We are all still here!
It has been busy, of course, but we are here. We have been trying to keep up with day to day work, school and extra activities. For the most part all is well.
We are very glad to be out of winter and into spring. It was a looooong winter. At the end of February we had a bit of an unpleasant week and weekend when Daniel got sick. It is difficult to know exactly what is wrong because Daniel still doesn't communicate his needs or wants all the time with us. I ended up taking him to the doctor the day he came home early from school in which the doctor said it was just a sore throat (not strep). The next day he spiked a fever of 104 so back to the doctor he went. By Friday of that week he had not been eating or drinking all week so the doctor admitted him to the hospital for IV fluids. It took them four sticks until they found a vein on him. Four times he had to be held down by 5 adults (yes he is that strong)! It was nerve wracking for me and for my mom and dad. I stayed with him through the night and the next day he looked 100% better and finally started eating and drinking. Poor little buddy. Jason and I were also sick that same week. Turns out I had bronchitis and I suspect Jason did as well. It was not fun.
We are much better now and thoroughly enjoying the warm weather. We have seen a tremendous increase in Daniel's communication skills these last few weeks. He is saying more words and signing appropriately. He is doing much better in verbalizing his wants and needs. He is also doing a little walking in what is called a gait trainer.
We are, as always, constantly impressed by Daniel. He is super smart, sweet and loving. He LOVES watching and playing with his sister who, likewise, LOVES to play with him.
Our two adorable children are the most loving brother and sister we've ever seen. They continue to be our pride and joy.
2 comments:
Lara...just a little note to let you know how much I enjoy reading your blogs. Our relationship started out as a helping one, with me helping you. In fact, you have helped me way more than I know how to express. I have years of experience working with families and children. What I don't have is the personal perspective of living daily with the challenges, and rewards (I'm sure the rewards are much greater than the challenges) of parenting a child with special needs. Thank you for being able to so honestly and eloquently share your perspective.
Thank YOU Chris! That just made my day, week, month, year. You are an amazing person, I am very lucky to know you.
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