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Yesssss.

Jude’s casts came off yesterday.

And he wanted to celebrate with a long-anticipated soak in the tub.


Not surprisingly, a few of his younger siblings wanted to witness the event.

Thank goodness for bubbles.


I can only imagine how good it felt to soak the legs that have been stuck in casts for six weeks.

But that sweet smile hinted at his joy.


Now he has to relearn to walk. The doctors have suggested we let Jude set the pace, and that it could take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks.

Knowing Jude, I’m going to bet on the short side of that.

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09.07.12 · clubfoot, Jude, six percent 17

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  1. Chris says

    September 7, 2012 at 7:37 AM

    awwww, relief. i can just feel it for him!

    love his little group of fans!

    πŸ™‚

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  2. The Gang's Momma says

    September 7, 2012 at 7:41 AM

    Yay for Jude. What a sweetie – he captures my attention each time you post about him. Give him high fives from The Gang for me πŸ™‚

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  3. Michelle says

    September 7, 2012 at 8:04 AM

    So happy for Jude!!! He is just so precious to allow his little sisters witness the soak!

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  4. Lisa@Advent's Adventures says

    September 7, 2012 at 8:19 AM

    Yay! Woderful pictures!!!!!

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  5. martha says

    September 7, 2012 at 8:22 AM

    Sweet post…love his smile…it looks like his smile is saying ahhhhhhhhh!…Love the girls around the tub. LOL

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  6. MG Atwood says

    September 7, 2012 at 9:27 AM

    These shots just warm my heart. Hooray!!! Here’s to stepping out soon. Joining you from Lisa’s photo Friday.

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  7. Amy says

    September 7, 2012 at 9:45 AM

    So cute! I remember well the first bath after the casts came off our little guy! I am so happy Jude’s six weeks are over and I will pray for his speedy recovery!

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  8. Rebecca says

    September 7, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    Joey figured out how to walk while wearing a big huge spica cast and then was walking just a few hours after it had been taken off. Aye aye aye.

    I bet your little guy will be running and jumping before you know it πŸ™‚

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  9. Hannah says

    September 7, 2012 at 12:20 PM

    He is such a sweetie. I bet that bath felt good….well at least as good as a bath can to a little boy πŸ˜‰ Mine liked to stay dirty as long as possible!

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  10. Tiaras & Tantrums says

    September 7, 2012 at 12:59 PM

    Yeah for your little man! It is so darling to see the girls all gathering for him!

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  11. Trish says

    September 7, 2012 at 2:27 PM

    I think that top photo is my new absolute favorite.
    Trish

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  12. Gina says

    September 7, 2012 at 2:35 PM

    So incredibly exciting!!!!!!!!!!! He’ll be running in no time I’m sure.

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  13. Seeing Each Day says

    September 7, 2012 at 3:32 PM

    Stephanie – I have to say, your photos are always a delight to look at. Your boy must be so happy to have those casts removed.

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  14. kate says

    September 7, 2012 at 7:20 PM

    The photos really tell the story. Sweet sweet boy…and that smile. How do you deny him anything??? SO glad he is out of the casts.

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  15. Jane Klingenberg says

    September 7, 2012 at 10:50 PM

    Hi Stephanie:

    This just touched my heart. My Sadie hasn’t had a “real shower” since last May…. nor could she swim all summer in the pool in our backyard (which she received from Make A Wish). Hooray for baths (with bubbles)!

    I still smile thinking of our short time together on the Island with Dalton, Tallula, and Kendal.

    Hugs from Michigan,

    Jane Klingenberg

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    • NiHaoYall says

      September 8, 2012 at 7:10 PM

      Hey Jane! I know, it was such fun meeting up on Shamian Island πŸ™‚ Hope all is going well with Kendal and that she’s getting settled in and is sleeping better!

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  16. kristi says

    September 8, 2012 at 9:26 PM

    So happy for Jude! And I’m betting that it will be on the days side too. He seems to be a determined little guy!

    By the way, Vivienne just about took my breath away in that top photo. She looks so much older…even sorta looked like Sophie at first glance.

    You’ve got just the most adorable kids ~ but I bet you don’t need me to tell you that!

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