Standing Tall

I still have a big smile on my face from this evenings visit. Sam was in good spirits and doing very well. When it came time to go to bed, Ms. Clarke asked Sam what she asks her to do every night, that being to stand up from the wheelchair, turn and then sit down on the bed. Tonight, Sam stood straight up for the first time that I have seen, and she towered over Ms. Clarke. Sam is @5'8" or more and Ms. Clarke had to look up at her for the first time. Ms. Clarke, looking up at Sam started laughing as she held onto her. Sam then stood there, straight up for awhile. It was wonderful to see her standing so tall . Sam asked if she could sit down now and then we all started laughing, because it was just such a wonderful a moment. I haven't stopped smiling since.