Today is Kelly\u2019s 35th birthday. I don\u2019t know how she keeps getting older. She\u2019ll be older than I am pretty soon. Dana and I will be singing happy birthday to her soon.<\/p>\n
Chloe had a terrible night last night. She is pushing so hard to swallow that she is aspirating more than we\u2019d like to see. All in all she got about 2 \u00bd hours of sleep. I think it\u2019s going to take Steve, (speech) to suggest she not stuff so much into her mouth when she is taste testing and during swallowing trials. It\u2019s probably a little counter productive.<\/p>\n
The other night Chloe was ready to show off her latest accomplishment. She walked around the kitchen unassisted. It was just a matter of time. Then, at the hospital, she and Dana walked the entire way with just holding hands. The right foot is still wonky but it\u2019s much better and she has better balance and concentration.<\/p>\n
Just before leaving to the speech appointment I got an exciting call on my cell phone. Make-a-Wish called to say that President Obama had an opening to see Chloe. And, true to Chloe\u2019s colors, she asked to be placed back on the list for when she can swallow. How many 11 year olds have been able to say no to a President? That\u2019s our girl.<\/p>\n
Dana and Colin are going out for lunch today. It\u2019s part of his birthday gift and I\u2019m sure they will have a great time. Chloe and I will sit here and watch the food network if I know her at all. I picked up a tilt-maze game for her last week so maybe I can sneak that in for a little while. It\u2019s great for OT therapy. <\/p>\n
Off to start our day. Hope yours is super.<\/p>\n
Be well,
\nRon<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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