Reese and I stepped outside today and the weather was gloomy and a bit chilly. Reese did not seem to mind the morning breeze. We traveled down the windy road on our normal route to the clinic. I talked to her the entire time in the car. She never once opened her eyes but smiled and made some sounds to let me know she was listening. I thought for a moment today was going to be a bright day despite the weather outside.
Inside the clinic, Reese had her first feeding and things started out good. The feedings throughout the day continue to get better. By the end of the day, Reese was opening her mouth before she was asked to. This made my heart smile!
I met a few of the mom's today, who already when through the day treatment with their children. I actually spoke with one of these women before attending the clinic. Her name is Trish and she has a three year old son named Tyler. I remember her telling me how hard the first two weeks were for her. Trish was the person who inspired me to come to St Josephs and get help for our daughter.
Here are some pictures of Reese and her friends at the clinic. Each person is special to her. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication. You make a difference in the lives of all these young children.
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Trish,
Almost another week down and by this time tomorrow night - you and Reese will be home for the weekend and with Daddy and the boys - yeah.
The blog and the pictures are great and inspiring - I hope wiritng about Reese sessions are helpful and therapeutic for you - she is doing great and so are you!
See you soon,
Denise
Hi Reese & Trish,
Well today ends your second week at the clinic at look at the progress you have made. How Wonderful. We love the pictures of Reese and all her friends. I know you are looking forward to coming home and hopefully next week you will see more improvement with Reese. She is a strong little girl and only good things will happen for her. Keep up the good work and enjoy your weekend with Daddy and the boys. We Love & Miss you and hope to see you soon.
Love & Kisses,
Aunt Adele * Uncle Tony
trish reese looks as if she is happy with everything that she is doing.I think all our prayers and the clinic is great. god bless. U.Dan....
Hey there party girl,
No wonder you made all of these new friends. You are just THAT cute, who wouldn't want to hang out with you. Keep up the good work!
xoxo
Hi Reese and Trish,
I haven't written in a few days, but it sure seems like Reese is coming along very well. I enjoyed the photos of Reese and her friends. I can't believe you are going into the 3rd week already. Can you believe she is opening her mouth on her own? Wow! She is a smart little girl. Have a good weekend with your family. I am looking forward to your writings next week.
Talk to you soon,
Doris
Trish
Lea and I have you and Reese in our thoughts and our prayers. We talk of the love and commitment you have to your family. Reese knows the love you have for her through these difficult times.
When times are tough, I think of these words below. See you soon.
Dan & Lea, Caelan, Cara, & Brendan
Footprints in the Sand
One night a man had a dream. He dreamed he was walking along the beach with the LORD.
Across the sky flashed scenes from his life. For each scene he noticed two sets of footprints in the sand: one belonging to him, and the other to the LORD. When the last scene of his life flashed before him, he looked back at the footprints in the sand. He noticed that many times along the path of his life there was only one set of footprints.
He also noticed that it happened at the verylowest and saddest times in his life. This really bothered him and he questioned the LORD about it:
"LORD, you said that once I decided to follow you, you'd walk with me all the way. But I have noticed that during the most troublesome times in my life, there is only one set of footprints. I don't understand why when I needed you most you would leave me.
"The LORD replied:
"My son, my precious child, I love you and I would never leave you. During your times of trial and suffering, when you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you."
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