Mom's Update

Courtney's morning was once again packed with activity. Courtney went from task to task in the shower this morning with very little prompting. She is even bending over to pull on socks and shoes (something she's not really supposed to do because of the baclofin pump).
She did a lot of reading today and is working on orientation to place, date and time. Some days are better than others. Because Courtney's oldest memories will return first she often says that she lives in Cranston rather than in South Kingstown where we moved in June. We are going to bring pictures of the new house and the rooms, especially her bedroom, so that she can recall those memories.
Today Courtney asked me "do you still have meetings?" I said "are you asking me if I am going to work?" she nodded yes. I explained that I have not been to work and am staying with Courtney until she gets better. Then Courtney said "it's a good thing I didn't get hurt worse."
HA! The therapist and I couldn't believe it. At this point Courtney can't begin to imagine how hurt she was but I did tell her that she was very very sick and asleep for a long time that is why we get so excited about her walking and eating, etc.
Because Courtney's morning was filled with therapy she was somewhat overwhelmed and at one point crying she said "it's all to much." It certainly is to much for anyone of us to comprehend what our little Courtney has fought her way back from but we are so proud of her.
While she didn't eat alot today she is trying food a little bit at a time. After trying several things this afternoon Courtney threw up her hands and shook her head showing frustration at not enjoying anything. This is a good sign that she is at least willing to try so we will keep praying that every day she will be more interested in eating and food will start to taste good.