Ellie went to another MRI update last week. She had a clear MRI!! We got to see the MRI pics on the computer with the resident afterward. It was my first time seeing an MRI of her brain since the first one where they showed us the tumor. It was neat and helpful to see the area (cavity) where the tumor was but being able to see it empty! Later that day Ellie went to her first face therapy with an occupational therapist. She is working on stretching her face muscles she hasn't used since the tumor was removed in May 2009. The therapist could tell they were tight. We are working on stretches this first month. Then she goes back in January to learn the next step of therapy.
In January she also sees the pediatric neurosurgeon that did her tumor removal surgery. He hasn't seen her in years. He may be quite surprised how she looks. I hope he is happy about her improvement. Here is a current picture of her.
She has matured a lot. I love who she has become. I wouldn't change a single bit about her!! Love her and Thank God for her often!!
Here are my two goof balls!
