Saturday, December 12, 2009

At the end of the first week in Gaylord Carol is adjusting well.
She has new a new therapy schedule and is working hard. Her speech
is improving everyday and she really enjoying Ron who comes to
help her and join her at meal times.
Carol talks on the phone several times a day to her kids and others.
Yes she can have visitors but just for short times. She still can be very
tired after her workouts.
Thanks to all
Nelson Snyder Families

Sunday, December 6, 2009

Hello to all,
We have good news. Carol is going to Gaylord Monday Dec. 7th. She will be at TENDERCARE
Nursing Facility in Gaylord as an in patient. We are happy that she can get back 'up north'
and will be able to see some new faces and friends. Visiting willl be limited until we get her settled and readjusted to a new schedule but she is anxious to move to her new facility.
Carol has been doing better each day and we think this is a good move for her.
Thanks for all of the letters, cards and thoughts and prayers - we know many of you keep her in your prayers and we can only say THANK YOU - they(the prayers) are working as we see improvement every day.
Ron and William took care of the Saturday and Sunday care and we sure appreciate that.
See you in Gaylord after Tuesday.

Nelson and Snyder Families

Friday, November 27, 2009

Thanksgiving

Hello All-

Happy Thanksgiving. This year we have a lot to be thankful for! I am utterly amazed with Moms progress.

Mom had a day full of visitors, the Lions (who she somehow knew would loose) and Turkey. Patrick, Shannon, David, Susan, Grandma and Grandpa and I all took turns visiting mom yesterday. She ate mashed potatoes, turkey with gravy, and pumpkin pie.

We hope that you all had wonderful Thanksgivings! Thank you for all your support, thoughts and prayers!

Best

Jen Nelson
and the entire Nelson and Nelson-Snyder Families.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Hello to all
Carol is doing so much better. Each day she improves in her motor skills.
She is eating several varieties of foods. Holding her own in therapy..
much stretching, more movement, and increasing strength.
SHe is very alert and is answering our questions and loves her phone calls
from Ron and CHuck and the kids.
We continue to work on all fronts and hope to soon be home for a visit.
Best to all - We have needed your prayers and thoughts and continue to use the positive karma- Carol loves opening her
cards and loves the messages.
Thanks so much - Nelson Snyder families

Hello to all,November after opening day (15th)

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Good News

Hi Everyone-

I just got off the phone with Grandma-- Mom went to her ENT doctor today and had her Trach removed. This is an incredible step for Mom! It will take a few weeks to heal but it will be more comfortable for Mom and is a great step in her regaining some independence.

Also, with the help of the Speech Therapist, Mom is beginning to eat some real foods, like peaches, which are easy for her to swallow and attempt to chew.

Today is a good day!

As always, my family and I cannot thank you enough for your constant thoughts and prayers! Mom seems to be progressing and working towards coming home to us all! Please continue to send good energy and encouragement!

Best,

Jen Nelson
and the entire Nelson and Nelson-Snyder Families.

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Halloween Weekend

Hi everyone,

Mom had a busy weekend. Her friend Lois Skinner stayed with Mom while Grandma took a much needed break up north. Ron, William, Shannon and myself all made visits. I am incredibly amazed by Mom's progress. She is still saying some words and eating ice chips and ice cream. Monday, I visited with Mom all day-we talked about Halloween in Gaylord, and reminisced about my siblings and I growing up. Mom seems to know who she is, who her family is, and where she is from. She tends to tire easily, but it is clear that she is working hard and making progress.

Saturday, Patrick, David, Grandma, Grandpa and I handed out Halloween candy at Nelson's Funeral Home, carrying on a great Gaylord Halloween tradition. Though it was cold and wet, we enjoyed seeing everyone's costumes and talking to those interested in Mom and praying for her recovery.

As always, my family and I cannot thank you enough for your encouragement and support. We will be sure to post more updates soon.
Thank you and God Bless.

Jen Nelson and The Nelson and Nelson-Snyder Families