Maria spent a quick two weeks at Gaylord Hospital. She was elated to see her friends on the nursing staff and in rehab and stayed on the same hall as before, just a few doors down from her original room. As with all things, insurance rules reign supreme over life and health care decisions. As such we were forced to move Maria back to Marlborough on June 14th.
Maria is again back at Marlborough and is resting comfortably in room 104. Her therapy schedule continues to keep her busy until 3:30 pm daily. Should you want to visit Maria during the week lunch time (noon-ish) and after 3:30 pm continue to be the prime time slots.
For those of you who have seen Maria before her second procedure, you will notice that Maria is struggling a bit more with her speech. You will find that her speech is not as good as it was in April and May. Please be patient. She comprehends everything that you will say. Her expressive aphasia prevents her from formulating rapid responses and sentences. This frustrates her greatly so any assistance you can give her such as a word or two are helpful.
It has been 16 weeks since her first surgery. Maria is doing great, but there is still much work ahead for her and for us.
Thanks to all for you cards, letters, prayers and positive energy.
