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In Iowa!

I know we’ve been MIA for a few, but with good reason… we’re in Iowa! Well, Shepherd and I are. We flew in last night, LATE, thanks to some bad weather in Atlanta and a very busy travel weekend due to the 4th of July. But we’re HERE and our first appointment is this morning to see Dr. Morcuende and Dr. Ponseti. I am so excited for Shepherd, this is the beginning of a whole new life for him!

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  1. Patricia/NYC says

    July 7, 2008 at 2:32 PM

    Sending prayers your way that all goes smoothly! How exciting for Shepherd! It won’t be long before he is running after Jude! ๐Ÿ˜‰

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  2. Barbie says

    July 7, 2008 at 2:55 PM

    Yeah!! Thanks for letting us know. I will be praying all goes well. What a blessing that it worked out for just you and Shepherd to go.

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  3. Andrea says

    July 7, 2008 at 3:06 PM

    Wonderful news. I hope you have a fun,productive trip.

    Andrea

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  4. Jill says

    July 7, 2008 at 3:21 PM

    Congrats and Good Luck sweet Shepard! Prayers are with you!

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  5. Wendy says

    July 7, 2008 at 3:57 PM

    Wow! You didn’t waste a moment getting him to Iowa!!! You’re amazing. Hope all goes well with Shepherd’s appointment. It’s incredible what they did for Jude and I hope that it is all just as successful for Shepherd. Wishing you guys all the best on this trip!
    Wendy

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  6. Tish says

    July 7, 2008 at 4:04 PM

    Hooray!!!! Hope all goes well!

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  7. Anonymous says

    July 7, 2008 at 7:02 PM

    Stefanie,
    I have been thinking about you and Shepherd all of yesterday and today. I am glad you made it safely and am praying that it goes well this morning.
    God bless-
    Jenny T.

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  8. Karen says

    July 7, 2008 at 7:17 PM

    Glad that you’re in Iowa now! I know Shepherds feet will look beautiful soon. How long are you staying?

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  9. Andrea says

    July 7, 2008 at 8:36 PM

    I’ll be thinking lots of positive thoughts for you.

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  10. Kristin says

    July 7, 2008 at 8:39 PM

    Looking forward to seeing Shepherd’s transformation. What a lucky little man to have such great doctors to care for him!
    Kristin
    CCAI WC mom

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  11. sara says

    July 7, 2008 at 8:42 PM

    Welcome to Iowa, BABY!!!! Hope Lisa gets to meet that little man of yours ๐Ÿ™‚ I am so jealous!

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  12. Doreen says

    July 7, 2008 at 10:20 PM

    keep us posted! Good Luck.

    Doreen in Montreal

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  13. Lady in Waiting says

    July 7, 2008 at 11:27 PM

    Hey – you are in our land – come and visit!!! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  14. Linette says

    July 8, 2008 at 12:02 AM

    Praying all goes well for you there. Looking forward to hearing how the appt. goes.

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  15. Lisa S says

    July 8, 2008 at 12:07 AM

    He is an amazing man…..He fixed my friends daughters bi lateral club feet….Aliyah Dermer, her mom is Robin. She said he was a god send for her and aliyah, she flew every 2 weeks from florida in the middle of winter….and with the internet more children will be healed by his hands!!! Best of luck, shepard could not have been placed in better hands, and hearts than yours!!

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  16. Nicole says

    July 8, 2008 at 1:07 AM

    Stefanie! SAFE TRAVELS and BLESSED APPOINTMENTS for Shepherd!!!
    Love,
    -Nicole

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  17. Adam and Cynthia says

    July 8, 2008 at 1:33 AM

    How exciting! That little man will be running around before you know it!

    So happy to know the process is getting under way!

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  18. Bobbi Jo says

    July 8, 2008 at 2:36 AM

    No way!! We were in Iowa this morning too. We saw Dr. Ponseti this morning at 9:00am. Eli’s feet look great, no new castings, just the brace at night and nap. We were thrilled with the work they had done in China. I’m excited to hear the changes ahead for Sheperd!

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  19. Chris & Deb says

    July 8, 2008 at 2:43 AM

    YEA! What awesome news! We just drove through Iowa today too! Hope all goes well for the first appt! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  20. C&A says

    July 8, 2008 at 3:09 AM

    Our prayers are with you. God Bless you, what wonderful people you are!

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  21. Gracie and Garrett's Mommy says

    July 8, 2008 at 3:19 AM

    Great news on the trip! We are praying for ya’ll! I know that this is a big step in Shepherd’s life and he has the greatest family to run to now. Let us know how things go.

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  22. Amy Jo says

    July 8, 2008 at 3:38 AM

    Praying God’s hand upon you & your precious Shepherd (and the rest of your family while you are away). It’s been amazing to read your blog and follow your latest journey. God is SO good! Blessings & peace.

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  23. Kim says

    July 8, 2008 at 5:08 AM

    Stefanie,
    Can’t wait to see him running with his brothers and sisters! I still remember how much I loved the video you posted of Jude learning to hustle on those beautiful little feet ๐Ÿ™‚
    Safe travels…
    Hugs,
    Kim
    ~waiting for Sophie Mei~

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  24. Anonymous says

    July 8, 2008 at 10:53 AM

    YAY!!! Give Shepherd a big old hug from his DG friend, Lizzie!!! We are getting our first cast today as well!!!! Keep me posted, Stefanie, on how he is doing!!!

    Ann

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  25. Whitty's Four says

    July 8, 2008 at 11:58 AM

    My second son is in Iowa City this week at a sports camp, If I was with him I’d run over and pray with you. Now I will pray from the other side of the state.
    God Bless your visit,
    Karen Whitt

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  26. Jen, aka ChinaMom2005 says

    July 8, 2008 at 5:46 PM

    Good luck to you and Shepherd!

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  27. Leslie says

    July 8, 2008 at 10:14 PM

    Hi Stefanie,

    I was wondering where you guys had been. I’m so excited for Shepherd and his new lease on life. Thanks for letting us all know what’s going on.

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  28. Amie says

    July 8, 2008 at 10:24 PM

    Can’t wait to hear how it went!!!!

    Sending prayers and hugs you way!!!

    ๐Ÿ™‚
    Amie

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  29. Jana says

    July 8, 2008 at 11:02 PM

    I pray that everything goes smoothly and can’t wait to see the end results. I’m SO HAPPY that he’s in your arms!!

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  30. The Ferrill's says

    July 9, 2008 at 4:11 AM

    praying praying!

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  31. Nicole says

    July 9, 2008 at 12:27 PM

    I’d been meaning to ask when you were going to see Dr. P. Enjoy your time with the ‘godfather’ and good luck to S and his feet!

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