TBI: To Be Inspired

3yrs; Day 1389 – Supermarket therapy

Hi Everyone, This week we have to focus on positive distractions. The insurance waiting game is incredibly nerve wracking, so keeping busy is the best alternative. Today we began the day with addition flash cards. You all know Math is NOT Corey's favorite subject but...

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3yrs; Day 1388 – Living to try

Hi Everyone, We're in another stressful "hold your breath" reauthorization period. Natalie is writing her letter to medicaid to ask for more sessions. Incredibly, we are in the "it's unheard of" category for length of approved coverage for outpatient services. My...

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3yrs; Day 1384 – from Corey; turtles get out of bed

Hi Everyone, We've been dealing with Corrine's evil twin this week but today managed to have break through sessions with Anne and Natalie. Anne is so pleased with Corey's range of motion she is ready to push her with strength training. We have been working at home...

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3yrs; Day 1381 – from Corey; OT fight

Hi Everyone, We continue to work on Corey's left arm and leg. I'm happy the botox worked with her left arm but the left toes are still curling. Corey's brain appears to be working against the first series of shots in her leg. The calf muscle is huge and will most...

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3yrs; Day 1377 – caregiver humor

Hi Everyone, Corey's headaches continue and my headache as an advocate for Corey led me to look for specific motivational quotes for patience. First I found... "Learn the art of patience. Apply discipline to your thoughts when they become anxious over the outcome of a...

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3yrs; Day 1376 – from Corey

Hi everyone its corey sorry for my brief absence but i have been working on getting better even though my head hurts everyday. today we went to a hospital. not for me but to meet another person that was in a car accident. the mom of the girl has been reading my...

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3yrs; Day 1374 – LEAVING

Hi Everyone, Corey began her new week with another big 1st. Natalie asked Corey what she'd like to work on today. Her answer, "LEAVING"...fortunately, Natalie doesn't start her sessions with that request. The ladies walked the halls to warm up, stretched on the matte...

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3yrs; Day 1373 – we both fight for our independence

Hi Everyone, We hope you enjoyed this gorgeous Independence weekend. We had perfect weather and celebrated with close friends. As liberating and empowering as independence can be, it is a frightening concept for Corey. It is much easier to be dependent and much easier...

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3yrs; 9 months – the climb sucks

Nobody trips over mountains. It is the small pebble that causes you to stumble. Pass all the pebbles in your path and you will find you have crossed the mountain - Author Unknown A rock pile ceases to be a rock pile the moment a single man contemplates it, bearing...

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3yrs; Day 1367 – OT horseshoes

Hi Everyone Great report tonight from Natalie and Anne. Natalie felt a big change in Corey's leg as she walked into the gym. Once she hit the matte, Natalie was very impressed with how relaxed Corey's ankle and toes were. With a lot of hard work, she could keep...

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