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Jude :: one week later

This time last week Jude was still sleeping off the anesthesia from his surgery.

Oy.

So glad to be on this side of his surgery.

He’s struggled so much with his Rx meds that he requested – and the doc agreed – to forgo both of them.

Which means no muscle relaxer (for the constant charlie horses).

And no painkiller.



But our Jude is one determined little guy.

He’s been doing better every day. Even occasionally maneuvering around the house in his tiny wheelchair.

When he’s not in his favorite leather chair watching TV.

Legs propped on his favorite Sponge Bob pillow.

With no shirt.

And his fan on.



He’s still not eating much. I mean, he’s always had a limited appetite, but this experience has seriously affected his palette.

So, for now, chicken nuggets and D@nimals will have suffice.

With a bendy straw.

Anyway he’ll take it is how we’ll make it.



Just so glad to have that big beautiful smile back.

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08.02.12 · clubfoot, Jude, six percent 20

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  1. Rebecca says

    August 2, 2012 at 2:13 PM

    What a gorgeous little boy. So glad to hear he’s doing better and what amazing news that he’s doing good without pain medication. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  2. Sheryl says

    August 2, 2012 at 2:33 PM

    That IS a beautiful smile! Love the last shot.

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  3. Nancy says

    August 2, 2012 at 2:45 PM

    LOVE that last picture! Such a beautiful smile – he’s a handsome dude ๐Ÿ™‚ And well deserves some “spoiling” after what he’s been through. So glad he’s doing so well!!!!

    Reply
  4. tish says

    August 2, 2012 at 3:58 PM

    so happy for “the other side” !!!! what a sweetie he is!

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  5. martha says

    August 2, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    So glad he is feeling better and smiling. Danimals and chicken nuggets still get lots of smiles around here too.

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  6. Holly says

    August 2, 2012 at 6:00 PM

    Thrilled to see Jude’s content smile. So thankful he is recovering with TLC. Love the fan idea! Keep the nuggets coming!

    Holly

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  7. Julie D. says

    August 2, 2012 at 6:11 PM

    So glad he’s feeling better! Hope his appetite improves too!

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  8. Mary Beth says

    August 2, 2012 at 6:44 PM

    He is just such a sweetheart! Glad he is feeling a bit better.

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  9. Michelle says

    August 2, 2012 at 6:52 PM

    I have been wondering how he is doing. He just looks so sweet sitting there. Prayers continue for y’all.

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  10. Angie D. says

    August 2, 2012 at 6:55 PM

    Good to see his smile is back! Glad he’s better…I know it does a mom’s heart good!

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  11. kate says

    August 2, 2012 at 6:56 PM

    So so glad to see him home and smiling. What a week you all have had. Prayers for continued healing…

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  12. Brenda Stevens says

    August 2, 2012 at 8:17 PM

    Wow, he looks great for being one week adn no pain meds! Woo hoo and great job mom! Continued prayers for you all! HE is one sweet and handsome fella!

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  13. Brooke says

    August 2, 2012 at 8:26 PM

    Precious baby!! We’ve been praying for him!!! Glad he’s feeling much better! ๐Ÿ˜€

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  14. jodi says

    August 2, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    such a sweet sweet boy!!! Praying his recovery continues well!!!

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  15. Erin @ One Particular Kitchen says

    August 2, 2012 at 9:44 PM

    Bless his little heart! So glad he’s doing better.

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  16. maureen wagner says

    August 2, 2012 at 10:00 PM

    oh my he is beautiful!!!!! So happy he is on his way to be pain free…pain is hard on the mamas!

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  17. LegoMama says

    August 3, 2012 at 2:13 AM

    So glad Mr.Man is feeling a bit better and to see that gorgeous smile.

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  18. Aus says

    August 3, 2012 at 5:18 AM

    Fine (and tough!!) young man – we’re holding you in our prayers!

    hugs – aus and co.

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  19. Deborah says

    August 3, 2012 at 11:20 PM

    Glad he’s on the mend…BTW, he’s a doll. What a sweet face. ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  20. Annie says

    August 4, 2012 at 4:49 PM

    Love that smile!!!!!!! SO glad sweet Jude is feeling better!!!!!

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