February 01, 2003  
Uncle Bill invented his very own "Bill's bungee" for Lisa. This cord with velcro keeps Lisa's feet from "dropping" or "pointing" (we do not want this) She is frustrated that talking has become so difficult, but we continue to encourage her and I am confident she will be saying more new words soon.

February 03, 2003  
Lisa is attempting to talk! She is trying harder than ever to communicate. It takes a lot of effort on her part but words are emerging! Also during physical therapy today her right side is RESPONDING! GO, GIRL GO! God has given Lisa all the tools she needs for recovery, we need to pray she searches them out and FINDS THEM!

February 09, 2003  
Lisa had a very good weekend. She was the most alert she has been since the accident. I was awakened early Sunday morning (5:30) by Lisa's nurse telling me that Lisa said "good morning' to her when she walked in her room. When I arrived she was "bright eyed." She attempted to talk but the words were unclear. She continued the day with periods of clarity and still trying hard to communicate. Praise God she is still emerging!

February 13, 2003  
Lisa continues to get stronger and looks comfortable in her new surroundings. She has not vocalized much, but we will continue to encourage her. Her room is very festive with hearts, balloons and flowers everywhere. The bright colors and the movement from the balloons keep her quite occupied.........

February 16, 2003  
Lisa looks great. Not much talking but she's bright-eyed. We got her a patch for her eyes to be worn for a few hours on each eye. This is supposed to help strengthen her eyes. She may be having double vision problems which is very common with a brain injury. We continue our "family therapy" all day everyday and see small improvements along the way. We praise God for surrounding Lisa with the most awesome group of loving people who give their time through prayer and care giving! 

February 20, 2003  
Healing and awareness of her environment continue to improve as Lisa slowly continues to emerge from her coma state. She is becoming more emotional and moving her limbs on a more consistent basis......like the "turtle" she will WIN the race in her own time........ 

February 26, 2003  
Tuesday was a very emotional day for our family. The person responsible for Lisa's accident plead GUILTY and was sentenced to jail. He spoke to the family and appeared to be very remorseful for what happened. We are relieved that there is some closure there. Lisa was looking very alert at times and tracking people well. We are still looking for a "TILT TABLE" for Lisa's rehab. In order for her to be able to walk again we must keep her tendons flexible. If any one has a connection to one or can help us find or purchase one please e-mail us ASAP! May God Bless your day.....