We were scheduled to have the cast removed on Tuesday, but I asked if we could just do it at home (it is so much easier at home). That also allowed us to have a Cast Off party. We played in the rain, had lots of water fun, spilled bubbles everywhere and had some messy s'mores (with NO bib). We had a smooth trip to St. Louis. When we arrived they worked on cutting and fitting her brace. I think this takes longer than putting on a cast. Emerson tries it on and they draw on it, then cut it. Repeat that about 10 times. We were there for 3 1/2 hours. Next is x-ray and on to see the doctor. Em was extra special this time and was seen by Dr. Kelly (who has done the last 3 cast) and Dr. Luhmann. Dr. Luhmann explained that the brace is holding her at 76 degrees and he would like her to come back in February for xrays again. At that time we will see what the curve has done. He talked to us about placing a Magec rod on her right side. It wo