Some of you may have seen this already on my Facebook page, but if you haven't, I'd be ever so pleased if you would take a second to check out the following video:
Hours of physical therapy: Countless
$$$ spent on surgeries, medical evaluations and specialists, therapeutic treatments, equipment, travel expenses, etc: More than I want to know
Years spent praying, wishing, hoping, worrying and wondering if this day would ever come: 4.5
Seeing the look of pride on Carter's face at the end of that video: PRICELESS
YAY Carter!! An incredible video Carole! Thanks so much for sharing it!! xx
Posted by: Tracey | November 03, 2009 at 04:42 PM
Oh my gosh... I just stumbled upon your blog today, and you literally brought tears of joy to my eyes. I don't know Carter's story, but just from that tiny clip, and from the tiny little caption you wrote, I am touched. What an amazing little guy he is. Thank you for sharing your video.
Posted by: Dani | November 03, 2009 at 04:56 PM
I don't know you or your family or Carter's story. I just started reading your blog just a few months ago. I was so touched by your video of your son walking. Thank you for sharing that with us. It truly warmed my heart. Sending a big hug to your family, you, and Carter.
Posted by: Dana Grothaus | November 03, 2009 at 05:21 PM
I'm so thrilled for Carter and for you, Sean and Truman's dedication to him. What an adorable smile on Carter's face at his big accomplishment.
Thanks, Carole, for sharing your story with everyone.
Posted by: Sharon (stampscout) | November 03, 2009 at 06:13 PM
That is such an awesome accomplishment, way to go Carter!!! I love his face and how excited he was.
Posted by: Kim Howard | November 03, 2009 at 06:38 PM
so much awesomeness, in such a short video! Way to go, Carter!!!
Posted by: Chelle | November 03, 2009 at 07:11 PM
words fail me too. awesome. awesome.
(nice kitchen too!!!)
Posted by: Joan B | November 03, 2009 at 07:22 PM
Oh Carole, this brings me to tears. What a joyous occasion for all of you! Way to go Carter! TFS and big hugs :)
Posted by: Amy Sheffer | November 03, 2009 at 07:31 PM
Way to go Carter!
Posted by: Sue from Oregon | November 03, 2009 at 07:47 PM
Through tear filled eyes I am smiling so big!
WTG, Carter!!
Posted by: Val | November 03, 2009 at 08:25 PM
Carole, that is just wonderful! THANK YOU for sharing such a momentous occasion with us. I feel so very honored. . .and you GO Carter! How awesome!
Posted by: Charmaine | November 03, 2009 at 09:13 PM
That is sooo awesome, Carole! I'm so happy for him and all of you! What a big boy! Give him a big hug from me! XOX
Posted by: Kirsten | November 03, 2009 at 09:24 PM
Woo-HOO!!! Carter! This is awesome!
Posted by: Lori Craig | November 03, 2009 at 09:55 PM
WOW. Made me cry. Way to go!!!!!! How wonderful!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Cynthia | November 03, 2009 at 10:11 PM
Yay, Carter! Good job. That was great walking.
Posted by: Anthonette | November 03, 2009 at 11:21 PM
Wooo-hoooo for Carter! So excited for him!
Posted by: Melinda | November 04, 2009 at 12:12 AM
Oh Carole, this just brought tears to my eyes! What a precious moment!! TFS!
Posted by: Maureen W. | November 04, 2009 at 03:21 AM
BEAUTIFUL!
Posted by: Teresa | November 04, 2009 at 04:54 AM
.....ok, I'm in tears........I am soooo happy for you....and Carter!!!!! AWESOME!!!
Posted by: Michele | November 04, 2009 at 06:29 AM
Oh Carole, I couldn't be happier for you and for sweet Carter! What a wonderful moment -- thanks for sharing it! Big hugs!!
Posted by: christina fischer | November 04, 2009 at 06:44 AM
Indeed, PRICELESS!! Woohoooooo Carter!!
Posted by: cathy tidwell | November 04, 2009 at 07:30 AM
Way to go, Carter!! Woo hoo!!! I have tears of joy for you all, Carole. :D
Posted by: Rose Ann | November 04, 2009 at 07:37 AM
Yahooooooooooooooooooo!!!!! Congrats Carter (and Mommy!) Huge hugs.....
Posted by: Carolyn King | November 04, 2009 at 08:12 AM
So very happy for you and your family!!!!!!
Lisa R.
Posted by: Lisa Ragano | November 04, 2009 at 08:16 AM
How Beautiful!
I am just smiling from ear to ear!
Thank you for sharing.
Posted by: Denise | November 04, 2009 at 08:25 AM
That is just so cool! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Alicia Weiman | November 04, 2009 at 08:28 AM
Wow! This brings tears to my eyes and joy in my heart to see him finally walking! What a cute boy!
Posted by: Sherry Phipps | November 04, 2009 at 08:29 AM
He's so precious, so beautiful, so extraordinary! A precious, precious gift from God. I'm crying tears of joy for Carter, for you, for your husband, for Truman! Oh my gosh Carole, his sweet little voice is so adorable!
Posted by: Jerri Kay | November 04, 2009 at 08:33 AM
Man, this puts EVERYTHING into perspective. I am crying tears of joy right now for you and your family. What a sweet, sweet child and what a blessed day for all of you.
Posted by: Mayberry Magpie | November 04, 2009 at 08:37 AM
Yeehaw!!!! WTG Carter (and Mom, Dad, and Truman)! You've all worked so hard and here's the payoff!!! I'm so happy for you all!
Posted by: Barbara | November 04, 2009 at 08:44 AM
OK...I am officially crying! I am SO thrilled for Carter and you Miss Carole! Big HUGS girlie!!!
Posted by: Jodi Collins | November 04, 2009 at 08:46 AM
My grin is still on my face!!!!! What a wonderful way to start my day!!! THANK YOU THANK YOU for sharing this miracle with us!! Give Carter a big ole high five!!!
Linda Bien
Posted by: Linda L Bien | November 04, 2009 at 09:20 AM
Carole, I am so happy for your family and especially for your sweet little guy! What an amazing accomplishment! It brought me to tears of joy for you!
Yay Carter!
Posted by: Laura | November 04, 2009 at 10:10 AM
OMG Carole I have chills and tears in my eyes...hug him big and cherish today!!!
Posted by: Shannan Teubner | November 04, 2009 at 10:24 AM
all I can say is...WOW!!!! Your child is so beautiful and I am so touched to see his joy at something he has been working so hard to accomplish! YEAH Carter, Mom , and Dad!!!
Posted by: janetwmarks | November 04, 2009 at 10:32 AM
Wow!!!!!
The joy on his face as he got to the camera...well, you know what it is...BEAUTIFUL!
Atta boy, Carter! Atta Mom and Dad, too!!!!
Posted by: Juliana Swanson | November 04, 2009 at 10:35 AM
WOWWIE KAZOWWIE! You go Carter! We are thrilled beyond words! Hugs to you all!
John, Lesa & Preslea
Posted by: Lesa | November 04, 2009 at 11:53 AM
Wow, I'm in tears right now, I don't know the whole story,but am sooo happy for you and your family.We all have so much to be thankful for, even in the midst of many challenges. God continued strength to you all!! Nancy
Posted by: Nancy Koskovich | November 04, 2009 at 12:06 PM
Oh WOW what a wonderful and awesome accomplishment. Thank you so much for sharing.
Posted by: Ida | November 04, 2009 at 12:33 PM
PRICELESS!!!!!! All right Carter!!! Praise God for this wonderful miracle!! Thank you Carole for sharing this moment with all of us.
Posted by: Bonnie aka raduse | November 04, 2009 at 12:49 PM
Heart warming.......congratulations to you all! I know this is a great accomplishment for Carter and for you.
Posted by: Phyllis Hutter | November 04, 2009 at 12:49 PM
how wonderfull for you.yes a long road .thank you for sharing.
Posted by: judy ptacek | November 04, 2009 at 12:54 PM
OMG Carole - that is the best video I have seen in a really long time! Congrats to Carter and you - what an amazing accomplishment!! So glad you shared this!!
Posted by: Harriet Skelly | November 04, 2009 at 02:28 PM
Thanks for sharing, Carole! I am crying and smiling at the same time. Way to go, Carter!
Posted by: Alice | November 04, 2009 at 03:02 PM
Yea Carter! Way to go! All that hard work Carter was worth it wasn't it... and you've made so many people other than Mommy, Daddy and Truman smile and laugh today. You are such a good boy. God bless all of you.
Posted by: Linda Deline | November 04, 2009 at 03:34 PM
I got teary when I watched it on Facebook, and here I go again with the waterworks! I am so incredibly happy for your little bug. I adore his happy smile! GO CARTER GO!!!
Posted by: Libby | November 04, 2009 at 03:43 PM
WAY TO GO CARTER; you rock!!!!!!!
TFS; what a blessing!
Posted by: Michele | November 04, 2009 at 06:20 PM
Bless his precious soul!
Posted by: Pam L. | November 04, 2009 at 06:20 PM
Okay, I'm a puddle. Thank you for sharing this joyous news.
Wendy
Posted by: Wendy Gorton | November 04, 2009 at 06:41 PM
So many little and big miracles along the path of life. Thanks so much for sharing.
Posted by: Jane Harrah | November 04, 2009 at 07:28 PM