1yr; Day 662 – trace and “Read”

Hi Everyone, Tonight I am filled with gratitude that Corey learned how to blow her nose! Seems silly I know; but truthfully we had to teach her how to cough, blow her nose and (we’re hoping) eventually get to sip a drink through a straw. I am continually reminded not...

1yr; Day 659 – Memory is the hardest challenge

Hi Everyone, Corey’s short term and long term memory not only fluctuates daily, it changes by the minute. We had a new nurse today. My plan for the day was to give the ladies some time to get acquainted and I could begin to clean out Corey’s room in preparation for...

1yr; Day 658 – up the ramp to a real chair

Hi Everyone, Thank goodness for friends! Today started miserably. Corey had the worst temper tantrum I’ve ever seen. I had no idea what to do so I told her to go for it…Kick, Scream, Curse and Throw what ever she wanted to. I even handed her some things to throw. When...

1yr; Day 656 – creativity 101

Hi Everyone, If you’re looking for a good investment, you might want to turn to Hallmark. Thank you to all those that have sent cards to Corey; she received more cards today and yesterday than she typically does on her birthday! She loved each one of them and can’t...

1yr; Day 653 – reunited

Hi Everyone, Corey had a good day! We had a wonderful surprise when we arrived at the gym. We had a new coach…Natalie is back with us! Today was her first official day in the Out Patient rehab and Corey is her first client (Of course we took the opportunity to tease...

1yr; Day 652 – a note from Corey

Hi Everyone, We have had some ups and downs this weekend; primarily regarding Corey’s short term memory and disorientation. Our nursing is still unsettled but both agencies are working on building a consistent team. Until then, there are many new faces. The...