March 16, 2017 7:25 pm

Gabby is still sleeping a lot which for right now is the best way to recover.  She was able to get out of bed, stand and get into a wheelchair for a bit.  The nurses say it is amazing but it is so hard to know as a parent.  Her answers are usually a little slow and just one word or a slight nod or shake of the head.  She did make a joke this afternoon.  It was so nice to hear her sense of humour. 

She was able to go into the hall to watch fish swimming around for about 20 minutes.  It is good to know that when she is awake she wants to do or see something, although the energy doesn't last long.

The screen pictures shows they are monitoring  heart rate, pressure on the brain, blood pressure,  breaths per minute, and blood oxygen levels.

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  1. M&J Tricker16 March 2017 at 21:03

    So glad to hear all is going so well. Keep it up. Continued prayers for your recovery. Let us know if you need anything.

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  2. Unknown16 March 2017 at 21:34

    So happy to hear how your doing ! Thinking of you Abby and family!! Torrie says hi and feel better soon! Hugs and prayers from all of us . The Hallock's Brian Christy Dawson &Torrie

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  3. Anonymous17 March 2017 at 08:36

    that is great to hear i am so happy that gabby is do good me and the class miss her so much.

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