Category Archives: Updates

Questions are swirling… inquiring minds want to know! When will Arla be leaving the Rehab Hospital and where will she be going?  We don’t have the answer to either question at this time.  The next step is not as simple as … Continue reading →

First the confession…Today is the first day I (Mary Ann) have seen Mom in 8 days.  My last physical visit was Friday, Sept 16.  I was unable, and chose not, to visit Mom due to my own illness.  Since I … Continue reading →

Well, after a week of losing ground, Arla is doing some therapy again.  But she has just not regained the level of progress she was making her first week in rehab.  We are still unsure what has caused this setback.  … Continue reading →

While Arla needs prayer and her doctors need prayer, so does Harold.  They were taking Arla for a CT Scan at 5:15 p.m.  Harold has been with Arla all day and this day will be a long one for Harold. … Continue reading →

Arla has taken a few steps backward in the last two days.  She is fatiguing quickly, not following commands, lacking the ability to hold herself upright during therapy, and is generally unable to participate in her therapies.  This is not … Continue reading →

For those of you who prayed the name of Paul, thank you.  And thank you to our Lord for hearing those prayers.  Paul is becoming more alert.  His mental confusion is lifting, and he may be moved out of ICU … Continue reading →

Arla needs and can receive visitors.  However, please limit your visits and try not to have large groups of people (more than 2) in the room or around Arla at once.  The multiple voices and visual stimulation quickly tires her. … Continue reading →

Today, Arla had a barium swallow test to verify what types and textures of foods she can safely eat or drink on a regular basis.  The test involves the patient eating and drinking a variety of foods that have been coated or mixed … Continue reading →

Arla continues to progress.  Her facial expressions are becoming more like the Arla we know and love.  She is comprehending conversations and knows the names of people and those who visit her.  Tonight when Mary Ann said the name of … Continue reading →

Arla had a good day of therapy, but we are not sure who was more worn out…..Arla or Harold.  God is with us everyday.  He is providing for our needs and gives us the strength to more forward. Arla would … Continue reading →