Stairs

[The Kleins, Tempe, AZ]

I remember when Phoebe was learning to climb the stairs.
I was afraid I'd have to carry her. When she finally learned to climb up, she wouldn't come down. I told Jess, "She's never going to learn how to do stairs."
Jess responded that she will if we gave her time.
Today, after a little time, Jesse climbed stairs! He was so proud of himself. Nephew Phil was there to capture the moment on his cell..
While I had a room of fifth graders shouting and filled with end of the year hyperactivity, I am pulling my hair out and I missed Jess's climb. What a great day for him!

I left after school and headed up with his "running" shoes. I'll bet he'll have better stability than his hospital socks.
We had dinner together and Frank and Kathy joined us. Unaccompanied by his drip or walker, Jess came to the 4th floor lobby with us, sat in the comfy chairs and had a nice visit.
How about that?

It is late for me and Phoebe is cuddled in bed.
More later.

Doodle Kisses and sweet dreams, J, J, P, and H

[Nicole Wayne]

Yippee! Mazie and I are absolutely thrilled for your whole family! What a big step!

[Yvonne, Riley, Murphy and Luca]

That is the most FANTASTIC news! Can I have the tissues next Carole?

[Carole (*Koda*Monty*Bindi)]

What a glorious day for ALL of you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and pass the tissues please Beverly

[Beverly Wright]

Janet,
Oh goodness.........when I saw this picture I just sobbed!!! Seeing Jess makes our answered prayers sooooo real!!!! This is great to see him!!!! We are all so pround. I cannot wait to see each day's progress! Love, hugs, and doodle kisses.
bev

[Zoe, Benny and Tyler]

Janet, how wonderful. I am so proud of Jesse that he is fighting so hard and taking small steps every day. And I am proud of you that you have the strength to go through this situation and still are able to write these great blogs. Can't wait for tomorrow to read about Jesse's new little steps he takes in his recovery process.
Doodlehugs and kisses from Benny and Zoe