After many people over the last several days have been commenting on Courtney's haircut and now that she has found her voice she managed to ask me if I had her hair cut? I told her yes and she pushed me! I asked her if she was mad at me for having her hair cut and she nodded her head. I explained the circumstance (tangles, matted mess, blah blah blah) but she was undeterred. Courtney then said something to her sisters - they asked her if she was upset about it - she nodded yes. Then while sitting with Uncle Kevin she spoke some incoherent words among which was one clear word 'haircut'. He asked, "are you upset about the haircut?" She nodded yes. Again, later in the day she brought it up to me again, finally after I showed her the mirror a couple of times and promised never to have her haircut again she dropped the subject. So much for attention span issues!
Courtney had a relaxing day with many visitors all of which she handled well. During her one therapy session Courtney walked up the hallway 200 feet and then back down another 200 feet. She was quite energetic without a full schedule of therapy and so we spent the day with her pulling herself along the handrails up and down the hallway. Early this evening she decided it was a good time to get out of bed herself. Courtney doesn't have any difficulties sitting on the edge of the bed - straight up - without assistance! Walking is another issue but she's not quite aware that she can't just get up and go. The coming days will certainly bring new and exciting challenges.
I've no doubt that no one is going to keep Courtney down and by next weekend she will be walking the halls unassisted and letting everyone have a piece of her mind! Look out Braintree!
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6 comments:
So glad to hear that Courtney is making progress. What a blessing. Thank you for keeping us updated on the blog. I look forward to reading about Courtney's adventures and my heart is warmed by her progress and fortitude. Give her a kiss for me!
love ya
joanne spaziano
This is indeed a true and wonderful miracle. I knew she would come back to all who love her but I did not know she would be able to do it in such a short time. We all here at the other Hollingworth household have been rejoicing upon hearing the great knews of Courtney find her voice and we will continue to pray for even more miracles.
We love you all,
The Hollinworths in Pawtucket
Diane & Family,
Courtney’s progress is nothing short of a miracle. Her determination to get back on her feet has inspired so many folks.
My children and I pray for her full recovery daily as well as the folks at Church of the Epiphany in Rumford, RI. May god bless you all and keep up the good work Courtney!
Sandy Dzikiewicz
GO COURTNEY!!!!
LOVE-the laffeys
hugs and kisses from jessie
I'm so proud of Courtney and I can't wait to see her again soon :) hopefully she'll be able to talk to me!
Love,
Chelsea
Chris and I are so happy for you and your family. We continue to pray for your continued strength and Courtney's recovery. The Veales
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