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Iowa trip #6… LAST trip :)


Waiting for our final plane to arrive to take us to Iowa


After his 5th cast came off…

Amazing!


After his tenotomy, still a bit groggy


and then fast asleep after a spin in the stroller


The next day we spent some time at the RMH playground


whoaaaaaaaaaa!


“I’m cool… I’m cool”


Touring the grounds in a red wagon


and enjoying a beautiful August afternoon


Looking serious (and seriously CUTE!)


“I love this place!”
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08.19.08 · Uncategorized 32

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  1. The Gang's All Here! says

    August 19, 2008 at 1:23 PM

    What a beautiful smile this little man has!

    Maybe we should start brokering a match-making deal for about 22 years from now . . . DON’T tell The Boss I said that ๐Ÿ™‚

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  2. Kim says

    August 19, 2008 at 2:56 PM

    Truly amazing! Shepherd is just adorable, love that little smile!

    What would we do without our children who help us get through the toughest of times? What blessings they are. Your in my prayers.

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  3. AnnaB says

    August 19, 2008 at 3:10 PM

    Amazing is absolutely right!! Amazing!!! So happy to see Shepherd doing so good. Hope you are feeling the strength from hundreds of prayers for you and your family.

    Big Hugs!
    Anna

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  4. Naenay1012 says

    August 19, 2008 at 3:51 PM

    His feet look amazing.

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  5. Desiree says

    August 19, 2008 at 4:11 PM

    Wow, his feet look amazing!! Both of Hope’s still look like the other picture from the previous visit. She has good range of motion though. Hope you get your strength back soon.
    Hugs to you
    Desiree
    whose DH is leaving in 4 days for China!!!

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  6. Michelle says

    August 19, 2008 at 5:44 PM

    Wow!! What a truly amazing difference in his feet!!

    I’ve been thinking about you alot and hoping that you and your family are doing ok.

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  7. Patricia/NYC says

    August 19, 2008 at 6:01 PM

    WOW!!! This child is amazing, strong, beautiful & a major blessing!!

    Prayers for you all continue!
    HUGS!!

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  8. Andrea says

    August 19, 2008 at 6:22 PM

    His feet look fantastic! He looks so happy and peaceful. A happy go lucky boy!

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  9. Diana says

    August 19, 2008 at 6:46 PM

    I am AMAZED at the difference is such a SHORT time.
    Sheperd has the BEST smile..(all your kids are adorable:)

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  10. Andrea says

    August 19, 2008 at 6:54 PM

    I can not get over that child’s feet. Amazing.
    He looks just as happy as can be.
    What a blessing.

    Andrea

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  11. Rebecca says

    August 19, 2008 at 7:20 PM

    Wow, I can’t BELIEVE the transformation in Shepherd’s beautiful little feet! Incredible!! And I’m sure you are happy that this is the last trip… hang in there, mama! I love all the photos of your little man – he is a peanut.

    Rebecca

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  12. Skip, Ashley and the kids says

    August 19, 2008 at 8:16 PM

    What a miracle! In such a short amount of time – was it a short amount of time for you? He has such a sparkle in his eyes. I pray you are doing well. Whew you have had a lot going on. I am very sorry about the death of your father.

    Love, Ashley

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  13. sara says

    August 19, 2008 at 8:32 PM

    I love seeing pictures & progress f your youngest son. Shepherd has a contagious smile!!

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  14. Kim says

    August 19, 2008 at 8:41 PM

    Beautiful, beautiful little feet! You are an inspiration to many. I am praying for you…

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  15. Michelle says

    August 19, 2008 at 8:58 PM

    WOW! I am just in amazement over Shepherd’s little footsies. They look fabulous.

    He is such a cutie! He obviously takes after the rest of his family!

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  16. Karen says

    August 19, 2008 at 9:26 PM

    What an awesome transformation in his feet!!! I am hoping our little one (when we can get him home) responds as well to his castings as Shepherd has.

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  17. Daisy Dreams says

    August 19, 2008 at 10:53 PM

    His feet look just amazing! And you’re right….he’s seriously cute!!

    Shannon

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  18. shelley says

    August 19, 2008 at 11:22 PM

    you are doing such a great job. you continue to be an inspiration to us all.

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  19. kris says

    August 20, 2008 at 1:24 AM

    OH my GOSH!! I can’t believe the transformation!

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  20. Amie says

    August 20, 2008 at 1:38 AM

    OMGoodness his feet are looking so much more like Judes. That is AMAZING the transformation in such a sweet time. His feet have always been so beautiful and kissable,(they are ๐Ÿ™‚ ), but I am so pleased that he will be more comfortable and soon able to RUN after his “gang”.

    What a sweet little face!

    You made it girl!!! Crying happy tears for you that you are almost done with this portion of it!

    Missing you tons and praying for you constantly. Wish I were there to help out with everything, though I know you can do it all yourself, would love to be there hangin’!

    Sending you Lots of Love! let’s chat soon! ๐Ÿ™‚

    ๐Ÿ™‚
    Amie

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  21. Julie says

    August 20, 2008 at 2:30 AM

    Stefanie,
    His feet are amazing! And he is still one of the most beautiful boys I have ever seen!
    I am so sorry to hear about your dear father. Your family is always in my prayers. Julia

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  22. -Sheri & David says

    August 20, 2008 at 4:18 AM

    What truly beautiful feet! I can’t believe the difference from seeing them in person at the Victory in late June. Thanks for keeping us up to date. I love to see the pictures.
    Sheri
    http://www.dswalling.blogspot.com

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  23. Jill says

    August 20, 2008 at 4:19 AM

    There is only one word…INCREDIBLE!

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  24. Tami and Bobby Sisemore Family says

    August 20, 2008 at 4:46 AM

    I love all the pics ๐Ÿ™‚ How old is the little guy again? I see you are using platex bottles? That is what Bobby and I are talking about for Noah so we know they are clean always and BPA free with the drop ins liners ๐Ÿ™‚ Anyway, I love catching up on the news ๐Ÿ™‚

    hugs
    Tami
    Noah's Mommy <~hangin on till Gotcha Day 9/08/08 ๐Ÿ™‚
    http://www.tillGodbringsthemhome.blogspot.com

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  25. Chris and Deb says

    August 20, 2008 at 11:36 AM

    How awseome…..the last trip and his feet look amazing! He looks incredibly happy too! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  26. Nicole says

    August 20, 2008 at 12:07 PM

    AMAZING!!! They look great!

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  27. Jenny says

    August 20, 2008 at 3:38 PM

    Hooray! Congratulations on making it to tenotomy day! I can’t wait to see the ‘big reveal’ in a few weeks! I’m so happy that his treatment w/ Dr. M has gone so well!
    ADORABLE photos as usual!
    Keeping you in our prayers, Stef-
    Jenny

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  28. Cate says

    August 20, 2008 at 7:00 PM

    His feet look great!!! He’s so cute, and definitely worth the wait, I’d say.

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  29. One Happy Momma says

    August 20, 2008 at 10:22 PM

    You are so right, amazing!

    What a happy little boy he is!

    So happy for you and your family for for Shepherd. ๐Ÿ™‚

    Blessings –

    Cathy
    Camie’s Momma

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  30. The Ferrill's says

    August 20, 2008 at 10:34 PM

    Wow! Not only do his feet look great, but HE looks fantastic too! Those little eyes just shine! Bet he adds a lot of joy to your days!
    Continuing to pray for your family during these days of transition to new home, new child, and new loss…my heart hurts for you, yet as I told Amie, if anyone can handle all these things, it is YOU! I know it is only because of Jesus that you can be so strong! He is holding you up!

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  31. Lisa S says

    August 21, 2008 at 12:49 AM

    God bless Dr. ponseti inventing and for sharing his method of fixing club feet without surgery!!!! He is an angel!!! May god bless him!

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  32. Colleen says

    September 2, 2008 at 3:11 AM

    Look at him smile what a cutie pie!!! And those feet!! Those beautiful feet!! Amazing!!!

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