Day 66 – It’s not the challenge you face but how you face the challenge
Hi Everyone, Corey had a good day in the ICU. We thought she was going to move to the step down unit but there wasn’t an open bed. Secretly, the nurses were thrilled because they love taking care of her. We’ve even heard that they’re fighting over who gets her! The...
Day 65 – re-energized by the ICU team
Hi Everyone, We’ve missed you all! We are still at Christiana but I ran back to the rehab today to get my car, clothes and computer. I missed my computer the most! Primarily because I miss reading all your notes to us! Let me try to summarize Corey’s latest adventure....
Day 64 – back to ICU
Hello everyone, this is Caitlin. I have strict instructions to let everyone know that my Mom is currently waiting for the results at the Christiania ICU. Corey is under observation for seizures. I'm sure Mom will update you on Corey's progress as soon as she knows....
Day 62 – Razor’s ready
Hi Everyone, Corey had a better day today. She was busy with PT and OT but seemed less sore. Her stomach was a little more settled and her swollen lip is looking much better too! She was alert and trying to open her mouth a little as we chatted. I left early this...
Day 61 – listen to the Inner Cheerleader
Hi Everyone, Before I share about Corey’s day, I thought I’d tell you about tomorrow night. Shelly and the KX Athletics Gym are hosting the NO SHAVE NOVEMBER “shave off”. Some of you may recall that Corey and her fellow cheerleaders did not shave for the month of...
Day 60 – Little things can make a Big difference
Hi Everyone, Corey had a good day today. She had 2 ½ hours of PT/OT. Speech reported they observed Corey tracking from far right to far left three separate times! She loves her picture portfolio and the teams enjoy each story related to each picture. They feel as if...
Day 59 – Acute care rehab
Hi Everyone, It’s Tuesday and we have another clinical update for you. I will note her NEW accomplishments for this week. PT – OT Corey’s right arm was casted today for tone. (New canvas for me!) Corey withdraws from suction and the use of a toothbrush. This is not...
Day 58 – Today has a reason
Hi Everyone, This daily journal is an expression of our experience, the struggles and the triumphs. This morning was a struggle. It was the first day without friends or family surrounding us after a wonderful long weekend. It’s Monday, back to work and the “real...
Day 57 – Munchkin’s and memories
Hi Everyone, Today was filled with stories and memories for Corey and me. She was alert all day and loved the stories from the Care for Corey Event. I told her about the Ice Cream Social/Dance Party in the afternoon. Stacy, our DJ, played many of the songs that...
Day 56 – Community fundraiser
Hi Everyone, What an incredible day! Corey had a good day with the OT and Speech teams. We are noticing her ability to hold a long blink that we believe is responsive to our prompts. Corey had many long distance visitors this weekend. Yesterday my sister Diane came to...