Saturday, June 2, 2012

June 2

One month and two days ago Leanne was in emergency, and we didn't really know what was going on.  Now she is able to speak, transfer from her wheelchair on her own, mostly dress herself, and WALK. Yes, she's actually walking! Yesterday her grandparents picked her up from Toronto and when she got home she got out of the car, walked up the porch steps and into the house. Talk about  miracles! Does she do it as easily as we do? Well, she does need someone or something (her sling) to support her right arm so it doesn't drop too hard, her balance still needs working on, and her right foot tends to cross in front of her left, making it easy for her to trip, but she did do it all by herself. Apparently she had started walking using a bar on Monday, and it was only Friday  that she actually  started on her own. The therapist warned me not to let her do too much walking-overconfidence could have disastrous results. But she told me it was entirely possible that Leanne could climb up the stairs to her room by next week. The Lord is good!
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  1. UnknownJune 2, 2012 at 3:47 PM

    This made my day, I can only imagine how ecstatic you all are, especially Leanne! I guess this means it's time to plan that party, I thought you were joking when you told me to give it a week so that we'd both be walking on the beach! But I shouldn't have doubted you ;)
    Can't wait to see you again! <3
    jenn

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  2. bergsmafamilyJune 2, 2012 at 4:17 PM

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  3. bergsmafamilyJune 2, 2012 at 4:23 PM

    This is so wonderful! What a blessing and encouragement for all of you. Numerous prayers have gone up for Leanne and all the family. Love, uncle Dirk and Aunt Annemarie

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  4. Mom DJune 2, 2012 at 5:14 PM

    Good news indeed! We continue to uphold you in our prayers and pray for a complete return to health and strength. The progress thus far is amazing and we give thanks to our Heavenly Father. May you have a very blessed time together this weekend/week start.

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  5. The DeHaan'sJune 2, 2012 at 5:39 PM

    We are so thankful for the great progress! You are so right - the Lord is good, all glory to His name! You were determined to walk this weekend Leanne and you did - what a Blessing. Keep up your determination and the smiles that go with it, they are a joy to see.

    Uncle Wilco and Aunt Julie and children.

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  6. MariaJune 2, 2012 at 6:21 PM

    Wow, that is amazing news. So thankful!
    Maria Bout

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  7. mom in the northJune 2, 2012 at 7:58 PM

    What wonderful news! The Lord is indeed good!!!!
    Uncle Hank and Aunt Karin and kidlets

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  8. AnonymousJune 2, 2012 at 8:11 PM

    Great work, Leanne! So happy for your family as they watch your progress. We really enjoyed visiting you this past week and are happy that you can enjoy your weekend at home again. Keep up the steady progress and we'll see you soon (I'm sure our girls will see you sooner than soon.....but we'll try to visit you in TO again too). Mr & Mrs T & girls

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  9. emJune 2, 2012 at 8:19 PM

    Amazing! Keep up the hard work Leanne! Our prayers continue with many others for your recovery and we're so thankful to hear good news again! Enjoy your time together at home. Praise God for his many blessing!

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  10. NatashaJune 3, 2012 at 8:23 AM

    Wow! That's great - hope you're having a good weekend at home :)

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  11. Liz OostdykJune 3, 2012 at 10:49 AM

    Wow, what great news, walking after one month!! With further therapy things will continue to improve. God has been the great physician here but also hard work on Leanne's part. She is in a good place for the rest of the recovery though. Amazing. Will continue to remember the family in prayer.
    Uncle Bill and aunt Liz

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  12. AnonymousJune 3, 2012 at 11:23 AM

    That is God's Hand, He is with us when we sit down and when we rise.PTL

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  13. martineJune 3, 2012 at 12:32 PM

    wow! Leanne, that's amazing! so good to hear! keep it up! <3

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  14. CarmenJune 3, 2012 at 4:51 PM

    What amazing progress! We're so thankful that you are doing so well, Leanne, and pray for continued recovery. Keep up the good work!

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  15. TBHJune 4, 2012 at 9:29 AM

    Wonderful news, Leanne! You are a plucky and brave girl in the face of difficulties. Praying that your progress continues. Way to go!!

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  16. mom in the northJune 5, 2012 at 11:19 PM

    For Sale: Guitar - cheap; no strings attached!

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  17. janeJune 6, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    we took your chicken . . . .
    a.jane

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  18. janeJune 6, 2012 at 8:16 PM

    and made it home without stabbing a truck

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  19. AnonymousJune 8, 2012 at 8:44 PM

    What a blessing! Keep up the hard work!
    We thank God for His goodness, and we will continue
    to remember you and your family in our prayers.
    The Bos Family

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  20. julie ferreiraJune 25, 2012 at 8:23 AM

    So wonderful to hear how WELL you are progressing Leanne~ what a strong and determined girl you are !! You will continue to be in prayers !! Keeping holding tight to your dreams and walk boldly in their direction, with God leading the way !! Love, The Ferreira Family

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