Day 47, Amber’s Way

~ Caron Smith

Amber had an AWESOME day!

Getting ready this morning Amber chose her Supergirl pajamas, which basically set the bar for the rest of the day.

In PT with Ms. Lauren and Ms. Amanda, she blew their socks off by not only walking 100 feet with the walker and some assistance but when we went down to the gym on Floor 6, she walked UP and DOWN 4 steps, TWICE! Once assisted with Ms. Lauren and the last with me. 16 steps!

Then in OT with Ms. Caitlin, Amber MOVED her LEFT ARM and HAND! I kid you not! Amber’s been squeezing our fingers a little bit the past few days with her left hand but this was just amazing! She has a long way to go, like the way her left leg and foot were but, wow . . . just wow!

Amber’s Way: She’s Determined, Strong-Willed, Tough, and Ready To Get This Thing DONE. *~* She’s SUPER AMBER GRACE *~*

And to end the day, more great news. We got the word from Dr. Martin that Thursday — This Thursday, is the day Amber should be able to come home! Furthermore, how coincidental and appropriate that this Thursday is also Ascension Thursday; when Jesus’ body ascended into Heaven — He went home too!

Amber is on her way, fast and furious. The evidence is clear just how BIG her fighting spirit is — more than ever, especially with a discharge date only a few days away. Amber has proved which way she wants to go, and go she shall!

I will leave you with a fitting quote that was posted up in the Post-Op room last Thursday:

Good, better, best. Never let it rest.

‘Til your good is better and your better is best.

– St. Jerome

14 thoughts on “Day 47, Amber’s Way”

  2. There’s no place like HOME 😊 I love that she’s off to a great start and it’s only Monday! 😎Amber, with your determination and God’s strength, you are a force to be reckoned with!

  5. Tremendous! Amber is a total inspiration! Go, go, go!!!!!

  9. So happy to hear about Amber’s going home day! This has been such a long road for all of you and we continue to send prayers to our merciful God to strengthen you all. We also pray for Amber to be healed and strengthened.

  10. Wonderful news, Amber!!! What a glorious day to come home on Ascension Thursday! We can’t wait to see you!
    God bless you.

  11. Awesome day and awesome news! Her spirits will be so much higher when she gets home and snuggles with Rea!!!

  12. SO COOL! Please let us know if there is anything that y’all would like and you know, we will be there.
    You rule Ms.Amber Grace

  13. Oh yeah, oh yeah, oh yeah….we’ll take those small movements for sure!! Taking those victories when we can baby!!
    I can’t believe she is going home. So frickin happy!! In her own bed with Rea by her side. She must be so excited. We’ll need that picture of her smiling face in the car!!
    Love you guys and miss you even more!!!

  14. Yay!!!! This is awesome news!!! I am so happy that your family will all be together at home 💗

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