After a drowning incident in Cumberland County nearly two weeks ago nearly claimed his life, 1-year-old Samuel Neal is coming home after being in East Tennessee Children’s Hospital!

His mother, Lacie Neal, said today Samuel has been a trooper.

“I continue to praise God for his mercy and all the miracles he has performed in Samuels life. My faith has for sure been put to the test and I hope I have not let him down. We will be going home this Friday (May 21, 2021)! I am totally completely beyond excited but also scared. I haven’t been home since the accident so I’m sure there will be a mix box of emotions going on. I can’t wait to squeeze my other babies and never let them go,” said Lacie.

“Even though we will be going home I’ll still continue to update on his process. I have a really good feeling he is going to completely surprise everyone.”

Indeed he has surprised us all and at the same time brought an entire county and surrounding area together praying for his recovery.

Welcome home young man!

Samuel shortly after arriving at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital

Samuel today!