Monday, October 6th

I talked to her!!!!

This was a big milestone in my book. I was talking to my dad on the phone last night to check in on how the weekend went. He said she had a pretty good weekend despite not getting any therapy (I think it's crazy that physical therapists work banker hours!) and she was a alert and chatty. He was relaying information I was telling him about my daily life and finally just said, "Jo, would you like to talk to Jennifer?" and she said, "SURE!"

Although her voice was a little froggy, I could understand everything she said. She asked how work was going and what I was doing. She responded to my questions and I said she sounded really good and like she was really making improvements. She seemed a little annoyed as well that she had seen no therapists over the weekend but I made a point to stress that even if she didn't see a therapist, she could still practice the tools and exercises they give her and make herself stronger. And she responded with, "Oh, you think so, huh?" It was like music to my ears. My sarcastic, opinionated, wonderful mother. After all these months, hoping that she would get her voice back and get back on her feet, I finally feel like it is a possibility.

I know the road is still long and we have a lot of work to do, but I want to celebrate the victories we have. My dad has been amazing and even though my mom mentioned on the phone that she had to get better because dad was leaving there, with or without her, I know he will continue to stand by her side until she is able to get home. My sister Susie continues to spend all of her free time there, supporting my dad and Nancy is on her way back this weekend for another week. My brother and Kippy fill in when they can, which is so great.

I have taken the meal calendar down for now but we will still gladly accept any meals people would like to provide for my family. Just email me directly and we can get it arranged. jclapp1@yahoo.com

And again, always, thank you for keeping in touch and supporting us!
Jennifer & Family