First Steps, Take 2

Well, she did it!!! Last night at church Caroline was walking all over the gym holding on to our fingers. I decided to bait her by holding her paci out in front of her--and it worked. She took 2 tiny, wobbly little steps all by herself! They were the best little steps I've ever seen. "The LORD has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy." -Ps. 126:3

More Good News

Caroline is brace free!!! About 10 days ago Dr. Martus called us & said she could stop wearing it during the day. We were surprised but happy, and have really enjoyed not having to mess with that thing while she's awake. Today she had another x-ray. The hip looks great, and he said we can stop using the brace altogether! Hooray! It is so hard to believe she is contraption-free, for the time being anyway. Maybe now she'll start sleeping through the night again... He also watched her "walk" (holding on to my hands) and said it looked good. Her left hip is still very tight & stiff--he called it "contracture"--but said it's to be expected & will loosen up over time. We're hoping now her mobility will continue to increase so she can start preschool on Aug. 13 (yay Miss Julie!) Please lift up a prayer of praise on our behalf for this wonderful milestone.