Eleven years ago, our youngest daughter was diagnosed with scoliosis. Our oldest has also dealt with this condition. Seven years ago, our youngest began to wear a brace and that process lasted almost seven years. A year and a half ago, it became obvious that surgery was extremely likely in her future.
The first miracle was to get her through her growth spurt, so that surgery would only have to happen once. We are grateful for that miracle. The second miracle happened last Friday. After weeks of being scheduled and also timed following a piano guild annual evaluation, toward the end of school, and two months before her brother's wedding, the surgery took place.
Our family received tremendous support. Family members travelled from afar, and church family surrounded us. Five hours after taking her to the operating room, one of her surgeons came out and indicated that it was complete, and all went according to plan. What we discovered later that day we will never forget.
Kathy was the first to see her and happened to see the X-ray from post-op. God had worked a miracle in our daughter's back. The results were exceptional. He used two of the finest surgeons we've ever met. They were humble, and strong. The hospital staff was great. Today we brought her home. It is the greatest memorial day we have ever had.
To Dr. Stephen Albanese, who has cared for her for 11 years, and Dr. William Lavelle, we say a sincere thanks. To our family and friends, we are deeply indebted. To our church family, we love you so much. To all who prayed for her and for us through these days, we could never thank you enough. It was indeed the greatest gift you gave us.
To our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, you are faithful. Always. To you be all the glory. You are the one true living God. You are great and you are good. This was one big test. You created one brave girl. We are grateful.
Beautiful!
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