Help Karleighs next STEPS...
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Well, another year and another step in GODS journey with Karleigh. This time our journey leads us to Seattle, Washington. Karleigh will be having surgery there January 15th, 2015. A lot of you know the challenges and hurdles Amanda and I have faced over the last 7 years, it's been a challenge yes, but the most amazing blessing we could ever ask for. I still scratch my head and wonder how we deserved this. Karleigh ( as well as our other 3) is the foundation for my inspiration in life. Not just mine, everyone she comes in contact with. She simply awes everyone. Anyways I could ramble about how great she is all night, so to the point...
This surgery is to repair a condition in both her feet called Vertical Talis. It's actually the first surgery she ever had here at Vandy, but has resurfaced. Meaning , they will have to do a lot more this go around. This time Dr.Mosca at Seattle Childrens will be removing a entire bone from each of her feet and restructuring the remaining. As well as, cutting and lenghthing her Achilies Tendon... Ummm Ouch!!! If this surgery does not happen her ability to walk in her late teens to early twenties will be vastly decreased due to pain. That's something "Daddy" just can't handle. They have already warned us this surgery will probably be the hardest on her than all of her surgeries. Not sure how that could be after a open heart surgery, but that's what they say!!! Some have asked "why all the way in Seattle" ? The answer to that is three things. One, her surgeon is the worlds most successful and experienced in dealing with Arthrogryposis ( one of Karleighs diagnosis ) . Two, I look at it like this, we were blessed and are giving the opportunity to care for one of Gods special master pieces... I would bring my best to the table for God all day, so why not something he made to use as a tool for his Kingdom. Third, we all want the best for children and tobgive them the best opportunity to succeed in this crazy world, that's all Amanda and I are doing.
With this comes expenses that I was shocked when I put it to pin and paper. Those that know me the best knows this next part kills me and I can't believe I'm typing it but... We are asking for your help. I feel like I have robbed so many of there Joy over the years by thinking we could handle it, and just having to much pride. I'm sorry if I have offended anyone reading this. I know it's a horrible time of the year to be asking as well, but anything would be beyond grateful. If financially you are unable, please join us in prayer for safe travel, the nurses and Dr s involved, Karleighs pain after as well as her comfort on the ride home. Oh Ya, and for daddy's nerves !!! We sincerely and graciously thank you in advance .
With this comes expenses that I was shocked when I put it to pin and paper. Those that know me the best knows this next part kills me and I can't believe I'm typing it but... We are asking for your help. I feel like I have robbed so many of there Joy over the years by thinking we could handle it, and just having to much pride. I'm sorry if I have offended anyone reading this. I know it's a horrible time of the year to be asking as well, but anything would be beyond grateful. If financially you are unable, please join us in prayer for safe travel, the nurses and Dr s involved, Karleighs pain after as well as her comfort on the ride home. Oh Ya, and for daddy's nerves !!! We sincerely and graciously thank you in advance .
Organizer
David Troutt
Organizer
Gallatin, TN