Week 10: Under One Roof Again

Ruby was discharged from the hospital today and walked out of there on her own power. Praise God for that! At first she seemed to have a bit of a hard time with leaving. My feeling is that she might have been resisting any change in her life, which has obviously been plagued by change in the last 10 weeks. She seems happy to be out and with Mom, Dad, and Molly all at the same time. She drank out of her cup just this morning using two hands. She seems to be putting more and more effort into that right arm all the time. Anyway, it's good to be under one roof again as a family. She still has a long road ahead of her, but, God willing, she is well on her way to making a full recovery. Hopefully being home will help her heal.

Week 10: 12-5-2011 Update

Funny story today. For whatever reason, Ruby loves to flush the toilet by herself - she has for some time now. Anyway, Melissa has been clever enough to harness this motivation and use it toward furthering Ruby's recovery (I know I have you hooked now, reader). Every time Ruby uses the "big girl potty" she is now only allowed to flush with the right hand. Boy, does she try hard! Usually, we tell her to squeeze the handle "so tight" and "push!" and usually she needs more than a little help. Well, I'm happy to report, not today! Today Ruby pushed the handle with all her might (I wish there were video to accompany my description), and "whougggh!" Down it went! Way to go Ruby! Mom and Dad could not be more proud!  :P

Week 9: 12-3-2011 Update

Just wanted to write a quick update on Ruby's progress since she did a couple of great things today. Melissa gladly reported to me tonight that Ruby went to bed tonight singing, much like she used to do before any of this happened. That was wonderful to hear by itself. Even more encouraging is the fact that both Melissa and Aunt Rachel heard Ruby sing, "Good night, Ruby. Good night, Ruby . . .". Melissa said it was clear as day! Ruby said Ruby! Needless to say, Melissa and I are thrilled! It is so wonderful to hear her say her name again. You can be sure I'll be asking Ruby what her name is like crazy over the next couple of days. :)