*Maddy wrote this special message:
" Hello, Today I am giving thanks to all of the nice nurses and people in the hospital. Thank you for being there for me."
Growing up, every night as we got ready for bed we would give our Mom & Dad three kisses. I think that it was because it meant, I. Love. You. 143
Now with Maddy unable to speak, we have worked out a wonderful way for her to tell us she loves us. 143.
I don't think that I can begin to put into words the way my heart feels when I am able to look into Maddy's big blue eyes. I can imagine that this feeling is 100 times greater for her Mom, Dad, & Sister. The feeling of love and the most sincere feeling of gratitude is overwhelming. She is alive and getting stronger each day. The feeling of pride I have is enormous.
Maddy continued to have sprints throughout the day, working her lungs to get them strong and cleared up. And, as many of you already know, she walked yesterday! It was truly amazing! Way to go Maddy!
Maddy is off to a wonderful start today! She's in physical therapy now working on walking and cruising around in her super cool wheelchair. Maddy is blowing us all away by her strength and determination! She Rocks!
Complete strangers, here at the hospital who have children in the ICU unit cheer her on as well. In fact, a woman just shared with me how cool it was to see her walk and commented on how very pretty she is with her big blue eyes and ponytails. I have to agree that our Maddy is quite the hot babe!
Another super cool surprise was in the cafeteria at Sacred Heart and there was Maddy's bright smile on a display poster! AWESOME! It sure did make Madelyn feel special. Thank you Sacred Heart!
Many continued thanks to all of you who continue to log on each day and share your special words of encouragement with Maddy and our family. It really does brighten Maddy's day and we are so appreciative. We also want to thank all of you who continue to pray and share your love with all of us. Thank you. And, thank you to those of you who continue to keep us fat & sassy with your yummy food and treats! Thank you!!!
It's nice to see that big smile Maddy, I've missed it.
ReplyDeleteI love you.
- Jeannine
Maddy,
ReplyDeleteFirst, as always...You Rock! I love to see you smile every time I tell you that.
Thanks for being such a super strong kid. I love you SO much and can't wait to hang out with you and your sister again soon!
If it looked like I was gonna cry this morning, it's because I was!!! I was the proudest Aunt in the whole world watching you walk! Way to Go Mad!!! Keep up the AWESOME job!!!!
1 4 3!!!!!!
Catch my kiss!
Maddy
ReplyDeleteYou are doing so good and i can't waite to see you.We all miss you and we can't to see you.I have been praying for you eveday.You are inproving everday and we are soo prod of you!I LOVE YOU! You rock!!!
love whitney
Dear Maddy,
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Gramma J.
Maddy, what an awesome sight, seeing you walk. God is so good. We continue to keep you in our prayers. You are such an inspiration to us, how you never give up. Way to go Maddy!
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Leo and Becky Wilson
Good Job Maddy! You Rock!!!!!!! Maddy my family and I 1 4 3 you so much. Well Get Well soon. 1 4 3.
ReplyDeleteElizabeth & Family
Hey maddy, I like the idea of how to talk to your family! We all miss you from school, we can't wait till you can have visitors! And untill you get out. We miss you a lot and have you in are thoughts and prayers.
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Kaitlyn Holland
Hi Maddy!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you're doing better. Do you know what makes me think of you? When I see an untied shoe! I know that you never wanted to tie your shoes. When I was practicing at soccer yesterday I was really missing you as I saw your team and was wishing I saw you there, too. I know that you'll be up and going there soon because your progress is going well. Maddy, I'm very glad you're doing well. Everybody in the hospital must be taking good care of you and your mom and dad must have a lot of good patience to sleep there for a long time as you say. Happy Easter Maddy. I hope to see you soon.
Love, Courtney
Hi Johnson clan!
ReplyDeleteWe are so thrilled to catch up on the blog tonight - it's been awhile since we've had a chance to read. Thanks be to Jesus and your family perseverance that she has come so far. Way to go Maddy! We are encouraged and glowing on your behalf.
Let me know when we can cook again for you or any fun and tangible thing that will help you feel brightened in this time. We adore you all and continue to pray expectantly! Happy Easter - He is risen, indeed!
Blessings-
The Herringtons
Hi Maddy,
ReplyDeleteI am so happy to hear that you are up and about tearing up the ICU!!! You are truly one of a kind. Matt and Allison have been eating up my popcicles everyday so that I will jump on your blog page and tell you their jokes. Since I wasn't able to get on your blog page yesterday, I have a few jokes for you all at once. Here goes.......
What bird is always sad?
A bluebird Ha!!
What did the announcer name his son?
Mike!!!
What do you call a piece of wood with nothing to do?
Board!! Ha!!
I hope these put a smile on your face.
Keep up the GREAT progress!!!!
Kare, Bob and Mallory if you guys need anything, just give me a ring!!
Until next time!
Lynette
Hi Maddy,
ReplyDeleteWow girl, you are looking so great and working so hard. I like the 143, that is awesome.
I am just bursting with joy at how well you are doing!! Keep up the hard work Maddy!!
God Bless, Julie S.