Emerson is almost 6 months past her first back surgery. She enjoys baths, playing in rocks and dirt, jumping in puddles, drinking out of plastic bottles, wearing cute dresses, and real hugs, all things that are okay in her new lifestyle. She misses trampolines, bounce houses, and being able to sleep anywhere. Big sister Addison decided to collect toys for the kids at Shriner's Hospital instead of receiving birthday gifts this year, so she delivered those at Emerson's appointment. She had alot! Emerson wanted to wear her doctor gear to show Dr. Luhmann that she had done back surgery on her bear, which is a Scentsy buddy that unzipped in the back. Later the hospital photographer came and took her picture with Dr. Luhmann and we are supposed to get a copy of that soon. Emerson's pre and post-x-ray looked good, meaning the rod, screws, and hooks were all still in place. They were excited that she had grown a little bit since her last appointment. When they