BIG DAY!!

Today was especially important in Nat's road to improvement.

I have updated the blog recently stating that Natalie is able to move around a lot more, including her arms, legs, and head. She is also able to detect stimuli more proficiently than she has over the past month and a half. This includes tasks that we may think are simple, but are monumental improvements like wiping saliva off her face or being able to remove and replace her glasses.

Today nurses placed a cap over Natalie's tracea tube enabling her to talk if she is able. She has yet to speak but is currently able to mumble. The addition of this cap is a good sign of improvement for Natalie as well.

Doctors and nurses made the decision to move Natalie to the rehab center on Monday, October 2nd pending any further problems. The center the family has chosen, Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital, is located in Schenectady, NY and is a highly recommended hospital where Natalie will receive the care she needs and deserves.

Please allow the family some time to settle in to the hospital and I will be sure to notify you all once visitors are welcome. At this time I'd like you all to view the rehab center's website to gain a better understanding of the attention she will receive. I commend the family for making such an important decision and firmly feel they've made the right choice.

I will be moving back to Long Island, NY to be closer to both my family and the Foulger family. At this time I feel it is the right thing to do and it would make me happier to be closer to everything that is happening. I will make a brief trip up there in the beginning of October and will move towards the end of the month.

Please keep your comments coming as we will be sure to read them!