May 26th - 2 Weeks Post-Op Early and Difficult Steps
July 9th (just shy of 2 Months Post-Op) 10:39 AM- Giving up the Walker for Ski Poles
July 9th 10:46 AM Giving up the ski poles and nearing the summit
What can we say: Donovan has continued to amaze everyone with his determination and progress! It's hard to believe how much has happened and how little we've shared over these past four weeks since his homecoming. But it's been quite time consuming to be at Mary Free Bed every day Monday through Friday and fit in the follow-up appointments with his various specialists and support specialties (therapist, orthotist, etc.).
Last Friday, the 4th of July, we had a fabulous family day on the shores of Lake Michigan. Along with some friends we spent the day playing in the water, sand, and the resorts putt putt course before heading to White Lake to watch the fireworks from the water. Thank you Mark and Dianne!
It was a beautiful day and so fun for all the kids but the most memorable moments were seeing Donovan free standing in sand while keeping his balance and then to our amazement, playing a hole of putt putt with no assistance.... no walker, no Mom or Dad's hand, no wall or piece of furniture to grab or lean on, no support! He was so
focused on getting the ball in the hole that he didn't seem to notice that he was walking,
swinging, and even turning freely.
That was five days before the video (above) of him walking up the hill and the first of his true free walking. Everyone is amazed! We hear it from his therapists, our friends, and even other Mary Free Bed staff and families who have seen us through all our visits over this past month.
So thank you one more time for your prayers! Ours are continuing to be answered right before our eyes.
