08.17.10: GETTING OUTDOORS

Trin's doctors have encouraged her to practice walking as much as possible to rehabilitate her left side. Because the brain tumor was deep inside the inner right side of Trin's brain, the motor skills on her left side had a chance of being affected post-op even to the point of paralysis. Thankfully, Trin's doctors worked miracles and were able to remove 95% of the tumor without paralyzing her. Her surgeon this time around (famed UCSF doctor, Mitchell Berger) was the one who invented the technique that was used to remove the remainder of Trin's tumor without having a severe affect on her left side motor skills. We are eternally grateful for the team of doctors and their amazing work!

Still, Trin will undergo intense rehabilitation in order to regain her balance and motor skills. Part of getting better is practicing simple things like walking. Trin's left leg is numb most of the time so she carries it like dead weight, therefore she unfortunately keeps running into walls and tables etc. But with each day we are witnessing progress in her rehabilitation.

Today, Eddie, Erica, and I took Trinity to the Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman's Wharf to stretch out her legs and get out of the house. Sunlight and fresh air plus laughter and good company is such great therapy for the soul! We want Trin to get out as much as possible so she doesn't get depressed by being stuck inside. The weather was perfect in the city today and we had a fabulous time bay-watching from the bridge and munching on bread bowls at the pier. We also grabbed some matching hoodies to remember her journey and recovery in SF. Tonight, Warren brought over some yummy Chicago-style pizza and a netflix box - so relaxing and cozy times lie ahead! Enjoy your Tuesday night readers...and remember to be thankful for all you have. <3

Love Love Love,
Nazy