January 4-5, 2006
Laura completed a solid first week of the New Year. Recently, she is becoming a pro at holding her head up. On her previous progress video, all of you got a glimpse into the first time this was accomplished. If you notice from that video, she had to slightly tilt her head back or else she would fall forward. Now, Laura can essentially hold her head up almost at a near perfect 90-degree angle in the seated upright position. The other day, in therapy, they had Laura sitting on the side of her own bed and she was calm and relaxed, holding her head up with a sense of confidence. We believe that she is getting closer and closer to speaking and eating a larger variety of foods. This could be a long process. We need to be patient, yet persistent. Only time will tell us how quick these eminent developments will take place.
We are excited about posting this Sunday, the video that we shot of Laura at therapy this week. With that said, we also must warn you on this one. The staff had her doing a very difficult drill and position for most of this particular session. It really shows you the struggles that Laura must deal with on daily basis. Even during this session, you can witness the substantial progress Laura is making, especially near the end of the video. Stay tuned; this video will post by the end of the weekend.
Throughout Laura’s journey, we have talked about the absolute and complete power of choice. This is our ultimate freedom. When we choose the Christian lifestyle, we are set free to flourish. Struggles become opportunities. Selfishness becomes selflessness. Insecurity becomes confidence. Addiction becomes discipline. Envy becomes contentment. Fear becomes faith. Hate becomes love. Death becomes life. What a lifestyle to undertake! It only works if you believe, receive, and surrender. We know, because we have tried both ways. We spent too long trying to do it our own way. Experience it! You will then be freed to lead, because you first chose to follow.
FOR THE LAW OF THE SPIRIT OF LIFE IN CHRIST JESUS HATH MADE ME FREE FROM THE LAW OF SIN AND DEATH. (Romans 8:2)
We love you,
Jeff and Laura Laughlin
We are excited about posting this Sunday, the video that we shot of Laura at therapy this week. With that said, we also must warn you on this one. The staff had her doing a very difficult drill and position for most of this particular session. It really shows you the struggles that Laura must deal with on daily basis. Even during this session, you can witness the substantial progress Laura is making, especially near the end of the video. Stay tuned; this video will post by the end of the weekend.
Throughout Laura’s journey, we have talked about the absolute and complete power of choice. This is our ultimate freedom. When we choose the Christian lifestyle, we are set free to flourish. Struggles become opportunities. Selfishness becomes selflessness. Insecurity becomes confidence. Addiction becomes discipline. Envy becomes contentment. Fear becomes faith. Hate becomes love. Death becomes life. What a lifestyle to undertake! It only works if you believe, receive, and surrender. We know, because we have tried both ways. We spent too long trying to do it our own way. Experience it! You will then be freed to lead, because you first chose to follow.
FOR THE LAW OF THE SPIRIT OF LIFE IN CHRIST JESUS HATH MADE ME FREE FROM THE LAW OF SIN AND DEATH. (Romans 8:2)
We love you,
Jeff and Laura Laughlin
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