Great Smiles Today Tori!

Boy I don't know where to start- I'm Tori's aunt and this has sure been an experience for all involved. I was at the hospital today and Tori was so amazing. She was very alert and full of smiles today. It makes my whole day when I see her like this. I have seen smiles earlier, but today her whole face lit up- it makes you emotional just to see it.

When I think back on that first night waiting for her to arrive on life flight, it amazes me how far she has come and what a little fighter she is.

Tim and Maria have been incredible through all of this. I don't know of any parents who could have done more for her. They have been at the hospital day in and day out from the beginning. I know Tori feels their genuine unconditional love for her. Maria takes such good care of her (paints her finger nails, washes and braids her hair, pedicures, etc.) along with any other thing she can possibly think of to keep her comfortable. Tim is so dedicated to doing whatever it takes to help her progress. I'll never forget one night early on when Tori was upset, Tim leaned down and wrapped Tori in a blanet with him and she immediately calmed down. I know she finds great comfort in them.)

We pray for her constantly, and hope she continues to do so well on her journey to recovery.

Love,

Aunt Laurie