Yesterday, Max got braces for his legs. The main goal is to develop an arch on his flat feet, which would make it easier for him to walk. When they first put them on him, he protested quite a bit because it forces his foot into a position that's pretty uncomfortable for him. I was a little nervous about whether or not he'd get used to them, but it didn't take long. He now wears them all day without any complaint! I'm so proud of Max for working so hard, and looking forward to the day he walks by himself. I had a moment of weakness yesterday after a conversation with his therapist about whether or not he will walk. I left Shriner's feeling pretty upset and started playing with the idea that, for the sake of my emotions, just accepting the fact that Max will be in a wheelchair the rest of his life. I felt like the ups and downs were driving me mad and preventing me from doing my job as a mom. I was reprimanded quite a bit when I spilled my guts to Matt last night. He helped me realize that I need to have more faith because Max WILL WALK if we want him to. I now believe that he will with all my heart. I'm so grateful for Matt, for his determination and strength. We have a pretty special boy to raise, and I could not be more thankful for that.
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
New accessories for Max
Posted by Maryann at 6:33 PM
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That is so exciting! He is too adorable! Maryann, if anything, you are the best mom and Max came to you for a REASON! You are a wonderful person and can do this! And we are all behind you to help you and support you! I can't wait for the day that he walks! It will be an amazing day, filled with tears, I'm sure! We love you and your whole little family!
GO MAX!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)
Maryann,
You are amazing! Max is so lucky to have you and Matt as his parents. He is a determined little boy and with all the love and support from you and his extended family he will succeed in whatever he puts his mind to! We love you all so much! We have ALL been blessed to have Max as a part of our lives. He is constantly teaching us!
I am so inspired by Max. He is such a light to my days, and he has the most amazing spirit. He is so smart, and he could make even the most unpleasant person crack a smile. I could go on and on about Max Alan, but my point is that he is who he is because of you, Nan. Max is as lucky to have you as much as you are to have him.
You know I have always said you are the most incredible mom for those boys. And you know those boys are my heart. SOOOO grateful they have you- you have them, and WE have you all!!
GO MAX!
Maryann,
You inspire me! You need to give yourself more credit though. You have a lot of determination and strength too; if not, you wouldn't have been blessed with a child as special as Max. He truly is blessed to have the two of you as parents.
Thanks for the fun birthday party tonight! Max is the best, he just brightens all of our lives. I loved what Matt said tonight. We have faith and will be praying!You are amazing Maryann, I don't know how you do it all. You are quite the inspiration to me and a great example! I love having you for a sister-in-law!
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