Perspective - evening 8/31/23

This was part of my post from a week ago. God is Freaking Amazing and so is Justin!

God Loves Justin!

Morning 8/24

Steve and I both stayed at home last night. I had to stop by my office so came in to the hospital in time for PT/OT. Apparently Justin had a good night sleep or some vitamins or something. He was sitting on the edge of the bed and was able to lift his right leg on his own to put it in bed!!!! OMGosh! He was able to squeeze with his right hand more than he has this whole time, and had to squeeze both Steve and I after he was working with the therapist to show us. He was also kicking at a ball above his leg, with the right leg, and counting out loud with them, one, two kick

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  1. AnonymousAugust 31, 2023 at 10:17 PM

    God loves Justin David

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  2. AnonymousAugust 31, 2023 at 10:42 PM

    And we love you too! Prayers from Mari and Dwight

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  3. The RussellsSeptember 1, 2023 at 8:17 AM

    Praying for continued healing ❤️🙏🏼

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  4. Dani AdamsSeptember 1, 2023 at 6:26 PM

    So awesome to see Justin’s amazing progress! God is so good. Praying for all of you. For Justin - praying through Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” God has a plan for Justin’s life. So beautiful to see God at work in him.

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