17 Sept 02

Lisa:  Lisa is doing really well at Strong.  She may be able to move back to St Mary's by Wed or Thursday to be with her mom and start her re-hab.   Laurie and Marianne were with her last night when the nurses were getting her ready for the night.  When the nurse was brushing Lisa's teeth, Laurie suggested to let Lisa try to do it her self.  They put the swab in Lisa's hand and she brushed her teeth all by her self.   It sounds so trivial to us, but was a huge milestone for Lisa.  YOU GO GIRL.!!!

Diane:  We have found out that Diane will most likely not regain sight in her left eye.  The specialist will be working to determine if they can at least get the eye lid to work again so she can open and close it.  As of now it still remains closed at all times.  She also began her rehab and had much difficulty identifying everyday objects.  We have heard St Mary's is one of the best brain rehab centers and have great faith that they can bring her back to where she should be.  It is still very early in this whole process.  She was also up and walking around a bit today.  This is one of their first goals, to get her out of the wheel chair.  

David also began his rehab today.  He went through about 4 hours of it at St Marys and is still doing real well.   KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK DAVID!!!!!