8/3/2008
Today was a very special day for Jessie and our family . . . she was allowed to go home for 6 hours today! It was so good to see Jessie at home - it's hard to believe that she hasn't been home since June 8. Jessie had a set of therapy goals for this trip and we feel that she met them all and more. She navigated very well and did a great job scanning to the left so she wouldn't bump into things. She even had some pool therapy - she wanted so badly to 'dive under' but Daddy wouldn't let her due to her open incision. Jessie is going to need a lot of supervision over the next few months - someone needs to be in contact with her gait belt at all times for safety. . . but it won't be long before she will be stronger and can have more freedom! The count down has started - only 4 days until she gets to come home for good. We are all so excited!
1 year tomorrow, Jessie started this crazy roller coaster ride with her first seizure. Jessie has demonstrated great character and strength for a 5/6 year old this past year. We are very proud of her. She still has a long road ahead but all the badness is behind us now and we are looking forward to a bright future! Thank you to everyone that have opened their arms and hearts to our family. From Aledo to Baltimore - all over the country really, we have received so much support and many, many prayers . . . your kindness has been overwhelming. We have met so many good friends on this journey . . . you all are true blessings to us.
On that note - here are a few pictures from our wonderful day at home!
Have a great week and stay cool!
Love, Kristi and Cris
Today was a very special day for Jessie and our family . . . she was allowed to go home for 6 hours today! It was so good to see Jessie at home - it's hard to believe that she hasn't been home since June 8. Jessie had a set of therapy goals for this trip and we feel that she met them all and more. She navigated very well and did a great job scanning to the left so she wouldn't bump into things. She even had some pool therapy - she wanted so badly to 'dive under' but Daddy wouldn't let her due to her open incision. Jessie is going to need a lot of supervision over the next few months - someone needs to be in contact with her gait belt at all times for safety. . . but it won't be long before she will be stronger and can have more freedom! The count down has started - only 4 days until she gets to come home for good. We are all so excited!
1 year tomorrow, Jessie started this crazy roller coaster ride with her first seizure. Jessie has demonstrated great character and strength for a 5/6 year old this past year. We are very proud of her. She still has a long road ahead but all the badness is behind us now and we are looking forward to a bright future! Thank you to everyone that have opened their arms and hearts to our family. From Aledo to Baltimore - all over the country really, we have received so much support and many, many prayers . . . your kindness has been overwhelming. We have met so many good friends on this journey . . . you all are true blessings to us.
On that note - here are a few pictures from our wonderful day at home!
Have a great week and stay cool!
Love, Kristi and Cris
Welcome Home Sis!
Come on in! The water's fine!
Sunning with Aunt Michelle
Hang loose cousin Justin!
