Tuesday, May 31st, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Emily ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Emily this morning. She really kicked her butt! Mom loves Emily! Mom Goes To Spinning This Afternoon With Jenn At 31Ten ~ Mom went to an awesome Spinning class this afternoon with Jenn at 31Ten. It was a very challenging class! Mom is really glad to be back to Spinning. Mom Drops Off Tracy's Urine Specimen At Dr. Williams' Office For Analysis ~ Mom obtained and dropped off a sterile cathed specimen at Dr. Williams' office this afternoon for analysis after five days of Cipro to treat a UTI. We'll keep you posted on the results. Michelle Massages Tracy's Hands & Feet With Forever Sunshine Lotion ~ Michelle massaged Tracy's hands and feet with Forever Sunshine lotion this afternoon. Then she put Tracy's Yogi Toes on for some additional toe stretching. Michelle Reads To Tracy From The Angel Book This Afternoon ~ Michelle read from Tracy's Angel Book this afternoon. Dee Cancels Tracy's Therapy Session This Evening ~ Dee is down with lower back spasms and had to cancel Tracy's session this evening. We sure hope he feels better soon! Emil Comes To Hang Out With Mom & Tracy This Evening ~ Emil comes to hang out with Mom and Tracy this evening. Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM : What Lies Beneath: Why We Lash Out ~

Monday, May 30th, 2011 ~ Dad Leaves For Bogata This Morning ~ Dad left for Bogata, Colombia this morning. He is presenting in court as an expert witness. Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Erika This Morning ~ Mom went to Hot Yoga this morning with Erika. It was a great class! She is constantly challenging us! Mom Did Veronica's Yoga Class After Erika's ~ Mom stayed for Veronica's one hour Hot Yoga class after Erika's. It felt amazing! Michelle Massages Tracy's Hands & Feet With Forever Sunshine Lotion ~ Michelle massaged Tracy's hands and feet with Forever Sunshine lotion this afternoon. Then she put Tracy's Yogi Toes on for some additional toe stretching. Marcus Is Away So Tracy Does Not Have Physical Therapy This Week ~ Marcus is on vacation and so Tracy does not have Physical Therapy this week. We miss him and look forward to his return next week. Aunt Diane Comes To Hang Out With Mom & Tracy ~ Aunt Diane came to hang out with Mom and Tracy this evening. Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. This is a very slow rocess, 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: Emptiness Becomes Openness: Sometimes A Loss Can Be A Gain ~

Sunday, May 29th, 2011 ~ Tracy Did Not Have Hippotherapy This Morning ~ Tracy did not have her hippotherapy session this morning, since Susan and the staff were away for the long weekend. Mom, Dad, Tracy, & Mary Go To 12 Noon Mass This Afternoon ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy, and Mary went to noon Mass at St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church in Lighthouse Point. They had to leave prior to the Gospel because Tracy was so vocal and laughing. Mom, Dad, Tracy & Mary Go To Starbucks For Lattes After Mass ~ Everyone enjoyed lattes and scones this afternoon after noon Mass. Yum! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch The French Open This Afternoon ~ Everyone enjoyed watching the French Open this afternoon. Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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: Poetry In Motion: Moving Our Bodies ~

Saturday, May 28th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Erika This Morning ~ Mom had a great class with Erika this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. It was really, really hot and humid in the room and there were lots and lots of people. Erika is a good instructor and she kicked our asanas. This was Mom's 16th class for the challenge, which is to complete 30 classes in 45 days. It ends on June 22nd! Dad Skips Bikram Yoga Today ~ Dad was a little sore from his massage and decided to take the day off from Hot Yoga. Today Is Cousin Jon's Dedication Of The Jon Simeone ATV Memorial Park In Merrimack ~ Everyone really wished they could be in Merrimack, New Hampshire for the dedication ceremony of the Jon Simeone ATV Memorial Bike Park for cousin Jon! Both kidney recipients were there to show their love and support! WOW! Wilmene Shapes Tracy's Eyebrows This Morning ~ Mom decided to change Tracy's facials to every other Saturday during the summer and to alternate with her eyebrows. Wilmene does such a good job keeping Tracy beautiful! Tracy loves her spa Saturdays. Our Good Friend Gerry & Karen Come To Bring Tracy A Pretty Plant Today ~ Our good friends Karen and Gerry from Winchester came to visit us today and brought Tracy a pretty hot pink Hydrangea plant. We had a good visit with them. Mom & Dad Go In The Hot Tub This Evening ~ Mom and Dad went into the hot tub this evening. It was really nice out and Tracy enjoyed hanging out by the pool too! Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene has been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tonge on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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 ~

Friday, May 27th, 2011 ~ Congratulations Cousin Kathryn Jean On Graduating Cum Laude From LSU Law School! It's Nice To Have A Lawyer In The Family ~ Mom Goes To Pilates Circuit Class With Christine This Morning At Wellness In Motion ~ Mom went to Pilates Circuit class this morning with Christine at Wellness in Motion in Lighthouse Point. Christine kicked our butts today! Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga In Boca This Morning ~ Dad enjoyed his Bikram Yoga practice this morning at Bikram College of India in Boca Raton. He sure does love his Bikram Yoga practice. Mom Meets Aunt Diane At Spinning This Morning ~ Mom and Aunt Diane had a great Spin class with Jenn at 31 Ten Fitness in Lighthouse Point. She totally whipped Mom and Aunt Diane's butts! What a great class! It really feels great to be back to Spinning. Dad Is Off Today & The Plan Was To Go On The Boat This Afternoon ~ Everyone was ready to go on the boat today, that is, until Dad dropped the power pack and controller for the accessible lift! So, we had to scratch Plan A and go to Plan B: No Boat today! Cousin Michelle Comes By To Visit Us This Afternoon ~ Cousin Michelle came by to visit us this afternoon. She sure is a lot of fun! Cousin Michelle Grills Salmon For Dinner This Evening ~ Michelle grilled some delicious salmon for dinner this evening. She made a delicious salad with Tiffany's Italina olive oil that we received today! Tiffany adopted an olive tree for Mom and Dad last Christmas. The olive grove, in the Appenine Mountains in Tuscany, is named Due Sorelle after sisters Gabriella and Elisabetta. The olive oil is first cold press, and is harvested and produced twice a yeat, in the spring and fall. For more informaiton, please visit their website at: www.nudo-italia.com/. Emily Comes By To Give Mom & dad A Much-Needed Massage This Evening ~ Emily came to give Mom and Dad an awesome massage this evening. Mom's neck and hips were all knotted up. She really released a lot of tension! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch The Bruins Win A Place In The Stanley Cup Playoffs This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy watched the Bruins secure a place in the Stanley Cup Playoffs! Yay! Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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: Avoiding Negative Vibrations : Taking On The Energy Of Others ~

Thursday, May 26th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Kate This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Kate this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Mom loves Kate's classes! Lauren Comes Back To Complete Her Nursing Assessment This Afternoon ~ Lauren the nurse came back today to complete her nursing assessment. She is very thorough. Mom, Tracy & Dad Watch American Idol: The Finale This Evening ~ Mom, Tracy and Dad watched American Idol this evening. It was an awesome show with lots of surprise appearances by stars: Lady Gaga, Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw, Tony Bennett, etc. Mom and Dad were happy to see Scotty win, although Lauren would have been a great American Idol. Rumor has it that Scotty and Lauren are dating! We should see some awesome duets with the two of them coming soon. Michelle Massages Tracy's Hands & Feet With Twisted Peppermint Lotion This Afternoon ~ Michelle massaged Tracy's hands and feet with Twisted Peppermint lotion this afternoon and then donned her Yogi Toes on her feet for some stretching. Michelle Braids Tracy's Hair This Evening ~ Michelle braided Tracy's hair this evening. It looked so cute! Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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 : Fresh & Unfixed: There Is Only One Now ~

Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Keri At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga Fitness Fusion practice with Keri this morning. The studio was really hot and humid and everyone worked their butts off. Nurse Lauren Visits From Advocate Health Care ~ Lauren came to do a nursing assessment this afternoon from Advocate Home Health. She gathered a lot of information about Tracy. Michelle Helps Mom Clean Out Tracy's Closet This Afternoon ~ Michelle helped Mom clean out Tracy's closet this afternoon. She is very motivating and a good match for Mom. Michelle Massages Tracy's Hands & Feet With Twisted Peppermint Lotion This Afternoon ~ Michelle massaged Tracy's hands and feet with Twisted Peppermint lotion this afternoon and then donned her Yogi Toes on her feet for some stretching. Michelle Reads To Tracy From Her Angel Book ~ Michelle read to Tracy from her Angel Book this afternoon. It is such a sweet book about guardian angels. Mom, Tracy, & Michelle Watch Oprah's Final Show This Afternoon ~ Mom, Tracy and Michelle watched Oprah's Final Show this afternoon. It was a great finale to her twenty-five years of service to the world. Tracy Refuses Yogurt This Afternoon ~ Tracy refuesed Wilmene's offer for yogurt or tapioca this afternoon. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch American Idol: The Finale This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy really enjoyed watching American Idol this season. Everyone is so talented and either Scotty or Lauren would be awesome Idols. Mom's favorite idol was Haley, and she was sorry to see her go last week. Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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 : Treasure Hunting: Discovering The Little Things That Make Us Happy ~

Tuesday, May 24th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Emily ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Emily this morning. She really kicked her butt! Mom loves Emily! Tracy Eats 2 Ounces Of Vanilla Pudding This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 2 ounces of tapioca pudding this afternoon. Mom Goes To Spinning This Afternoon With Jenn At 31Ten ~ Mom went to an awesome Spinning class this afternoon with Jenn at 31Ten. It was a very challenging class! Mom is really glad to be back to Spinning. Michelle Massages Tracy's Hands & Feet With Twisted Peppermint Lotion ~ Michelle massaged Tracy's hands and feet with Twisted Peppermint lotion this afternoon. Then she put Tracy's Yogi Toes on for some additional toe stretching. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy This Afternoon ~ Marcus came this afternoon to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this afternoon. He and Michelle transferred Tracy to the peanut ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises in front of the mirror. He used the Theraband on Tracy's forehead to increase resistance. Tracy worked very hard today and did a great job controlling her head. After her strengthening session, Michelle and Marcus transferred Tracy to her chair for Passive Range Of Motion and stretching exercises. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Dancing With The Stars Season Finale: The Results This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched Dancing With The Stars Season Finale: The Results this evening. We are all surprised to see Hines and Kim the winners. Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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 Light At The End Of Tunnel: Nothing Is Insurmountable ~

Monday, May 23rd, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Erika This Morning ~ Mom went to Hot Yoga this morning with Erika. It was a great class! She is constantly challenging us! Today Is Michelle's First Day With Tracy ~ Today is Michelle's first day working with Tracy as her new personal care assistant. She spent the day getting familiar with Tracy's daily routine. Michelle Reads To Tracy About Fashion From Harper's Bazaar ~ Michelle read to Tracy about fashion from Bazaar magazine. Tracy loves learning about fashion. Michelle Massages Tracy's Hands & Feet With Lotion ~ Michelle massaged Twisted Peppermint lotion on Tracy's feet and hands. Tracy loves her massages. Then Michelle put Tracy's Yogi Toes on for twenty minutes to stretch her feet. Mom, Tracy, & Michelle Watch Oprah's Tribute Today ~ Mom, Tracy and Michelle watched Oprah's Tribute Part I today! It is so hard to believe that we are two shows away from the end of her 25 years! Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He and Tania transferred Tracy to the peanut ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises. Marcus has Tracy positioned in front of the mirror while he is seated behind her on the therapy bench. He used the Theraband on Tracy's forehead to increase the resistance. She worked very hard to lift her head while sitting up tall on the peanut ball. Tracy is working so hard to get stronger every day! We are very proud of her! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Dancing With The Stars This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy watched Dancing With The Stars this evening. Mom is still rooting for Chelsea and Mark! The competition is getting really tough. Everyone needs to vote! Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. This is a very slow rocess, 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: Elegant Blessings: Living A Life Of Grace ~

Sunday, May 22nd, 2011 ~ Tracy, Mom & Dad Go To Hippotherapy Session This Morning ~ Tracy had a good hippotherapy session this morning with Susan and Breezy at Bit-By-Bit Therapeutic Riding Center in Parkland. It had been nearly a month since her last session, so she was back in the saddle again. She sat up very tall and demonstrated good trunk and head control throughout her thirty minute session. Great work Tracy! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Stop Over To See Nana Today ~ Mom had to drop something off at Nana's this afternoon, so they stopped by on the way home from hippotherapy. It is always good to see Nana and Nadesha. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Hang Out & Watch The French Open This Afternoon ~ Mom, Dad and Tracy watched the French Open today. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Miss Mass This Evening ~ The new pastor cancelled the 6 PM Mass on Sunday evenings so no one got to go to Mass as planned. Looks like we will be looking for a new parish. We are not pleased with the new changes the new pastor has made. Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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: Solace In Service: Doing For Others ~

Saturday, May 21st, 2011 ~ Congratulations Cousin Caroline On Graduating From Southeastern Louisiana University Nursing School! So Proud To Have Another Great Nurse In The Family! ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Erika This Morning ~ Mom had a great class with Erika this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. It was really, really hot and humid in the room and there were lots and lots of people. Erika is a good instructor and she kicked our asanas. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning. Tracy loves her spa Saturdays. Mom Gets All Three Dogs Groomed Today ~ Mom got all of the dogs groomed today! They look so pretty and smell good too! Wilmene Feeds Tracy Three Ounces Of Gerber Banana Pudding This Afternoon ~ Tracy ate tree ounces of Gerber banana pudding this afternoon. She is doing a great job swallowing and moving her tongue all around. Way to go Tracy! Mom & Dad Watch The Series' Finale Of The Mentalist This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched the series' finale of The Mentalist. Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene has been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tonge on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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: Offering Our Gift: Community Service ~

Friday, May 20th, 2011 ~ Today Is Tania's Last Day With Us! We Sure Are Going To Miss Her! ~ Mom Goes To Pilates Circuit Class With Christine This Morning At Wellness In Motion ~ Mom went to Pilates Circuit class this morning with Christine at Wellness in Motion in Lighthouse Point. Christine kicked our butts today! Mom Meets Aunt Diane At Spinning This Morning ~ Mom had a great Spin class with Jenn at 31 Ten Fitness in Lighthouse Point. She totally whipped Mom and Aunt Diane's butts! What a great class! It really feels great to be back to Spinning. Tracy Refuses Any Pudding Or Yogurt This Afternoon ~ Tracy shook her head "no" when Tania asked if she wanted any pudding or yogurt. So, we'll try again tomorrow. Tracy & Mom Give Tania A Pretty Sterling Silver Locket With Tracy's Picture Inside ~ Tania really liked her sterling silver locket and Mom was able to find a picture of Tracy small enough to fit inside. Mom Takes Lola For A Long Run This Afternoon ~ Mom took Lola for a long run/walk this afternoon. She really loved running, and is the perfect running partner. Mom might even consider getting back to running, now that she has a furry trainer. Tracy Watches Flashpoint This Evening ~ Tracy seemed to enjoy watching Flashpoint this evening. Mom is glad that the show is back on the air. Tania Finished Her Last Evening With Tracy ~ Everyone was so sad to see Tania leave this evening. We wish her well in her new endeavors, and hope she comes to visit us soon. Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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: Enjoying A Snail's Pace : Doing Things Slowly ~

Thursday, May 19th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Kate This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Kate this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Mom loves Kate's classes! Mom, Tracy, Wilmene, Tania, Norma, Nadesha, Nana, & Aunt Diane Go To Lunch At The Holiday Inn Highland Beach This Afternoon For Nadesha's Birthday & Tania's Last Day ~ Everyone had a great lunch at the Holiday Inn Highland Beach this afternoon. Uncle Johnny surprised us by handling the bill! Nadesha and Tania had a nice birthday and tribute. Thanks Uncle Johnny! Mom, Tracy & Dad Watch American Idol This Evening ~ Mom, Tracy and Dad watched American Idol this evening. It is really getting down to the wire now. Mom really likes Haley the best, and was so surprised to see her go home this evening. It is now between the two country singers: Lauren and Scotty! Mom & Dad Watch The Season Finale Of Grey's Anatomy & Private Practice This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched the season finales of Grey's Anatomy and Private Practice this evening. Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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 : Conscious Evolution: Being Aware Is The First Step ~

Wednesday, May 18th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Keri At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga Fitness Fusion practice with Keri this morning. The studio was really hot and humid and everyone worked their butts off. Wilmene Feeds Tracy Four Ounces Of Strawberry Yogurt This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy four ounces of strawberry Activia today. She is doing a good job moving her tongue and swallowing. Mom Brings A Cathed Urine Specimen To Dr. Williams For Routine Urinalysis And Culture & Sensitivity ~ Mom brought Tracy's cathed urine specimen to Dr. Williams for analysis. Results to follow. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He and Tania transferred Tracy to the peanut ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises. Marcus has Tracy positioned in front of the mirror while he is seated behind her on the therapy bench. She worked very hard to lift her head while sitting up tall on the peanut ball. Tracy is working so hard to get stronger every day! We are very proud of her! Dad Goes To Bikram Yoga This Evening With Edson In Boca Raton ~ Dad had a great Bikram Yoga practice this evening at Bikram College of India in Boca Raton. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch American Idol This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy are really enjoying watching American Idol this season. Everyone is so talented and the competition is getting pretty intense. Mom is rooting for Haley all the way! Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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 : Unplugging: Taking A Media Break ~

Tuesday, May 17th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Emily ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Emily this morning. She really kicked her butt! Mom loves Emily! Tracy Eats 5 Spoons Full Of Vanilla Pudding This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 5 spoons full of vanilla pudding this afternoon. She was grindnig her teeth really hard and bit the inside of her mouth. Mom Goes To Spinning This Afternoon With Jenn At 31Ten ~ Mom went to an awesome Spinning class this afternoon with Jenn at 31Ten. It was a very challenging class! Mom is really glad to be back to Spinning. Dee Comes To Do Physical & Massage Therapy This Afternoon ~ Dee came this afternoon to do Physical and Massage Therapy with Tracy this afternoon. He massaged Tracy's major muscle groups and then he and Tania got Tracy prone on the therapy mat for more stretching and massage. Tracy tolerated about 50 minutes in this position which is so good for her. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Dancing With The Stars: The Results This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched Dancing With The Stars: The Results this evening. We are still rooting for Chelsea and Mark. What a surprise to see Kirstie and Max, and Hines and Kym in the Finals too. Mom & Dad Watch NCIS & NCIS LA This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched the season finales of NCIS and NCIS LA this evening. What are we going to do when all of our favorite shows are over for the summer >Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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 The Soul: Living A Spiritual Life ~

Monday, May 16th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning ~ Mom went to Hot Yoga this morning with Erika. It was a great class, and Mom is feeling a lot better. Wilmene Feeds Tracy 4 Ounces Of Vanilla Pudding Today ~ Tracy ate four ounces of vanilla pudding today. She is doing a really good job eating and swallowing. We are so proud of Tracy! Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He and Tania transferred Tracy to the peanut ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises. Marcus has Tracy positioned in front of the mirror while he is seated behind her on the therapy bench. He used the Theraband on Tracy's forehead to increase the resistance. She worked very hard to lift her head while sitting up tall on the peanut ball. Tracy is working so hard to get stronger every day! We are very proud of her! Tania Shapes Tracy's Eyebrows This Evening ~ Tania shaped up Tracy's eyebrows this afternoon. She does such a good job with Tracy. We are sure going to miss her! Friday is her last day! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Dancing With The Stars This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy watched Dancing With The Stars this evening. Mom is still rooting for Chelsea and Mark! The competition is getting really tough. Everyone needs to vote! Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. This is a very slow rocess, 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: Letting Your Voice Be Heard: Telling Your Story ~

Sunday, May 15th, 2011 ~ Dad Is Not Well Enough For Tracy's Hippotherapy Session This Morning ~ Dad is still ill with sinusitis and not well enough to go with Tracy to Hippotherapy this morning. We hope he recovers soon and will try again next Sunday. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Last Week's Episodes Of Their Favorite Shows ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy watched last week's episodes of Castle, NCIS, NCIS LA, Desperate Housewives, and Brothers & Sisters today while Dad recuperated on the couch. Aunt Diane brought some delicious matzo ball chicken soup for Dad's head cold. It was really good and made him feel a lot better. She brought Mom a vente nonfat no foam chai tea latte. Yummy! Mom Reads The Sequel To Something Borrowed: Something Blue This Afternoon ~ Mom downloaded Something Blue on her Kindle this afternoon. It is a really good book, and she knows the movie sequel should be out soon. Mom & Dad Watch The Season Finale Of Desperate Housewives This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched the season finale of Desperate Housewives this evening. What are we going to do all summer, when all of the shows are over? Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. This is a very slow process, and is very inconsistent! Please pray that she continues to progress and that she can get her G-tube out some day in the future! Daily OM: An Empty Vessel Can Be Filled: The Power Of Not Knowing ~

Saturday, May 14th, 2011 ~ Mom & Emil Go To Hot Yoga With Keri This Morning ~ Mom and Emil had a great class with Keri this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. It was really, really hot and humid in the room and there were lots and lots of people. Keri is such a good instructor and she kicked our asanas. Wilmene Gives Tracy A Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy a facial this morning. Tracy loves her spa Saturdays. Wilmene Feeds Tracy Four Ounces Of Strawberry Yogurt This Afternoon ~ Tracy ate four ounces of Strawberry Activia Yogurt this afternoon. She is doing a great job swallowing and moving her tongue all around. Way to go Tracy! Dad Arrives Home After His Nine-Day Trip In Alaska ~ We were all happy to have Dad return home safely from his nine-day trip in Alaska. Unfortunately, he is sick with a severe sinus infection. Yuck! Mom & Dad Watch The Series' Finale Of Smallville This Evening ~ Mom and Dad watched the series' finale of one of Dad's alltime favorite shows: Smallville. Even though Mom was a latant fan of the show, it was a really good finale! Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene has been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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: Increasing The Light: Raising Your Vibrations ~

Friday, May 13th, 2011 ~ Tania Is Off Today ~ Mom Goes To Pilates Circuit Class With Christine, Diane & Laurie This Morning At Wellness In Motion ~ Mom went to Pilates Circuit class this morning with Christine at Wellness in Motion in Lighthouse Point. Christine kicked our butts today! Mom Meets Emil At Spinning This Morning ~ Mom had a great Spin class with Jenn at 31 Ten Fitness in Lighthouse Point. She totally whipped Mom and Emil's butts! What a great class! It really feels great to be back to Spinning. Wilmene Feeds Tracy Two Ounces Of Chocolate Pudding This Afternoon ~ Tracy does not appear to like the chocolate pudding as much as the Tapioca. She only ate about two ounces this afternoon. Mom needs to go shopping for more Tapioca and yogurt. Tracy Got Another Break From Hippotherapy With Susan At Bit-By-Bit Therapeutic Riding Center In Parkland This Evening ~ Dad is away so Tracy missed another Hippotherapy session today. We are hoping she is back in the saddle soon. Dad Leaves From Alaska This Evening For His Trek Back To South Florida ~ We are so happy that Dad is on his way home, after being gone for nearly nine days! Unfortunately, he has a bad sinus infection, and is out of commission. Hope he is better soon. Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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: Kundalini Energy : Tapping Into Potential ~

Thursday, May 12th, 2011 ~ Mom & Emil Go To Hot Yoga With Kate This Morning ~ Mom and Emil had a great Hot Yoga class with Kate this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Mom loves Kate's classes! She is subtle and challenging, and Mom and Emil decided that it was just what they needed this morning. Mom, Tracy, Tania, Wilmene & Emil Go To See Something Borrowed This Afternoon ~ Everyone enjoyed the movie Something Borrowed today. It was a cute chick flick, and Tracy really was paying attention to it. Mom, Tracy & Emil Watch American Idol This Evening ~ Mom, Tracy and Emil watched American Idol this evening. It is really getting down to the wire now. Mom really likes Haley the best! Everyone was so surprised to see James go home this evening. Mom & Emil Watch Grey's Anatomy Private Practice This Evening ~ Mom and Emil watched this week's episodes of Grey's Anatomy and Private Practice this evening. Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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 : Conscious Evolution: Being Aware Is The First Step ~

Wednesday, May 11th, 2011 ~ Dad Is Installed As President Of The Aerospace Medical Association ~ Dad was installed as President of the Aerospace Medical Association today in Anchorage, Alaska. Mom and Tracy really wished they could have been there. Mom & Emil Go To Keri's Hot Yoga Fitness Fusion This Morning At Awaken Hot Yoga Studio ~ Mom missed Keri's Hot Yoga Fitness Fusion class this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. It was so hot and really humid. The heat and humidity really wiped everyone out. Tracy Has Been Very Vocal Today ~ Tracy has been very vocal all day today! She has been laughing a lot too! Mom & Emil Go To Boca Nails To Get Pedicures & Manicures This Afternoon ~ Mom and Emil enjoyed getting manicures and pedicures this afternoon at Boca Nails. Wilmene Feeds Tracy Four Ounces Of Strawberry Yogurt This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy four ounces of strawberry Activia today. She is doing a good job moving her tongue and swallowing. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He and Tania transferred Tracy to the peanut ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises. Marcus has Tracy positioned in front of the mirror while he is seated behind her on the therapy bench. He used the Theraband on Tracy's forehead to increase the resistance. She worked very hard to lift her head while sitting up tall on the peanut ball. Tracy is working so hard to get stronger every day! We are very proud of her! Mom, Emil, & Tracy Watch American Idol This Evening ~ Mom, Emil, and Tracy are really enjoying watching American Idol this season. Everyone is so talented and the competition is getting pretty intense. Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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 : Hovering Around The Sun: Avoiding The Center ~

Tuesday, May 10th, 2011 ~ Mom & Emil Go To Hot Yoga This Morning With Emily ~ Mom & Emil had a great Hot Yoga class with Emily this morning. She really kicked their butts! Tracy Eats 4 Ounces Of Tapioca This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 4 ounces of Tapioca pudding this afternoon. She is doing an awesome job! We are so very proud of her! Mom & Emil Head To The Boca Town Center Mall For Another Session At The Apple Store ~ Mom and Emil had to head to the Boca Town Center Mall this afternoon to get Mom a new IPhone. The microphone on her phone is not working, so they gave her a new one. She spent the evening backing it up. It took three times to get all of her apps on the phone. Dee Cancels His Session This Evening Due To A Meeting At Work ~ Dee had to cancel Tracy's Physical Therapy session this evening due to a conflict at work. Tracy really enjoys his massage and therapy sessions. Mom & Emil Make Broiled Tilapia This Evening ~ Emil broiled some delicious tilapia this evening. It was all really good. Mom, Emil & Tracy Watch Dancing With The Stars: The Results This Evening ~ Mom, Emil and Tracy watched Dancing With The Stars: The Results this evening. Mom is still rooting for Chelsea and Mark! They are really looking good! It's getting down to the semifinals and the competition is getting really tough! Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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 : Asking For What You Want: Cocreating With The Universe ~

Monday, May 9th, 2011 ~ Happy Birthday Uncle Mike ~ Mom & Emil Go To Hot Yoga This Morning ~ Mom and Emil went to Hot Yoga this morning with Erika. It was a great class! Wilmene Feeds Tracy 4 Ounces Of Tapioca Pudding Today ~ Tracy ate four ounces of Tapioca pudding today! She is doing a great job! We are so proud of Tracy! Mom & Emil Go To The Galleria Apple Store To Get Her IPhone Fixed ~ Mom has been having trouble with her microphone on her Iphone, so she and Emil went to the Apple store at the Galleria mall to get it fixed. Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He and Tania transferred Tracy to the peanut ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises. Marcus has Tracy positioned in front of the mirror while he is seated behind her on the therapy bench. He used the Theraband on Tracy's forehead to increase the resistance. She worked very hard to lift her head while sitting up tall on the peanut ball. Tracy is working so hard to get stronger every day! We are very proud of her! Emil Bakes Chicken For Dinner This Evening ~ Emil made chicken breasts this evening for dinner. Mom, Emil, & Tracy Watch Dancing With The Stars This Evening ~ Mom, Emil, & Tracy watched Dancing With The Stars this evening. Mom is still rooting for Chelsea and Mark! Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. This is a very slow rocess, 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: Ascension: Spiritualizing The Planet ~

Sunday, May 8th, 2011 ~ Happy Mother's Day ~ Tracy Does Not Have Hippotherapy This Afternoon ~ Tracy did not have Hippotherapy this afternoon. Susan's shoulder and lower back is still on the mend. Nana & Aunt Diane Come Over For Mother's Day This Afternoon ~ Nana and Aunt Diane came over to spend Mother's Day with Tracy and Mom this afternoon. Nadesha dropped Nana off and took the rest of the day off. Uncle Johnny, Jeff, Chip, and Eileen came over for pizza, salad and eggplant. Emil arrived and everyone had a great visit. Jeff brought ice cream bars, cookies, and Dibs for dessert. So good. Mom Feeds Tracy 6 Ounces Of Tapioca This Afternoon On The Patio By The Pool ~ Tracy enjoyed sitting outside by the pool with everyone this afternoon. It was a pretty day with a light breeze, which made it really nice. Mom fed Tracy 6 ounces of Tapioca pudding while she was relaxing. She is doing such a good job swallowing and moving her tongue. Lola ate the other two ounces! She is such a sweet dog. Uncle Johnny Says Mass For The Family This Evening ~ Uncle Johnny said Mass this evening for everyone. He always makes the Mass a warm and personal experience. Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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: Serving The Higher Self: The Ego ~

Saturday, May 7th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Keri This Morning ~ Mom had a great class with Keri this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. It was really, really hot and humid in the room and there were lots and lots of people. Keri is such a good instructor and she kicked our asanas. Mom & Aunt Diane Volunteer At Derby Day This Morning ~ Mom and Aunt Diane volunteered at Derby Day today at Sand & Spurs in Pompano Beach. It is a fun event for kids of all ages, to raise money for Bit-By-Bit Therapeutic Riding Center. They had a great turnout, and the weather cooperated: No Rain, but it was really HOT! Mom and Aunt Diane worked at the Arts & Craft booth, making spin art and horse hats with the kids. Wilmene Gives Tracy Her Weekly Facial This Morning ~ Wilmene gave Tracy her Saturday facial this morning. She sure does love all the pampering that Wilmene gives her! Wilmene Feeds Tracy Four Ounces Of Tapioca Pudding This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy four more ounces of Tapioca pudding this afternoon. Tracy is really moving her tongue and swallowing well. Mom & Aunt Diane Relax In The Hot Tub This Afternoon ~ Mom and Aunt Diane enjoyed the hot tub and the pool this afternoon. What a beautiful day it was! Aunt Diane Makes Salads For Mom, Wilmene & Her For Dinner ~ Mom, Aunt Diane, & Wilmene enjoyed arugula salads this evening for dinner. It was really good. Nadesha Comes To Spend The Night With Mom & Tracy ~ Nadesha came to spend the night with Mom and Tracy. Aunt Diane swapped, and went to stay with Nana. Can you say musical beds! Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especial`ly at Mom's corny jokes. 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: Remembering The Moment: Enjoying Life ~

Friday, May 6th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Pilates Circuit Class With Christine, Diane & Laurie This Morning At Wellness In Motion ~ Mom went to Pilates Circuit class this morning with Christine at Wellness in Motion in Lighthouse Point. Christine kicked our butts today! Mom Picks Up Nana & Nadesha For Their Monthly Hair Appointment In Lake Worth ~ Mom picked up Nana and Nadesha for their hair appointments with Kerri At The Hairnet in Lake Worth. They always have fun with Kerri. She is such a riot. Mom Takes Nana & Nadesha To Lunch At Holiday Inn Highland Beach This Afternoon ~ Mom took Nana and Nadesha to lunch for Mother's Day! They went to Nana's favorite place: the Holiday Inn Highland Beach. Nana loves their lobster rolls. Mom loves their ahi tuna appetizer. Delicious. Wilmene Feeds Tracy Four Ounces Of Tapioca Pudding This Afternoon ~ Wilmene fed Tracy four ounces of Tapioca pudding this afternoon. She really is doing an awesome job eating her pudding and yogurt. Great job Tracy and Wilmene. Tania Shapes Tracy's Eyebrows This Afternoon ~ Tania shaped Tracy's eyebrows this afternoon. She does such a good job with Tracy! Tracy Got Another Break From Hippotherapy With Susan At Bit-By-Bit Therapeutic Riding Center In Parkland This Evening ~ Susan is still having back and shoulder issues, so Tracy missed another Hippotherapy session today. We are hoping she is back in the saddle soon. Aunt Diane Comes Over To Spend The Night ~Aunt Diane came over to spend the night with Mom and Tracy. They had fun watching Greys Anatomy & Private Practice which Mom recorded from Thursday evening. Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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: Stepping Back From Anger : Argument ~

Thursday, May 5th, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga With Kate This Morning ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Kate this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Mom loves Kate's classes! She is subtle and challenging, and Mom had a great workout. Wilmene Feeds Tracy Four Ounces Of Peach Yogurt Today ~ Wilmene fed Tracy 4 ounces of peach Activia today. She is really enjoying eating! Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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 : Empowered Forgiveness: Apologies ~

Wednesday, May 4th, 2011 ~ Mom Misses Hot Yoga Fitness Fusion This Morning With Keri To Help Marie With Tracy ~ Mom missed Keri's Hot Yoga Fitness Fusion class this morning at Awaken Hot Yoga Studio in Lighthouse Point. Both Wilmene and Tania have the day off, so Mom helped Marie with Tracy! It was really fun hanging out with Tracy and Marie. Tracy Has Been Very Vocal Today ~ Tracy has been very vocal all day today! She has been laughing a lot too! Mom Feeds Tracy Two Ounces Of Strawberry Yogurt ~ Mom fed Tracy two ounces of strawberry Activia today. She is doing a good job moving her tongue and swallowing. Marie Gives Tracy A Manicure & Pedicure Today ~ Marie gave Tracy a manicure and pedicure today. She picked a pretty spring pink hue! It looks really nice! Great job Marie! Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He and Tania transferred Tracy to the peanut ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises. Marcus has Tracy positioned in front of the mirror while he is seated behind her on the therapy bench. He used the Theraband on Tracy's forehead to increase the resistance. She worked very hard to lift her head while sitting up tall on the peanut ball. Tracy is working so hard to get stronger every day! We are very proud of her! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch American Idol This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, and Tracy are really enjoying watching American Idol this season. Everyone is so talented and the competition is getting pretty intense. Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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! Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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, May 3rd, 2011 ~ Dad Goes To San Juan This Morning For Her Quarterly Trip ~ Dad goes to San Juan, Puerto Rico for his quarterly trip. He came back just in time for dinner. Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning With Emily ~ Mom had a great Hot Yoga class with Emily this morning. She really kicked Mom's butt as always, and she was thankful for Emily's massage last evening. It really helped during the class, especially hips and lower back. Mom Goes To Spinning With Jenn At 31 Ten Fitness This Afternoon ~ Mom had a great Spin class with Jenn at 31 Ten Fitness. The bikes are really nice and Jenn is a very challenging instructor. It was a lot of fun! Wilmene Feeds Tracy 4 Ounces of Activia Strawberry Yogurt This Afternoon ~ Tracy had 4 ounces of strawberry Activia yogurt this afternoon. It took Tracy a little longer to eat it this time, but she finished the entire 4 ounces. Dee Comes To Do Physical & Massage Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Dee came to do Physical and Massage Therapy with Tracy this evening. He massaged her major muscle groups and performed Passive Range of Motion. Then it was time to work on trunk and neck strengthening exercises. He and Tania transferred Tracy to the therapy bench to work on trunk and neck strengthening exercises. She is working very hard and really enjoys her massages from Dee. Mom & Tracy Watch Dancing With The Stars: The Results This Evening ~ Mom and Tracy watched Dancing With The Stars: The Results this evening. She is still rooting for Chelsea and Mark! They are really looking good! It's getting down to the semifinals and the competition is getting really tough! Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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 Answers Within: You Have All The Answers Within ~

Monday, May 2nd, 2011 ~ Mom Goes To Hot Yoga This Morning ~ Mom went to Hot Yoga this morning with Erika. It was a great class, and Mom is feeling a lot better. She is still pretty tight in her quadratus and her rhomboids and traps. Wilmene Feeds Tracy 4 Ounces Of Strawberry Yogurt Today ~ Tracy ate four ounces of strawberry yogurt today, and even licked her lips with her tongue. We are so proud of Tracy! Marcus Comes To Do Physical Therapy With Tracy This Evening ~ Marcus came to do Physical Therapy with Tracy this evening. He and Tania transferred Tracy to the peanut ball for trunk and neck strengthening exercises. Marcus has Tracy positioned in front of the mirror while he is seated behind her on the therapy bench. He used the Theraband on Tracy's forehead to increase the resistance. She worked very hard to lift her head while sitting up tall on the peanut ball. Tracy is working so hard to get stronger every day! We are very proud of her! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch Dancing With The Stars This Evening ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy watched Dancing With The Stars this evening. Mom is still rooting for Chelsea and Mark! Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. This is a very slow rocess, 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 Upside Of Irritation: Things That Annoy Us ~

Sunday, May 1st, 2011 ~ Mom, Dad, Marie & Tracy Go To 11:30 AM Mass At St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church In Lighthouse Point ~ Mom, Dad, Tracy, and Marie went to 11:30 AM Mass this morning. They had to leave midway through the Mass because Tracy was very loud and vocal and was competing with the priest during the Gospel. So they decided to leave and headed for Starbucks for some lattes and scones. Mom & Dad Relax In The Hot Tub This Afternoon ~ Mom and Dad relaxed in the hot tub this afternoon. It had been a while and sure did feel good. Mom, Dad, & Tracy Meet Uncle Johnny, Nana, Nadesha, Aunt Diane, Jeff, Chip, Eileen, Anita, Rose Marie, & Claire At Seasons 52 For Aunt Diane's Birthday Dinner ~ Everyone had a nice dinner at Seasons 52 to celebrate Aunt Diane and Rose Marie's birthday this evening. The food is healthy and very good, and Jeff brought a delicious carrot cake from Grand Lux! Mom, Dad, & Tracy Watch The End Of Osama Bin Laden ~ Mom, Dad, & Tracy watched President Obama announce the death of Osama Bin Laden. We actually watched history being made right before our eyes! Tracy Has Been Eating Yogurt & Moving Her Tongue Alot Lately ~ Tracy has been moving her tongue, and Wilmene and Tania have been feeding her 2 to 4 ounces of Activia yogurt about 3 to 4 times a week. She has been a lot more alert, and is sticking out her tongue on command as well. Tracy has also been laughing appropriately, especially at Mom's corny jokes. 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: To Others & To Ourselves: Obligations ~