Ashley is transferring back to RIC today.
She has recovered quite well from the bout this past weekend. A new milestone for Ashley that occurred this week was moving from a continuous feed to what is referred to as bolus feedings. Although it is still liquid nourishment she is getting it more like a meal verses constantly.
It is difficult to say whether or not the plasmapheresis treatments helped Ashley. Again the combination of a sever infection (which she has successfully fought off) and the seizures could be masking some progress. Hopefully with a return to RIC and a resumption of her therapy there we will see that it is aiding her.
Thanks to all of you for your prayers while Ashley was at Northwestern Memorial. Just as the “12th man” advantage a football team has playing at home, you have been that 12th man helping Ashley (and us) with your prayers.
Ashley's mailing address at RIC:
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago
345 E. Superior St. 10th Floor
Chicago, IL 60611
Ashley
ALS Walk
Joining the "I Sherwood Walk" for Aunt Donna
Go ND
There is nothing like game day at Notre Dame
Go IU
First time watching the game with Miles. He was always filming while a student.
Valpo Popcorn Fest
Hanging with Orville
TMA Camp in Kentucky
Ashley with Michelle and Jordan
A Great Day at the Pool Beats...
Hey, I'm working here!
Six Years Later... Still Motivated
The eyes and smile say it all
Way To Go Bro...
I taught him everything he knows
Ashley with Her Walker
Continuing her efforts to fully recover
Christmas in Florida
December on the Beach
Reporting for Beach Action
Someone has to enjoy it!
Ashley in Holly's Wedding
A whole lot of pretty
Go Bulldogs
Ashley & Miles Cheering on Wade and the Dogs
TMA Camp 2012
Dressed for the Western Theme
Proud Papa with Ashley
Keeping Dad Smiling
Spring 2012 in Chicago
The Sign Says it All!
February in Naples
Some of our WestWind Friends
January in Miami
Visiting George, Ileana, Ana & Tony
Always Connected
New Netbook keeps Ashley Connected even on Neighborhood Walks
Not now. I'm buzy.
Ashley Meets Dr. Lugo
Mary, Ashley, Pauline and Al Lugo (also an ADEM victim)
Let It Snow
Ashley and Mom Sledding
Imogene's Antlers
Ashley in a play with others using communication devices
Ashley standing and providing her own balance
How I Spent My Summer
Nothing Beats Being at the Lake
Ashley's Corrective Castings
A 3-4 week process to correct foot posture
Family Portrait on Serenade of the Seas
Recognize the backdrop? From a ship no longer with us
Ashley's Van
God Bless the hundreds that helped us get this van!
Christmas Morning
Tis the Season
Christmas Carols Pay a Visit
On the Treadmill at Therapy
Victory Junction Gang Camp
Mary and Ashley in the Village Area
Adam's Car
Ashley with our Crew Chiefs Katie and Matt
Two Important Men (and a dog) in Ashley's Life
Sandy, Dr. Kerr and Kazu
The Whole Family having Fun at Victory Junction
Ashley and Dr. Sim
Dr. Sim is the Medical Director of Victory Junction
Bowling at Victory Junction
On Horseback at Victory Junction Camp
Ashley after her first horse ride
Ashley Walking
She is working without a net!
Summer Tuesdays Friend's Night
Boating on Lake Freeman
Sandy & Austin at the Neuroimmunological Symposium
Sandy has done so much to guide and help us
Ashley Hits the Pool!!!
Ashley & Austin get a Mother's Day Hug
Ashley's St. Mary's Pals Visit
Andrea and Kelly Drop by before Heading Home
Ashley & Mom Watering the Flowers
Spring is here!
Ashley in Her Standing Frame
Ashley's Restored Smile
Dr. Teel's handy work has Ashley smiling as bright as ever!
Ashley gets a Visit from Emily
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Ashley's most prolific blog comment-maker checks out Ashley's new digs
Ashley and Mary react to the news they are coming home!
Ashley and her Dwenger High Pals
Ashley's award winning smile is back (no braces!)
Ashley and Mom at an RIC Live Christmas Music Event
An example of the Support Ashley is getting
One of several posters, cards and letters sent to Ashley as Christmas approaches
Ashley's view of Water Tower Place from Northwestern Hospital
Ashley's Christmas Tree
Transfering to a Car
This 'car' sits on the 12th floor of RIC
A Family Walk in Chicago
Along Lake Michigan with Mom & Dad
Ashley and Dad
At the Park with Mom and the Grandparents
View of Lake Michigan from Ashley's room at RIC
Early Birthday Party at Select
Nurse Carol (share's Ashley's B-day) and the staff celebrate
Ashley's View at Select in Ft. Wayne
Visitors during Therapy at Select
Ashley & Mary Fly in from Virginia
View from Ashley's room in Virginia
E-cards pinned up in Ashley's ICU room the first week in Virginia
6 comments:
Hi Ashley,
So happy to hear you are back at RIC, however, your dad didn't mention the view from the room. What does that mean? Don't worry if you can't see the Christmas lights, we're bringing them to you tomorrow. Angela picked out something special that you can hold and make noise with. I hope you're having a fun sleepover with Aunt Beth. We'll see you in the morning. Love, Aunt Lynn
Ashley-
Hey, sweetheart. Just a little note this time. I wanted to tell you I'm happy you're going back to RIC, safe and sound. Please continue to feel better... no backtracking! I'm excited to hear what the "plasma-thing" (I stutter and stumble over the actual word every time I read your updates to my mom, so I shortened it to that!) has done for you.
My fingers and toes are crossed, and my prayers are constant.
I love you, Ashley Marie!
Emily*
Ashley,
Keep fighting! We are with you!
Love,
The Wittes
~Miss Ashley~
I am so happy that you are back at RIC again! I have thought of you constantly and I even dreamt about us! we were shopping...something we are so good at! Everytime I read your dad's bogs, I am so proud of you and all of your strength. Keep fighting Ash, and know that you are never alone. There are so many people you don't even know you are thinking about you and praying for you! I love you so much Ash!
XOXOXOXOXO,
HOlly
Hi Ashley,
I'm so glad you're back at the rehab ctr. where you can focus on your therapy. You are doing such a great job dealing with all the ups and downs each day has delt. I'm so proud of you and your family. I love you soo much. Aunt Ann P.S. have your dad show you the elf yourself video that julie made. It's a hoot!
Ashley
My prayers and thoughts are with you. You are an incredible girl and you are going to come through this. You are a strong girl and I hope you continue to get better and better.
Love
Michael Coffee
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