1yr; Day 482 – the day after insurance is denied

Hi Everyone, Many of you have sensed that this has been a really long week. Corey’s not been her self and she’s been extremely frustrated. Yesterday was a traumatic day for me. I was coming home and was once again minutes from a three car accident on “Corey’s Corner”;...

1yr; Day 480 – Cliffhanger

Hi Everyone, There are some nights that actually don’t separate one day from the next. Last night was one of them. Corey had a difficult night. Her mouth fired up, she was hungry, she wants to drink (she can’t swallow liquids yet) and she hit that point of being...

1yr; Day 479 – Keep going

Corey, As I sit and review the days activity, I am preparing for our tomorrows. One of my favorite motivational websites posted a reading that I believe is a wonderful summation of where we are today and how we’ll reach our goals for the tomorrows yet to come. It’s...

1yr; Day 478 – Speech and Cognition

Hi Everyone, Today was a frustrating day for Corey. She is feeling well but was very angry with herself. Days like today are difficult because only Corey can “fix” them. We can only continue to encourage her and try to remind her of where she was and where she is...

1yr; Day 477 – dignity and respect

Hi Everyone, Have you ever experienced the sensation that although you know you’re present, in the moment, you feel as if you’re a spectator at the same time? This weekend has been filled with moments like this. It may sound odd but these moments felt surprisingly...

1yr; Day 474 – Kick it!

Hi Everyone, Gillian needed to evaluate Corey for the Insurance update. This normally is nerve wracking for us. Corey has been working so hard and I’m excited to tell you that she gave Gillian something very exciting to report. Gillian typically tests Corey by...