5 years – welcome to Holland
There are thousands of incremental achievements that have created this monumental milestone! We have chronicled Corey's determination, spirit, energy and accomplishments. We've shared tough days, joyous days and days our internal cheerleader's mantra - NEVER GIVE UP...
4yrs; Day 1823- from Corey
hi everyone, it is me, your friend corey, yesterday i graduated from bryn mawr, it was sad until i realized that i will be continuing to move on and that makes me happy at the same time. today was my 3rd shift back at the candy store. i am up to 3 hours. my job...
4yrs; Day 1821 – Last day of out-patient; onto new research study
Hi Everyone, Anyone that has been through a trauma will tell you the trite cliches repeatedly quoted lose their source of comfort after the first thousand. Among those most frequently recited, "when one door closes, another will open"...I can honestly tell you,...
4yrs; Day 1809 – from Corey
Hi Everyone, Today was a "Ginormous" milestone for Corey. She had her first shift at the candy store in 5 years. Corey worked at the local candy store (Candy for All Occassions) before the car accident. Sue, the owner, was not only the key point person to organize the...
4yrs; Day 1808 – opportunity does not exist without change
Good morning everyone, On the last day of our trip to Dallas, Caitlin, Corey and I celebrated the courage to try something new. We celebrated the act of taking a risk. We celebrated overcoming fear of the unknown. Today is an opportunity to practice the same...
4yrs; Day 1802 – sparks
Hi Everyone, We took the doctors advice and rested Sunday and Monday. Corey's headaches persist and she is much more fatigued. I was reassured that her fatigue is normal and could possibly continue for several months as we reactivate her right brain. We are beginning...
4yrs; Day 1798 – change in numbers
Hi Everyone, We did it! Tonight we celebrated having the courage to try something new and taking BIG steps to enhance Corey’s recovery. The VNG tests Corey took at the beginning of the week were repeated today. Dr. Cagan Randall compared the results and literally...
4yrs; Day 1797 – Corinne joined us in Texas
Hi Everyone, My post last night reflected a conversation between Dr. Ross and me because yesterday afternoon Corey started to become overwhelmed and anxious (aka Corrine flew into Texas ready for a bull fight). She was regressing and reacting to her separation...
4yrs; 11 months – 90 minute sessions
Hi Everyone, Today Corey had three 90 minute sessions. She repeated each of the exercises I detailed in yesterday’s post with a few additions. Addition #1 – Deep breathing Corey’s posture and years of sitting in her wheelchair has actually shifted her internal organs,...
4yrs; Day 1795 – spinning
Hi Everyone, We are so lucky to be here! This team is amazing!! Caitlin and I have learned so much and we are already seeing a few small changes in Corey’s posture and her left arm/hand beginning to loosen some of its tone/contracture. Tram is the personal therapist...