Welcome to Eleven Weeks — a 73-day walk through of Shane’s accident, recovery and final moments.
Sedation reduced; ICP spikes; central line consent; swelling worsens; brief stabilization; evening support from friends and congregation.
Another good day 😊 He stood again and took two steps. He lead with his left leg while the right leg supported him. And Shane spoke! ☺️ Speech therapy came and tested a speaking …
A good day! Shane got to be in the recliner from 10:00-3:00pm Still breathing independently ☺️ They downsized the trach to prepare for the speaking cap. He used the smart phone for …
Another good day! Shane is moving to Neuro step down tonight. The plans continue for Helen Heyes rehab Tuesday or Wednesday, pending approval. Shane stood with PT sat in the …
Another good day! 😌 Shane’s new floor is very good. He’s beside two large windows. The room is very quiet and the nurse station is right there. Guest limit is still 2 people. And …
Even better than yesterday. Shane got good rest today. Watched the July Broadcast, a few shows he likes and got to hear about Ramapo from Solon. He really seemed to be interested …
A good day! Shane stood up from the edge of the bed with PT again. I actually got to see it ☺️ He stood and pivoted to the recliner. He sat for a while, and held the toothbrush and …
Our best day yet. Shane moved to Helen Hayes rehab today. They had given the idea that it would be Wednesday, but then at 11:30 they gave us the good news that it was all approved. …
Shane got 3 hours of therapy today. Two hours in the morning. 1 hour in the afternoon. He was good, calm & tired but also the activity seemed to promote his staying awake and he …
Shane got 3.5 hours of therapy today. Physical therapy used the wheelchair and he went to the physical therapy room with a huge window and a view of the Hudson River.
Shane got 3.5 hours of therapy today. He transferred to the chair. Sam and I played a card game with him. We played War and he took every trick but the last. We tied and then I had …
Shane had 3 hours of therapy today. Also ate three full meals which he really liked. They asked if he wanted to eat, he said “Let’s do it!” The nurse said soon, we can even bring …
A great day! Shane had 1.5 planned hours of OT. Sunday schedule is lighter. But after that Chivonne and I got to take him OUTSIDE! When we were outside, I asked to hold his hand…he …
Another good day Shane had 3 hours of therapy. They used the rails in the gym to get him walking on his own. He also began transfers to the bathroom in his room. Two nurses stand …
He got Chick-fil-A! 🤗 The Speech Therapist, Karl, upgraded him to solid food today, including outside food. So the Taylors stopped at Chick-fil-A for him. He also ate some of the …
We had our first prayer together in 30 days! Shane prayed for us before dinner tonight. 🙏 It was so good! Sofia Dominguez brought him Five Guys and the Giambras brought me chicken …
Another good day! I called Shane at 8:30am. He remembered me leaving last night. He asked if the same couple would bring me back today. He asked if Leah is getting better. His …
He had a good but intense morning session of PT/OT Speech therapy worked on writing today. He signed his name. They gave us a few bonus writing pages to work on over the weekend …
He had less activities today, so there was extra time for social and rest. On the phone this morning I said they’d probably be bringing him breakfast soon. He said ‘No, we already …
Today was good! When I called him during breakfast he said, “They’re gonna take the tray soon, do I need to save any of this breakfast for you?” 💙 When I arrived they transferred …
A great day! He walked over 250 feet. PT was helping him on both sides, and another PT pushed the chair behind him, just in case he needed to rest. Leah and I got to watch in the …
Another good day. We got to watch Shane as he worked out both legs on the step. He was very steady. Shane is doing well with the therapy routine. Today when the physical therapist …
Day 38. Another good day. I stayed home to rest. I felt regret for that, but Leah said when you do the modest thing, it usually feels better later. These notes are from Chivonne …
Shane “If I cover right eye, the left eye is good. Cover the left eye, the right eye is ok. Uncover them both, they are mixed up.” Another good day.
8:00 Had a shower 8:30 Had therapy 9:00 Had breakfast during our phone call. He needed to pause the call to thank the nurse. And as they took the breakfast tray, he said they …
Shane had a great day. No scheduled therapy so he had a great nap in the morning & early afternoon and some visits in the late afternoon/evening. Kristine the RN talked about …
8:00 we talked on the phone. He asked how my night was and asked about my Dad. He says, Papa & Mama 12:00 had lunch and we met Barbara a nurse from another floor who goes to the …
8:30 I called him. He had a good night. He was waiting for breakfast and physical therapy. He said that Physical Therapy is “the hard one, she’s always got stuff for me to do.” We …
8:30 I called him. He asked me how my night was. He said he was pretty sure therapy was going to start soon. According to the schedule I saw later, it was Speech Therapy with Karl. …
8:10 I called him. First thing he said was, “How was your night, cheekies?” He said he slept well and sounded very refreshed. We rehearsed the date and he said, “July 17, did I get …
8:15 I called him, he asked “How was your night? What time did you get to bed?” We read the Day’s Text. And rehearsed the date, He got the 1st, and we practiced August a few more …
8:15 He said they had him in the shower already and everyone working with him was in a good mood. We read the Day’s Text, Rev 17:16 about the prostitute being burned with fire, he …
8:30 He said someone told him today is the 3rd of August. 👏 He also said he doesn’t have therapy for two days. He asked how my drive home was last night. I said it was good, I got …
8:00 Called Shane. He rested well. When he gets words he doesn’t intend to, he realizes it’s not the one he wants and reattempts them 👏 For example, he said he will finish the …
8:00 Called Shane. He rested well. When I told him it is the 5th, he said “Yes and they are gonna start the big ones today.” He meant that more physical therapy was planned.
8:30 Called Shane. He asked about Leah, if she arrived and stayed with me last night. He said, if he naps today Leah and I should go somewhere and do something together. He also …
8:15 Called Shane. He asked what Leah and I will do today. He asked if after the CT scan on Friday, Leah and I will do something fun. Also he asked about the plan for the surgery. …
9:30 Called Shane later than usual because at 8:15 he was in the shower. He was feeling good and just had a visit from Dr. Seliger. He said the doctor explained the CT scan and the …
7:55 CT scan with stealth, no contrast, at Good Samaritan. Leah and I went straight into Radiology and arrived just as they were checking Shane in. The Aide let me be with him for …
8:45 Called Shane. We told him we were on a walk outside and the weather was so beautiful after Tropical Storm Debby. He said he was happy we did something together.
A day of therapy sessions, encouraging visits, spiritual conversations, and reassuring medical assessments.
Strong therapy day, good neurological updates, steady walking progress, and encouraging visits.
A peaceful day with clear labs, fresh air in the garden, loving calls, visits, and specific prayers for the week ahead.
Therapy sessions, heartfelt goodbyes, meaningful conversations, and reflections on Jehovah’s care during Shane’s recovery.
A quiet Saturday filled with rest, thoughtful conversations, a beautiful afternoon outside, and gratitude.
A full day of conversation, progress, worship, and grateful prayers as Shane continued recovering.
Shane’s progress, therapies, discharge planning, kindnesses, and answered prayers.
Daily updates, medical notes, and conversations from August 27.
Final update: Shane's firm hope, faith and comfort. He saw the finish line.