Everyone left today on all different flights! It was so hard to leave Candy and the family, especially after such a sad and stressful week. It was so comforting to know that we are leaving behind a very large support group of friends with Candy and the family. Jon's friends were so amazing throughout the week, providing an incredible amount of assistance on every front. From airport shuttling of family, to cooking and cleaning, to making the many story boards filled with loving photographs of a life long friendship, to buying black ties for all of the pall bearers, readers, family and friends, words cannot describe the intense love that was shared by all! If one looks in the dictionary under the word friendship, one would find each and evey one of Jon's friends! Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Greg This Evening ~ Greg came by to stretch and range Tracy. He stretched all of her major muscle groups on her massage table. Tracy really seems to enjoy her therapy with Greg. Mom Returns Home This Evening After Nearly A Week In New Hampshire With Aunt Candy ~ Mom was so relieved to return home this evening. She really missed everyone, especially kissing and hugging her angel, Tracy! She was so thankful for Mamaw's help and support during this difficult week! Tania and Wilmene really worked overtime as well, to make sure that Tracy was well taken care of. Thanks to everyone who made this week a little easier so that Mom and Dad could be in New Hampshire where they were needed with Aunt Candy and the family! 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: No Wrong Response: Experiences Shape Your Reactions ~

Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010 ~ Today Is Jonathon's Funeral Mass ~ After the family and close friends gathered at the funeral home to pay our final farewells to Jonathon, it was time to proceed to St. John Neumann's Catholic Church for the Mass of Catholic burial. Uncle Johnny concelebrated the Mass with Fr. Aggie. Aunt Candy selected the most beautiful songs, some of which were sung by the vocalist Stacey, and some of which were played from a CD made by Jon's good friend, Cory. The service was very sad and very beautiful at the same time. Uncle Johnny's sermon was so beautiful. He described his conversation with God regarding Jon's passing. He told God that he felt lost, and that he needed some direction with this sad event. God told Uncle Johnny to take the crucifex off the wall, and to use it as his compass. He said that the cross was ponting North, South, East, and West, and that where all four directions meet in the middle, there is where John should focus. Uncle Johnny explained that God said they meet in the middle at the heart of Jesus, and this is where we are to focus. Then Uncle Johnny told the story of how he blessed Jon and Megan's promise rings, and how Megan sang Jon's favorite song to him: Your Guardian Angel before he passed. He then recounted Aunt Candy's beautiful description of Jon's passing. It was all so touching and bittersweet. We will forever miss Jon, but know he lives on in those who received his kidneys and three heart valves! Tracy Has Physical Therapy With Greg This Evening ~ Greg came by to stretch and range Tracy. He stretched all of her major muscle groups and then he and Tania positioned Tracy prone (on her tummy) for additional stretching. Tracy relaxed into this position and seemed to enjoy it very much. This stretch is so good for her! Mamaw was very impressed with Tracy's improved range of motion and tolerance. Tracy really seems to enjoy her therapy with Greg. Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet For Twenty Minutes This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's yogi toes on her feet to give them a good stretch for twenty minutes this evening. She does such a good job stretching and ranging Tracy's hands and feet. Tracy Is Trying To Talk Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue and mouth a lot over the past several months. She has been sticking out her tongue on command as well. She has been a lot more alert, responding more quickly to our questions with some vocalization, head nods, and head shakes. She also has been moving her lips more and getting some mouth closure. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: Unveiling The Soul's Vision: Medicine Wheels ~

Tuesday, June 1st, 2010 ~ Mom, Tiffany, Guy, Chip, & Uncle Johnny Are In Merrimack, NH At Cousin Jon's Wake ~ Mom is in Merrimack, NH with Tiffany, Uncle Johnny, Chip & Guy attending Cousin Jon's wake this afternoon. There must have been 600 people who attended the calling hours! The line wrapped around the building several times! It was truly an outpouring of love that was shared by all. Uncle Johnny led the family and friends in prayer, and everyone paid their respects. The flowers were so beautiful. Such a sad time for our family and friends. Dad stayed with Tracy and Aunt Diane stayed with Nana. Tracy Has Been Laughing & Smiling All Day ~ Tania told Mom that Tracy has been laughing and smiling all day! Maybe Jon has visited her! We are not quite sure why she has been so happy, but perhaps she knows something that we are not privy to? Tania Puts Tracy's Yogi Toes On Her Feet For Twenty Minutes This Evening ~ Tania put Tracy's yogi toes on her feet to give them a good stretch for twenty minutes this evening. She does such a good job stretching and ranging Tracy's hands and feet. 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 You Believe : Create Completeness ~