Well, it's hard to believe that it's been 2 weeks since mom's stroke. It's just as hard to believe she has come as far as she has in that short period of time!
Every morning we walk in the room, looking at mom you wouldn't know there is a thing different. She is rested, fresh...looks like a million bucks! We worked again with her on the speech exercises we have been given by the therapists....I'm sure mom gets tired of us asking her all the same questions time and time again, but it's necessary and we believe she realizes that as well. This morning Diana did some picture pages with her where she had to choose between two words, one of which matched the picture. She did really well on them.
The break through event today was when uncle Harold had twisted around in his chair to say a few things to dad, and mom just out of the blue said: " move your chair around to talk to him, Harold". That was huge.....she has not been able to initiate or carry on conversation, and those are the breakthroughs we are so wanting to see. Improvement every day!
Her theapies continued as usual today...she is doing really well with her physical therapy.....she is pretty good and strong in that department.
That's about it for now....sometimes it feels like there isn't a lot of new stuff to write on the blog...but that's kind of how it is...a slow process. Thanks for keeping up with us....the cards mom has been receiving have been amazing!
I'm here in Nevada, so far away, so it's just great to see your daily notes, no matter if the news is big or small. Just want to say that my sister is truly fortunate to have such a devoted family. This will certainly be the breakthrough help that she needs. Also, thanks to all who are helping Grandma Lil now. Lots to be thankful for. Give her a hug and a massage for me. Love, Julie
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