Ashley started out her birthday with a smile. She had a good night’s sleep and was ready to go. Perhaps it was because she knew two of her aunts were coming today bearing gifts.
The Physiatrist (fizzy-at-trist) spoke with Mary this morning and said Ashley’s stay would likely be for 2 months. That is a couple of weeks longer than the case worker anticipated. The doctor was optimistic about Ashley’s recovery. She has a lot of hard work ahead of her and there will be both physical and mental hurdles, but Ashley still has a fighter’s attitude.
Ashley’s trachea tube has been completely removed. She could always breathe on her own; it was just placed as a precaution early on in case there was a need for emergency surgery. There is no need for stitches. Both the trachea and her skin will heal on its own. There is just a bandage there now.
Thank you for your prayers and happy birthday wishes.
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Hi Ashley,
Happy Birthday!! Can hardly believe you have turned 20. So nice to hear you girls are having birthday visitors today. Hope it's a great day in Chi-town! We love and miss you....keep working hard. Hope to see you soon. XOXOXO,
Uncle Mike, Aunt Barb, and all
Happy Birthday Ashley!!!
I am so happy to hear that you got your trachea tube removed! You are doing so well and I am so proud of you. I have been keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. It's lonely in this room without you. Sometimes I find myself talking to Minnie HAHAHA! I miss you
Love Andrea
Ash-
WOO WOO WOO WOO! I said it before and I'm saying it again-- HAPPY BIRTHDAY! How exciting, you got the trachea out! Say, "psssh, I don't need that, I can do it on my own, thankyouverymuch!" How amazing!
I hope you have a fabulous birthday and that your smile lasts ALL day!
By the way-- do you want me to pull up your Facebook Wall Posts and read them to you? Or has someone been doing that? Hmm... let's ponder that one.
LOVE YOU!!!!!! XOXO
Emily
Happy Birthday Ashley !!!!!!
Not to shabby, shopping on Michigan Avenue !!!!
We are so excited that you are making such progress. Describing the view, it sounds like they gave you the V.I.P. room. You are in our thoughts and prayers daily.
Love Ya, Aunt Kris & Uncle Rick
Hey Ashley,
Happy 20th birthday! Since I am the oldest of the BD friend group, I guess it is my job as the unofficial president to officially welcome you into the big 2-0 club. haha! WOAH ASH! I'm so happy that you went outside, and if you're going to go outside you might as well go big on Michigan Avenue! How exciting! I bet you were loving every minute of the shopping experience. Today I gave a speech about Rascal FLatts since their new album came out today just for you on your birthday! and because it was your birthday, I figured youd approve if I gave my speech about them! If I can get a copy soon, I'll have to burn it for you! I'm sure they will be amazing! Ash, you are always in my thoughts, I think about you so many times throughout the day. You are always in my prayers too, keep being strong Ash! I love you tons and bunches! Miss You XOXOXOXOXOXO
~Holly~
Ashley,
Happy Birthday! Little girl, how can you be twenty when I'm still so young? Ah but seriously, sounds like you're doing great and Chicago is agreeing with you. I'm so looking forward to the end of October and the chance to visit you and your mom. Until then, as ever, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Your old Uncle, Ed
Happy 20th Birthday, Ashley. You are amazing! You've accomplished so much, and I'm sure you'll continue improving day by day.
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayer.
Love,
David, Trish, Cameron & Alana
Your Florida Family
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