A diagnosis for Samuel

Welcome to Herding little Cows to the glory of God
We're not your typical family, and this isn't the typical RUclips channel. Sara and Mark live on the coast of Maine and have been married for over 20 years and as of this writing (November 2023) we are expecting our 10th child. We believe that children are a blessing from the Lord and that marriage is a gift to be celebrated as well as a relationship to be invested in.
Content on our channel ranges from pregnancy and birth stories to therapy strategies for children with brain injuries. We talk about home education, sing hymns, and share the simple joy of childhood. In a nutshell, we open up our lives and our homes in hopes that our experiences can be a help to others walking through challenges. If this sounds like something that would benefit you, then we encourage you to subscribe here on RUclips as well as following us on Facebook.
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[@amyjones5660]

I am watching some of the older videos, so much of what you share is very informative. I am so glad that your family and Samuel decided to share his journey with CMT. I have learned so much from this video. Please tell Samuel that he has helped me and I really appreciate him.

[@HerdingLittleCows]

He says “thank you” and got a big smile

[@jessicabulloch5302]

Hi Sarah, very interesting. Our family has a genetic muscular dystrophy called occularpharyngeal muscular dystrophy. My grandmother , Father and sister have it, I haven't been diagnosed yet but I also have some symptoms. You guys have a mirage of diagnosis over there in maine. Well, God will see us through.

[@HerdingLittleCows]

I knew growing up that I got it from my father. But because he was such a hard worker, I never felt that he was lacking anything. My father was more involved in many things (coaching sports, volunteering for building sets for plays), that I always felt blessed. I never saw him as lesser, so never felt that my future would be hindered by the CMT.

[@daniellecarney1487]

Love your family. It is a testament to your faith how you handle the trials of life. God bless.

[@HerdingLittleCows]

Praise the Lord! He is the One that gives strength to endure and peace that overcomes all our fears.

[@RV-there-Yet]

👆This, yes & Amen! God is so good, His plan is perfect~ even though I don't pretend to understand it all, I am grateful for those whose example is so clear a testament.

[@LuAnnOlson-m7h]

Praying for all of you!!💕
Might you ever post more shopping and cooking videos?

[@HerdingLittleCows]

Not sure. I have thought about it but these types of videos is more what God is putting on my heart right now

[@ashlieleavelle]

Thank you for sharing. God bless you and your family. I love these videos where you guys just share.

[@HerdingLittleCows]

Our pleasure! We were just talking today about how we want our channel to just be real and open. We know others have different struggles but we can be an encouragement to trust God in the midst of the trials.

[@SheilaMiracle-e7t]

You and your family are so nice

[@HerdingLittleCows]

Thank you 😊

[@mindys3581]

I noticed Samuel walking differently on a previous video where he was walking across the driveway. I knew right away he had CMT. My husband has 3 sibling with CMT so I’m familiar with the symptoms. Glad he got diagnosed and will be getting his braces. They make a huge difference. ❤

[@HerdingLittleCows]

Sara father had CMT as did a couple of his brothers. Samuel was fitted for braces this week and should have them within a month. He’s looking forward to more stability and found the braces very helpful in office when they tried them out.
Thanks for your comment.

[@Cindi-From-Sunny-South-Florida]

Thanks for sharing. ❤

[@HerdingLittleCows]

You are so welcome

[@angelacowperthwaite984]

thanks for sharing with us and samuel & sara i can relate to not being to hold big things when walking and i ALWAYS looking down when i walk and have bad gait not sure i think mine is more mine might be more the neuropathy or arthritis not sure but i will be praying for all of yours health i know progressives issues stink i have some too :(

[@HerdingLittleCows]

We love you. You get us.

[@jessicabulloch5302]

Also, my oldest son is a samuel too.

[@HerdingLittleCows]

Samuel is our oldest son at home. Great name!