Alex graduated...

From physical therapy that is.

We've gone from these adorable
curly feet...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To these beautiful, straight and strong tootsies!

Of course, this long road has not ended yet.  He has to wear his AFO's M-W-F and the Ponseti brace at night.  His exercises are essentially just playing hard, no problem there!  He's also in a gymnastics class that has been fantastic for building his strength and balance, when he's not in a time out for pushing other kids off the balance beam.  

 

We'll see his dr in a couple of months and his physical therapist in March so we just maintain, maintain, maintain!  I'd like to never see another cast on his legs again!  

Dear Daddy,

As I sit here listening to your breath slowly fade away, I remember.

I remember the adventures we had when I was little when we lived in places that most people will never have the opportunity to even visit.

I remember whenever you had to fly to the States, you would always bring me new books and stuffed animals.

I remember exploring Colorado when we moved here and all the adventures we went on together.

I remember what a rotten teenager I was and how I wished you were there more for me.

I remember as I got older what a huge support you were to me.  You supported me and loved me unconditionally.

I remember how happy and proud you were when I stepped off the airplane holding your grandchildren.

I remember all the visits and long stays in the hospital and rehab.  It was so hard to see you so sick and hopeless.

I remember how full of hope and love and happiness you were 5 days ago when you were with your grandkids.

I remember the total love you had for mom.

Goodbye for now daddy.

I'll always love you.

I'll always remember.

Love, 

Reggie Lynn