I know this is sappy but...

If you don't want to read sappy then please disregard this posting.

Tonight I had the chance to speak with another adult while Sara was at basketball practice. I was able to reflect on Sara's ability to touch people and enter into their lives in such a special way. When Sara was first born she stayed with a church member that ran a daycare in her home. Sara turned into their adopted child and when we had to part ways they felt like they were giving back a piece of their family. All of my friends and my parents friends have seen something special in Sara. Even when Sara was blessed as an infant the Lord said that she has a special purpose while she is on this earth. I truly believe this and can see it come true as she interacts with others.

So back to tonight. As I was speaking with this lady and watching Sara I saw how truly blessed I am to be her parent. The Lord has entrusted her to me for rearing and love. I can't imagine why He trusts me so much, but I am very glad that He does. So tonight I was watching her through different eyes. I watched her play and thought about her not being able to walk for the 4 weeks after her surgery this summer. I am relieved that this will only be temporary. I trust that this will benefit her in the long run and throughout the rest of her life. I am so grateful that I am a part of Sara's life and hope that she succeeds in everything that she wants to do. I can't wait to see what the Lord has in store for her and what she'll be able to do with all of her talents.

I am truly blessed to be the mother of such a great child!

Sara and her foot

Well we went to see the orthopaedist today for a recheck on Sara's clubfoot. He was not pleased with what he saw when she walked and has recommended for us to go ahead with the tendon transplant and tibia repositioning. This will occur sometime in August after I finish rotations. She will be in a full length leg cast for 4 weeks after the surgery and confined to a wheelchair for transportation. Then we will go back and she will downgrade to a below the knee cast for another 2 weeks and be able to walk on her own. This is not a shocker to us but we were trying to be optimistic and keep her from undergoing surgery again. I know that this is the best possible thing for her so that she will not have troubles with her feet later in life but I am a little sad because she is going to have to spend the night in the hospital. The surgery will be done at Egleston/Scottish Rite and I know she will have the best of care. I just wanted to update everyone to her status.

HOORAY!!

The day has finally arrived for me!! Today was the absolute last day of OT school classes!! Hooray! All I have left are my clinical rotations and defending my research in August! Graduation is just around the corner. Tonight Darrel took me out to dinner to celebrate at it was absolutely wonderful!!

Great tips for the year

I found this link on another blog but thought it was a great tool for this year. It contains a manual for a years worth of FHE's.

Just click here

Have a great day!!

Freudian Slip I'm Sure

Last night Sara and I were talking about the crucifixion.

Me: "Sara who put Jesus on the Cross?"

Sara: "The Mormons"

Me: "Nooooo...The Romans!!"

We'll have to work on this a little;))

I know I said I wouldn't have time

I know I said I wouldn't have time to post but today I totally need a reprieve from stupid school and school teachers.

Sara has had two basketball practices and we have seen an improvement in her ability to dribble. She even made three baskets independently which made her so excited she could hardly wait to tell her Dad when he came home.

Darrel is working and staying on top of his studies. We have to split time on the computer so that we can each get our work done, but he is putting forth great effort to do well so that he will get into his program. Hopefully we will know by the end of March if he is accepted.

I am 2/3rds finished with this semester. January 23rd couldn't come any sooner!! It only lasts three weeks but with the same amount of work that is in a 15 week semester. That is part of my frustration at this time. I actually spent the first 30 minutes of my lunch break this afternoon trying to get a teacher to take accountability and give appropriate feedback on an assignment. And I didn't even receive a poor grade. It was just the principle of the matter that we are required to be professional and thorough but apparently there is a double standard (as in every thing) and people flee when questioned about accountability.

However, I am really excited about my rotation placements in February and in May which is cause for celebration. The past two years seem to have gone by too fast and now I am doing the whole "hurry up and wait" thing. But that too will end and I can only wonder where I will end up.

I'll do my best to take pictures or attempt to figure out how to post a video clip of Sara playing basketball during the season. She is so proud of her small accomplishments that she has already made and I know she'll want a record of her childhood.

I now feel more relaxed since taking this small break and now I am heading to organize our common areas and get dinner started. YAY...;)

Just real quick

I just wanted to share my good news that my first rotation site has finally been confirmed! It's a good thing too because we were down to less than one month before clinicals begin. Anyway, I will be close to home at a pediatric facility working with precious babies in their homes, in the schools, and in the clinic! Prayers have been answered!!

Thanks for reading this and celebrating with me!
Amanda

The New Year

I just wanted to let everyone know that this month will probably not be a month of many blogs/posting. Between my hectic schedule, Darrel working, going to school, and Church callings, and Sara playing Basketball we are just strapped for time. I'll post pictures as I get them and will do better once January is over and I don't have any more classes.

I wish everyone a very Happy and Prosperous New Year!!
Amanda