For the past two weeks, Cliff has been going to The Therapy Place for THREE hours of intense physical activity – this program is called Conductive Education. Everyday when I walk in to pick him up, I see this:
Even after three whole hours of sweating and working very hard, he is smiling, happy, excited, proud.
Krisztina is AMAZING! She is loves these children as if they were her own (you can see it on her face, look at the way she is looking at Cliff in all of these pictures – we heart her!). She has FAITH in these littles, when other’s say “no he can’t” she confidently says “yes he can!” – and you know what? YES HE CAN! She is wonderful and Cliff loves her to pieces (I think he may have a little crush)!
Check out who can stand with minimal support with his hands down – the natural “reflex” for Cliff is to pull his hands up to his chest for balance, but not anymore!
Flat feet – most of us do not even think about the importance of this, but for Cliff, this is huge, amazing and super exciting for him!
Cliff’s new trick – Totally supporting himself and balancing too!
And look at what he is doing now…
Cliff is working on standing up from squatting – I was fighting back tears when I saw him do this. This takes tremendous strength and balance.
This boy is amazing.
We are so, so, SO proud of Cliff!
I wanted to share with you a few Bible Verses that we share with Cliff:
Jesus replied, “What is impossible with men is possible with God.”
Luke 18:27
I can do everything through him who gives me strength.
Philippians 4:13
My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.
2 Corinthians 12:9
… but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
Isaiah 40:31
God is soooo wonderful to us.
Watching Cliff overcome the hardships that come with Cerebral Palsy, we are witnessing God’s work right before our eyes.
We are so thankful for all of our blessings.
thanks for sharing natalie!! i am crying now
such a precious child.. Hollis
This post was an amazing one! Thank you for sharing your journey with us! I love watching his progress, and his smiles are priceless!
I loved the verses you shared at the end of this story. Seeing them afresh through Cliff's life encourages me to persevere and overcome the adversities in my own life.
–Stephanie H.
I just found your blog, and I'm loving it! Cliff is so darling–what a handsome little guy! I'm a new follower and I'm excited to see more of your creativity and inspiring perspective
How amazing is it to see your litlle guy able to do wonderful things like standing without help. I am so happy for your family and Cliff!
Oh my gosh Natalie, he is PRECIOUS!!
What an amazing post. Cliff is doing great, and you can see how proud you are of him! I love that you always give credit o God and how he has helped you in your life. Even though you and lots of other people also work really hard too. You need a big congrats too!
Cliff is such an amazing child! I'm so glad he's doing so well! God Bless him and your family! Thank you for sharing. :')
What a great post, and a fabulous son you have! That is amazing, I found your darling blog over at a Glimpse Inside! I am your newest follower and excited to explore your blog more!
Carlee
http://www.ladybirdln.com
I came across your blog looking for your no-sew fabric flowers tutorial and what I found instead is a wonderful Godly woman who believes in her children and teaches them faith and love through Christ. I have a sister who has cerebral palsy, she is now a beautiful 31-year-old. After she was born the doctors told my mom to institutionalize her, that she wouldn't be more than a vegetable. She didn't start walking until she was four years old, and didn't start talking in complete sentences until she was eight. Today she walks pretty good (she is having some problems with one of her legs), and she talks all the time. She loves asking questions and getting hugs. I don't think she meets a stranger at all…everyone is her friend, and everyone gets a hug. I loved reading the post about your son, and just wanted to tell you to hang in there, believe me, he will make your world soar in so many ways. All children are a gift from God, and these special littles are no exception.