that I updated our blog!!! SO sorry for not giving an update for the past several weeks. I've been consumed with planning and executing the first weeks of home schooling that I just didn't take time to update our blog (as pitiful as it is - ha). Yea, yea, I know - excuses, excuses.....:)
Anyway, we are all doing well and Jaydon is (of course) exceeding ALL of our expectations! We went back to Shriners this past Wednesday (8/24) for Jaydon to 'try out' his new leg. His leg was in the 'raw' stages of being constructed but will be completed soon and mailed to us in about 7-10 days or so.
He was so excited, as you can imagine, about seeing his 'leg' for the first time. When Phil (the ortho guy) handed him his leg Jaydon whispered, 'wow'. It was precious. He held it, squeezed it, turned it around and checked it out thoroughly. He was one proud little boy!!! He was especially proud of the 5 toes on his new foot - how sweet. We really do take so much for granted don't we?
After the initial 'wow' we headed out to the hallway to give the new leg a go. Needless to say it was not easy for Jaydon. He is used to just hopping up and walking/running wherever he needs/wants to go. His short little leg doesn't slow him down in the least! He is the toughest cookie I know!!!
It will take some time for him to get used to his new prosthetic but that is okay of course. Our plan is to have him walk with it 2-3 hours a day until he gets used to it. The idea is for him to not see it as a burden but a blessing :)
Well, that's all for tonight. I will post pics of the wonderful event soon.
Thanks for ALL of your support and for caring about our family.
Much love and many blessings to you and yours,
Jill
