have you voted???
We got the new AFO’s yesterday. Izzy is not thrilled about them. At all. I am glad we got the swash and had a week to see that she is comfortable in it before adding the new foot splints. I may have thought it was the swash or the combo if I hadn’t seen for myself that she was okay with the swash all week. She has worn it almost all the time day and night. It adds a little weight to her, but not too much. We are working on getting used to the foot splints. They have springs on the sides that give a constant tension to her feet. I have been taking them off when she starts really acting uncomfortable and then let her feet rest and put them right back on. I have been explaining to her that they will help her feet and that we have to put them on. It really helps to explain things to her and talk about it. She is a trooper. Camilla (Izzy’s PT from school) met us in Norman for the fitting. The orthotist that she had originally suggested we see was not in. He was ill and I was thankful he kept his germs home! The lady we did see was very nice and helpful. We have plans to fit Izzy in a soft body cast next appointment that will give her more trunk stability when she is in the kid walk (which should be coming in the next month!). I am praying that she will tolerate the foot splints so they can do their job and get her feet back in the right position so that standing is comfortable for her. We were very thankful to have Camilla with us. She is a blessing.
I got a really fun surprise in the mail from Matt’s mom Paula! It wasn’t a complete surprise because she asked me if I had anything like it before she ordered it, but as crazy as life is I almost forgot so I was surprised when it arrived! It is so cute!
Well… it’s finally here. Election Day!
Matt and Amanda (she is now 18!) went to vote early this morning and were surprised to find a line at the voting place. I don’t think we’ve ever seen a line there, but they were home in 30 minutes… so not too bad. I plan to go after I take Isabelle to school this afternoon. I have a turkey breast in the crockpot for dinner tonight, per Matt’s request. He is off work tomorrow so I guess he wanted to enjoy turkey leftovers. I have been food blessed this week 
Saturday morning mom called to tell me she had made a pan of cinnamon rolls for me… They were delicious! Then last night my brother Mike brought me a pecan pie that he made. Hello breakfast! It was really good! He makes the best pecan pies. Now I need to do a post for a colon cleanser.
I joined in on the Giving Thanks Challenge and will list something I’m thankful for everyday this month.
We cast our votes. We just had a very small line. I was thankful because Mickey could not have stood for very long. I had taken a fold-up chair in case but didn’t even have to take it out of the car.
It is so wonderful that Izzy is being fitted with the things that will help her and the support you have with her PT. I know what a blessing that has to be to you, Annie.
Susan
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I’ll say a prayer for Izzy that she’ll be comfortable. Bless her heart, she is such a trooper. She takes after her mom:)
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I waited about an hour in line, my hubby – close to two hours. Apparently, our polling place is the largest in size in the county and local officials have been asking to distribute the numbers better, but the big wigs won’t … UGH. With 3 kids, it is hard to do. Thankfully my hubby was able to come home and watch the kids for me!
Those believe blocks are adorable!
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There was no wait at the polling place – our local church. I voted and was glad to have done so. I think it is important to do.
You are such a good Mom, Annie. Izzy is lucky – as is the rest of your family with the time and loving attention that you giev them.
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I will be praying that Izzy will get used to her new AFO’s quickly and that they won’t cause her discomfort. It’s good to hear that she is making such wonderful progress, what a huge praise to Jesus. What is a SWASH anyway?
Love in Christ,
Suzi
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Just wanted to stop by and give you a hug. (((Annie))))
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I hope Izzy gets used to the AFOs and that they really help her out. How long will she be in the soft cast for? You might have already mentioned that, but I am so far behind on blogging and trying to catch up!
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