The past couple of weeks, we have gone back to the basics.
We decided that Cliff needs a little support so he can walk farther and build endurance.
So as usual, we came up with the "perfect" balance (for now).
Cliff wears his braces for 2-3 hours a day when he is most active.
They help give him the support he needs.
Balance.
It is so important.
And the Boy did wonderful.
He was able to perform the exercises that were so difficult for him right after his surgery with ease now.
Leg lifts.
This is still challenging for Cliff, but soon he will be able to crank these out with no problem.
Side stepping.
He is getting stronger everyday.
Check out Cliff's new kicks.
Yep.
Lightning McQueen and Mater kicks.
And yes the do light up. As ugly as they are, the Boy believes he can walk faster in these shoes - so as much as they drive me nuts, he wears them everyday now.
Stepping up.
He can actually do this now with out being scared.
He is strong, courageous, amazing.
Cliff is learning to open doors.
Taking initiative to complete everyday tasks that just a few months ago he was unable to perform.
And every time he accomplishes what seems like a very basic task to us,
this is the look on his face.
Pride.
After a hard PT session, Cliff is now able to walk down the ramp...
...and to our car!
He is amazing.
Cliff is living proof of God's love for us.
Ciff is a miracle.
Amen, sista! He is amazing and a precious miracle. And can I also say how absolutely handsome he is with his pink polo? Um...he will be a ladies man one day for sure! :)
ReplyDeleteLove, love that sweet boy! j
ReplyDeleteOh how sweet that he just knows that those lightening and mater shoes make him go faster! What a sweetie!!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh what I sweet boy! I need to read up on your story :) PRAYING for you guys!
ReplyDeleteAmen! Just reading gave me goosebumps! What a little champion. It makes me smile and my heart burst with happiness seeing him achieving so much. I know I'm only new to your blog, but as a mummy, I know only too well how exciting "firsts" are - and even more so for you.
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S&R xo
oh my adorable! and what a good mom you are! I am loving the cars shoes :) I am dropping by to let you know that I featured your amazing idea of spray painting vinyl I just had to share it some more on my this weeks pinterest loves #9 on my blog. Go check it out! leave a comment, grab a button and follow. Love your ideas :)
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I love seeing pics of Cliff doing so well!
ReplyDeleteNoah has learned to open the chain lock on our front door! We had to install another one up higher where he can't reach it so we can keep him inside. Kinda scary (but good at the same time) that he is learning to do so much!
He is so precious! You can see the look of determination and pride in his face. What wonderful pictures of a brave little guy.
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