January 16, 2013 - Doing well...

I got to talk to mom this afternoon for about 15 minutes. She is doing well...although still apprehensive.

She sounded really good!! Her memory was good as well....she was able to tell me things that happened yesterday. I asked her how she feels about her memory...she said, "working on it". I asked if she knew why she went to the hospital and she said "no". Then I told her about this blog. She said, "dad told me"...so at least she remembered that.

She was able to tell me that she has two therapy sessions per day. They had her getting up to walk again today - which she didn't like too much.

It's just great to hear her talking at regular speed and in full sentences. I know one day she'll be able to fill in the blanks from all of this. So for now...I left her with this statement at the end of our conversation..."You're doing great mom & I'm so proud of you. Soon enough you'll be able to get home and out run us all." She just chuckled and said, "can't wait to see you this weekend".

Love you mom...See you Saturday!!

Until later...

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