Joseph has an appointment on April 6 with Dr. Standard. Grandma and Papaw are going with us this time! We are getting close to the point of having to make some decisions on surgeries, so this is just a check up before we finalize anything. The tentative plan is to have some joint reconstruction this summer. My prayer is that the dr. only recommends reconstructing Joseph's ankle with a surgery called the "super ankle". It is possible that Dr. Standard will also want to reconstruct his knee and hip...which means a body cast for quite a few weeks, doesn't sound like much fun!
After Baltimore we are going to go to Charlesltown WV and Washington D.C. Joe is so excited! I'm glad that our family can find ways to get excited about these trips, because it is stressful and emotional preparing for them. I'm also thankful for our parents who are willing to go along on the trips so that we can continue on this adventure as a family. We didn't want Caitlyn and Jack to feel like they were being "left behind" when we took Joseph to appointments. I think that Joseph really benefits from having them around too, he adores them!
i know he will do great with all of you there!! you are such a strong family and will get through this with flying colors!! love you all and can't wait to hear more updates!!
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That is so great to take to whole family. I find for me that while I'm at the doctor's appointments that I feel strong and "stable." After I return home for a while I usually have an emotional day where I break down for a bit. I always think I'm handling it fine and then a few days after returning it all hits me. This really is such an emotional journey but so great to know that there is an end in sight. Blessings to you all!
ReplyDeleteDarci, it sure is an emotional roller coaster. Most days, I am completely confident in our plan and know that everything will work out...but I've had some of my own "break down days" too. Love your profile picture!!!
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