We are home! Grace was great with physical therapist and so brave-she was apprehensive because of the pain but she did all that the therapist asked.
When we got home some friends and neighbors had a little impromptu welcome home party and started clapping and yelling encouragement as Grace got out of the car. Those that know Grace know that she didn't exactly join in the middle of the party but I can tell you it is something I think she will remember for a very long time. I know I will remember it because I know that these friends have known, prayed for, and encouraged Grace so many times before and are so geniunely excited for her.
We will no doubt have hard days in front of us helping Grace get through painful days and working through soreness but the welcome was a great way to start it off.
We have enjoyed the messages, posts, emails, and messages. Apologies as our response has no doubt been sporadic at best. Know that we feel loved and very much appreciate your support. For these first few days home, please know that while Grace would no doubt love to see friends, it would be best if she rests as she is supposed to be up for only a short period every couple of hours. So you might call and confirm that it is a good time before dropping by.
If are praying that Grace continues to progress over the next 2 weeks, if so, she might be able to make a short visit to school before it lets out for summer. It might be brief but we are hopeful...
Kevin
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Kevin and Carrie,
ReplyDeleteThe blog was a GREAT idea. Thanks so much for sharing your words and the pictures of Grace. You are all in our prayers and thoughts all day long; we miss you, and are so happy that Grace seems to be doing so well, so soon.
Love,
Brett, Isela and Brett Jr.
Carrie and Kevin,
ReplyDeletePlease know the McDougal Family continues to pray for healing and minimal pain for Grace. Truby has kept us all informed of your prayer request and challenges shared at Summit this Spring. So thankful you have this blog now to let us know how we can continue to pray specifically with each milestone. In Christ, Truby, Kendra and the girls.
Dear Gracie and Family,
ReplyDeleteWe are so pleased that this surgery is behind you now! We are praying for you (and your whole family) that you will all feel peace and comfort in your heart. (comfort in your back and elbow would be good, too!) I hope you and your folks are able to rest better now that you are at home in your own beds. We will keep praying :)
Love to you and your family,
The Forbes Family
(Cathy, John, Sarah Grace & Matthew)