Hello everyone! JoLinda is doing better. At least with some of her memory. It seems like it is building a little on day to day things. She doesn't remember everything by far, but some things she remembers doing. We are up to 3 pills 3 times a day for antianxiety. Just up the dose on Sat. I think it might be working. We were able to stay for 2 hours of church on Sunday instead of 1. That was nice. She is now used to sleeping in her own room and is doing well with it. Still issues with initiation, but a work in progress. The doctor wanted me to see what was happening just before her irate outbursts and that is what it has to do with; initiating things she doesn't want to do. Like shower so we aren't late for something or doing her homework. Things have really gotten to be on her timetable and it doesn't always work that way. Her mind right now is very concrete. Nothing sarcastic flies. So she takes things serious, so not always fun to be around. She gets really mad and doesn't like anyone joking. On occasion, you'll catch her with a personality and everyone loves that. She usually gets lots of hugs when she is funny. She is now getting some needed therapy, which I am grateful for. She is seeing an OT and Speech therapist to learn to deal with situations in the real world and organizational skills of daily skills and activities. She is doing well for the most part, just need to get her brain to think not so concrete. JoLinda is doing well on the treadmill too. Anyway, another week and hopeful another step forward. Hope all is well with you all and keep in touch will ya?!
Love ya all, Laurie
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Laurie, glad to hear that she's doing better. We miss her. Praying for you and your family. Let me know if you need anything. Landen
Laurie
So good to hear that there is some discernible progress!
Remember to do something fun for yourself! You will continue to need a break. What you're doing is highly stressful. (As if you didn't already know that.)
Thank you for keeping us informed.
Am still praying.
Cathy
Were all very excited that she is doing better. It has been a long process, but everyday seems to have its good times...and well its bad as well. We really are so happy to know that she is improving today. No more going backwards Jolinda you have come to far :)! How amazing!!
Dear Laurie and JoLinda:
I think of you so often. I am thinking SPRING will be good for all of us. I am headed out of town on business this next week and will be gone about 3 weeks. When I return, I promise we'll get together. JoLinda. . .I come across paperwork almost every time I work that has your initials on it. I miss you. Keep trying Girl!
Love to your whole family.
Grandma Ann
Hi Laurie & Family
It's been a whirlwind here lately.Just wanted you to know I'm still checking on Jolinda's progress and praying for her & your family. I hope as the weather improves so will her health & well being! Thanks for keeping us informed! Love & Friendship Teresa Miller
Hi Laurie,
I am your nephew Derek's fiance. I live in Arizona. Ever since Derek told me about Jolinda's accident i've been following along with your posts. He's told me before that Jolinda is his favorite cousin. He was so upset to hear she got hurt. I've been wanting to write a comment and let you know that i was thinking of you and praying for you (when i remember :).
Even though i dont know you, Jolinda or your family very well i feel closer because of Dereks love for you. I truly hope that you are doing well and Jolinda also. I know it must be so hard having to devote your entire life to her, even when it seems like you arent making a difference. You are.
I hope the improvements continue. And i hope you know how important you are. Your diligence is an example to me, someone you didnt even know was watching.
Sincerely,
Shannon Dell
dell.shannon@gmail.com
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