8yrs; Day 3,180 – The difficult is easy, the impossible just takes a little longer
This morning, Facebook sent me a memory from June 2010, five months before Corey’s accident. I posted a family motto my parents used to recite to us: The difficult is easy; the impossible just takes a little longer. At that time, I was just past the first year of my...
read moreYEAR 8; Day 2,923 – Look Back but Don’t Stare
Hi Everyone, Eight years; another milestone. In the grand scheme of things, eight years is not a long period of time. In the course of recovery; 2,923 days is a BIG number! Milestones are life’s markers to reflect on past achievements and lessons learned. We’ll...
read more7yrs; Day 2609 – Never Give Up and Never Give In
Happy Thanksgiving! What a difference a year makes! This time last year, Corey had a huge set back with her fall from the chairlift. I’m very happy and thankful to report she is walking between 300-600’ everyday and she’s standing for a minimum of 40mins in the...
read more7yrs; 1 month – making change; literally
Hi Everyone, It’s been almost a month since we returned from Corey’s birthday trip and we’ve had a few ups and downs. Living with TBI is like riding a roller coaster in a dark tunnel. It keeps us guarded and exhilarated never knowing when it will drop, curve or soar....
read more7yrs; Day 2574 – Healing
Hi Everyone, Last week we were given an amazing gift. A couple in our community generously donated a vacation to San Diego for Corey's 25th birthday. This opportunity allowed us to fulfill a bucket list item and create new memories. As you know, Corey's memory loss is...
read more7 years; Courage is Contagious
Hi Everyone, I can’t believe it’s Year 7…sevens are lucky…after last year, we’re ready…bring it on! I apologize for our virtual absence. Corey’s fall November 15th of last year leveled us both; physically and cognitively for Corey, emotionally and spiritually for me....
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Hi Everyone, Today I will share a twist on a family favorite; French Onion Chicken. I don’t remember where we found this recipe but it’s a good one. I love French’s Onion Rings on the famous string bean casserole side dish, so I thought hey…why not try it on Chicken?...
read more6yrs; Day 2358 – Insurance, Therapy, Advocacy
Hi Everyone, We have quite an update for you! To begin, for anyone interested in Corey’s documentary BRAIN CRUMBS, the Wilmington Riverfront IMAX theatre has given FarmCat Media one of their theaters for a private screening. This means tickets are NOT open to the...
read more6yrs; 4 months – Brain Injury Awareness
Hi Everyone, March 1st begins Brain Injury Awareness month. We were hoping to kick off this month with Corey’s big announcement, but like most lessons we’ve learned during this journey, we need a little more time. Your only hint is…Jon, FarmCat Media, is working with...
read more6yrs; 3 months – big announcements
Hi Everyone, Today marks 3 months since Corey's concussion post initial injury. We both have been working hard to bounce back. We are happy to report lots of progress and a few BIG announcements! Since we last checked in, our advocacy has helped to cover therapy...
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