Not Paralyzed Anymore

A Moment That Spoke Louder Than Words

Some moments touch your heart in ways that are hard to explain.

Recently, Marshall Spinal Care met a beautiful three year old little girl who had been diagnosed with spastic hemiplegia. The left side of her body was significantly affected.

While her imaging was being taken, she sat playing with a small tea cup and spoon. She could easily hold them with her right hand. When she tried to use her left hand, she couldn’t. Her expression said everything. Frustration, effort, and determination all at once.

After her imaging was reviewed, she went in with her mom to receive care.

The office was busy that day, and some time passed. Then, about forty five minutes later, her mom appeared at the doorway and quietly said, “She’s using her left hand.” She had removed the brace from her leg, and her daughter was walking around the office.

When the little girl sat back down in the imaging chair, she picked up the tea cup again. This time, her left hand was open. She reached out and touched the cup with it.

It was a small moment. And yet, it was everything.

How do you explain the goodness of God? Sometimes you can’t put it into words. Sometimes, you simply witness it. Even in something as simple as a little girl playing with a tea cup.

Our prayer is that today you not only hear about hope, but that you truly see it.

With gratitude and care,
Marshall Spinal Care