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Gone are the days when we say generically: "Ivy is agitated." Now we say things like: "Ivy's stomach hurts." or " Ivy has a cramp in her right leg." or "Ivy is getting annoyed with all our questions." The reason we no longer have to use the nondescript "A-word" is because Ivy can now tell us what is causing her agitation. A raised index finger means yes and a shake of the head, a definitive no. This removes guessing from the equation, so she isn't given a med that may not be necessary. It is such a relief to have Ivy interacting with us!! Her progress seems to be picking up speed lately.
Physical therapy has been pushing her. They had her in a harness standing, trying to get her muscles reacquainted with supporting her weight. She is stronger sitting up, though she still needs support. When she is laying down, Ivy is able to lift up her lower torso. And she's following verbal commands more consistently. When I asked her if she liked her new room, she said yes.
A few other things worth mentioning:
Frank and Ivy's friends, Jessica and Marco had to go back home a couple days ago. Though Ivy would love to see Frank stay, he had to get back to continue reconstructing the house to accommodate her impending return. Thanks to Jessica and Marco for spending so much of their summer with Ivy. It's really boosted her spirits! I'm sure you'll be back soon. I've heard tell of another caravan of friends heading down in the near future as well. SLO high school has a few things in the works that we're excited about. Thanks again to everyone for the support!