Johanna (Cataholic) & Sister Jessica continue to Request Prayers for young Samantha

[gini]

Nothing quite brings me to tears as easily as a Sammy update.

I cannot tell you how thrilled I am that we can read about such incredible progress being made.

May God continue to be with you each step of the way.

[prechrswife]

I was just thinking about Sammy the other day, so the update came at a perfect time. It is good to see her making so much progress.

[Cinder & Smoke]

Friday, April 14, 2006 at 09:19 PM EDT



We checked into Cinti Shriner's Wednesday afternoon, and came home early this morning;
the surgery was yesterday morning, and it went fine.
Sam has a pin that will be removed from her finger next Friday,
and a big splint on her left arm that will be downsized next week as well.
The plastic surgeon grafted some skin from her groin to use on her hand,
and it usually heals quickly. After a couple weeks or so, she should be splint-free.

She can't use her walker for a while,
but we hope to help her w/her legs during this recovery period,
mainly so she stays used to the idea of having legs and being "up."
She doesn't seem to be in any pain, but I know she hates dragging that splint around everywhere.

She was happy to come home; she kept saying, "go home, see Daddy."
Her plastic surgeon said her skin was looking pretty good as well.
She received lots of presents and an Easter basket from Shriner's,
and enjoyed their playroom the day before surgery.

I will post a couple of post-op pics of her.

She can return to preschool Monday,
as long as she avoids "rough play and contact sports."
No football and hockey for Sam for a while!

Hope everyone enjoys a nice Easter weekend.

Thanks,
Jessica



Walking - with a little assistance >>>



"She's not happy - but she's Trying!!"



Riding on the Hospital's Cart - a favorite activity!



HAPPY EASTER, Sammy!!

[poofy]

Happy Easter Little One..

[sasvermont]

Boy, these photos brought tears to my eyes, for sure. Such a brave little girl and such wonderful parents.

Happy Easter to all from Camp Vermont.

[Randi]

I'm so glad to hear about this progress - what a trooper Sammy is! Seeing the pictures of her smiling face is wonderful.

I will be sending positive thoughts to sweet little Sammy and her family, and hope she'll be spoiled for the rest of her life.

Happy Easter girl! You deserve the biggest Easter egg there is.

[Barbara]

Sammy- you rock! I still can't believe how happy you can look at us.
I understand well that walking with these things is not that much exciting- but it will be nothing compared to what you've been through.

Wish you a good visit of the Easter bunny

[DJFyrewolf36]

I'm glad to see and update! I'm still amazed at little Sammys progress.

I've been keeping up with this since day one and it makes me happy to see how well things are going for Sammy now.

Her continued good health will be in my prayers

[sasvermont]

Oh Sammy, you dear heart you. You are my hero.

We are all so happy that you have been doing so nicely. We all love you and want only the BEST for you.

Happy Halloween to you! What are you going to be this Halloween? A princess? A kitty? We would love to see photos.

Love and hugs from Sallyanne and all the campers!

[Cataholic]

Her pig tails remind me of waterfalls. When she moves, they shimmy a little bit, too! She was all over the place yesterday, into toys, toys, and more toys. She did sing a little for us, too, nearly falling off the chair in her holiday exuberance! Jingle Bells was quite a hit!

[ramanth]

How wonderful to hear.

[Barbara]

Oh Miss Samantha- you look all grown up!
Not having seen you for some months makes so much of a difference.
What a pretty and smart girl you are