DAY TWO: First Steps

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The moment you've all been waiting for: Elijah takes his first steps.

Pray for Elijah tonight. He's working harder than Congress this week.

Dad

Comments

lwhpa@yahoo.com said…
Way to go Eli..Cool legs..Keep working hard little brother..Keep pressing on David, Eli looks great..Give your mom and dad a hug from and give Mr. Eli a high five from me..God bless all of you..Larry Howard
September 21, 2010 at 7:34 PM
Amy said…
There are no words. I am so in awe of this little boy's strength. Not to mention his parents and grandparents! Praying hard for all of you. Love you, Amy
September 21, 2010 at 7:35 PM
Melissa Ramirez said…
Eli, you are doing great. Don't give up. Sophia was SO excited to hear about your first step! She said "This is HUGE." She is right. We miss you! Lots of love.
Mom
September 21, 2010 at 7:45 PM
Anonymous said…
There is nothing that can equal this show. It has all the drama and emotions that any one could. God love this little man and bless all the producers and directors,the costume designers and don't overlook the script writers. WHAT A SHOW as we wait anxiously for the next one.
Loving you..G.Bobbie
September 21, 2010 at 7:48 PM
Anonymous said…
There is nothing that can equal this show. It has all the drama and emotions that any one could. God love this little man and bless all the producers and directors,the costume designers and don't overlook the script writers. WHAT A SHOW as we wait anxiously for the next one.
September 21, 2010 at 8:03 PM
Lea said…
He is absolutely precious, but you already know that. Praying for you all and especially for Eli and the hard work he is doing.

former Tulsa FBC member)
September 21, 2010 at 9:00 PM
Angela Stevens said…
Yeah! Yeah! Yeah! Praise God and way to go Ramirez family! Without your diligence and faith this day would not have happened!

Angela
September 21, 2010 at 10:19 PM
Stephanie said…
*melt*
September 21, 2010 at 10:54 PM
Emily Kaye said…
I am so proud of you Eli! Keep up the good work! You look awesome and so do your new shoes! David and Granna...glad you can be there to support our guy hands on. Melissa and Sophia...even though your still at home know that your support and encouragement for your boys does more good than they can express! I love you all and am SO excited to see you again!
September 21, 2010 at 11:04 PM
Rob and Kathy Gandy said…
Yesterday's videos were great...today's are amazing! Seeing that little guy standing on his own two feet...priceless! Had to watch it twice in a row! Now, to watch it again...GO ELI!!
September 22, 2010 at 12:43 AM
kranberry216 said…
It's AWESOME. What a wonderful, joyous day after all EVERYONE has been through. God is SO good!
September 22, 2010 at 8:36 AM
Unknown said…
I can't get enough of this, Eli!!! Keep it coming! You are the strongest, most fearless little boy ever and you have sooo much love and support behind you!
September 22, 2010 at 11:47 AM
Anonymous said…
Eli:
You are a super sweet brave boy and I am praying for you.
Leveta
September 22, 2010 at 4:51 PM
Stacie said…
Soooooo proud of how well Eli is doing. What hard work for the little guy! But, he's doing it!!! Yeah!!!!!! :)

So very happy for you all.

Keep up the good work, Eli!

Much love,
Stacie
September 22, 2010 at 9:28 PM
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