Angela's Blog

Another restless night but last night seemed to have more intention in it.   Ang was working on lists trying to sort things into categories.  Ang was making paint and needing to add 2 drops of black to each container to even out the colors.   Ang needed to get up, lay down, turn over, turn around, get onto the floor, get off the floor, be cold, be hot, go to the bathroom, wet the bed, ETC....ETC.....ETC.....  No sleep for anyone!    She fairs a lot better when this happens than I do....for sure.

Ang got two OT appointments today.   One for fingers and one for elbow.   She worked very hard and continues to help with the stretching.   She works so hard ! ! !

In PT today she walked outside from the door about three car lengths to safely board in my car so we could "test out" car transfers and maybe driving her to her appointments ourself.   It was a gorgeous day and she tolerated the walk, the entering the car, the exiting the car and the walk back to her chair at the door.   Can't say as much for the actual car ride.   She said she was car sick....course she hates the way I drive even before her accident so it could just be that too.    We will try again tomorrow and see if she tolerates it better....otherwise it is the cabulance for us on Friday.   Two follow-up appointments at Harborview for her face and her eye.   

Speech therapy upgraded her to "regular" food so there are no more restrictions....just appetite and interest on her part.   She did eat some of the lasagna today because it looked a bit more like real food.   She continues to eat the veges, yogurt, and most fruit.   We are seeking ideas regarding protein.   Tried the Odwalla protein drinks but they have not been a big hit.   Three bites of chicken is three more than we were getting but still not a lot.   Pinto beans and cheese went down from Taco Bell.   Odd what works....

Well, a most tired Mom is bed bound....

Hugs to all and continued thanks for the prayers and good thoughts.

Teresa