Heather Wilson, Marla's speech therapist, works with her to re-develop her swallowing reflex.

Steffie, Missy, Marla and Pam (one of Marla's favorite re-habilitation technicians) basking in the sunshine on a walk around Craig's recreation paths.

Marla wearing shades, while enjoying some sunshine and fresh air with Missy Soriano, and Steffie Brouillette, friends and fellow teachers at Glacier Peak Elementary School

Craig Therapy Photo Gallery / Strolling about the grounds 3/18/2003

Davie, Nem, and daughter Ciana came into Englewood for the weekend from their beautiful ranch in the mountains. Ciana gave Marla a lovely yellow rose.

Craig Therapy Photo Gallery / An Afternoon with Woody 3/16/2003

"We all need somebody to lean on!"--Vanessa lends Marla a should upon which to lean.

Marla enjoying lunch with Pam, one of her favorite re-habilitation technicians. Pam is getting married at the end of March!

Marla enjoying a visit from Heather Schutt, who brought her the big bunch of Valentine balloons you see in the background!

Marla has graduated from the Craig bed to a regular bed. She seems to be comfortably enjoying her snooze, snuggled up with a handmade Afghan from a friend, and a handmade quilt from her Aunt Anita.

Marla gets a sweet "kiss" from Woody. Rachel, her re-habilitation technician gives him a friendly pat on the back. Rachel's family is from Ouray, Colorado, where Marla's parents grew up.

Craig Therapy Photo Gallery / Holding Hands 3/16/2003

One of the brave nurses at Craig who was able to make it in for duty-- the hospital had to recruit volunteers with 4WD to get vital staff members in to work.

"I'm looking forward to having my dessert in non-pureed form, thank you!"

Mom and Dad enjoy a visit from Linda and Roger Cracraft, longtime family friends.

Craig Therapy Photo Gallery / Craig Entrance 3/19/2003

Marla enjoying a Root Beer float with Mom in the therapeutic recreation department.

Peggy working Marla hard during OT therapy class.

Peggy and Jean (Marla's OT and PT Therapists) working with her on the mat. They are working with her to bear weight on her injured right arm.

Mom is finally getting a knack for those awesome French braids like Heather and Pam, Marla's favorite rehabilitation technicians, do for her.

Marla getting some practice walking on the stairs. Very hard work, and very tiring for her!

Marla walking with support from Mom and Dad, who are learning the proper techniques for walking with Marla.

Leo digging out from the blizzard! He's made good progress on the front walk to Bob and Annie Brooks house in Denver, where Leo and Mary are staying.

Marla gets a hug from one of her favorite re-habilitation technicians, Heather.

Craig Therapy Photo Gallery / 'Ness and Family 3/22/2003

Marla enjoying some time with Tiffany, a friend from High School in Glenwood Springs, and her daughter, Logan.