I'll chalk last weekend up to a complete loss. C and I felt like we were in coma's for much of the weekend. Monday approached like wild fire. I was glad J1's teacher had sent work along for him to complete while on vacation. Although he had completed everything, our vacation extension meant he had missed several extra days of work. I knew he was going to have to catch up quickly. J2 is in preschool, thus no homework. He was, however, going to have to jump right back into full swing. Josiah hadn't had therapy in three weeks (2 weeks in Florida, and sick the week prior to leaving). Monday was going to be a test.
After getting J1 and J2 off to school on Monday, we headed to play group with Josiah. It was like we had never left. Over the weekend, we noticed that Josiah seemed more independent. He seemed to be exploring more. In Florida, the tile floors made exploration difficult. We thought maybe he was just happy to be in environments conducive for small children. Here, in play group, he was definitely acting more independent. He was crawling up (and down) the stairs to the climbing structure. He was suddenly taking more risks (but not dangerous ones). Little man....
Monday afternoon brought out the EI worker (whom Josiah hadn't seen in weeks). She was accompanied by her supervisor and Josiah's PT (an occasional co-treat is not uncommon). Well, that didn't go so well. For the next 60 minutes (or so), Josiah cried like nobody's business. He didn't want to stand. He didn't want to walk with the walker. He simply cried. He sobbed. Yes, it was not his finest hour.
Tuesday morning, he returned to Speech & OT (after his three week hiatus). What a difference a day makes. He stunned the speech therapist. He made more sounds than ever. He signed more, all done, yes, and no. The speech therapist was elated (he is usually quite stubborn with her). OT was just as successful. He used the same signs with her. He even said "bye-bye." OMG! This kid is amazing!!! Thursday's sessions were about the same. Josiah is vocalizing more sounds. More exciting than that (for me), he is finally using some signs.
After feeling like we were never going to be able to wean him off baby food, we have finally accomplished the impossible (or so it seemed). We have gone the better part of the week without baby food. Josiah has happily eaten pork chops, rice, pot roast, potatoes, mac & cheese, tuna fish, chicken alfredo, onion rings, bread, and beef stew. His first week without baby food!!!! Yay Josiah!!!!
I feel like Josiah has turned a huge corner this week. He is vocalizing more. He is FINALLY signing (even if just a few words). He's imitating a LOT!!! He's more engaged in active play. And, he's eating big people food. He never ceases to amaze me.
I love my life <3.
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Sunday, January 19, 2014
Holidays and Happy New Year
It seems that Halloween ends and Christmas becomes this Mama's focus. Do I have my list? What am I going to buy for everyone? How much should I spend on each person? Etc. Yes, Christmas definitely becomes a focal point in this house.
Thanksgiving was beautifully spent with family.
Two days later, a little elf arrived at our house. This was to be our new family tradition. We read the book (the boys had already seen the tv special). The boys set out on their task of naming our little elf. Before long, the name "Stinky Chips" was chosen. Stinky Chips was a good little elf. He didn't get into much trouble and was only touched once by our oldest (age 6, at the time). An emergency intervention gave Stinky Chips back his magic and the rest of his time here was without incident.
Yes, Stinky Chips helped pass the time awaiting Santa's arrival. We did a lot (most) of our shopping online this year. Gifts simply arrived at our doorstep. We wrapped and labeled them. It just seemed the easiest thing to do. The oldest is in 1st grade, has almost-nightly homework, and karate 3x per week. The middle child is in 1/2 day preschool, and is a whirlwind of activity in his own right. Josiah has EI 2x per week, OT 2x per week, Speech 2x per week, and playgroup 1x per week. After adding in random doctor's appointments, errands, etc, there hardly seemed time to shop. Online shopping saved my sanity.
In the middle of Holiday preparations, we decided to plan a trip. My parents are going to Florida in 2014 and asked us to join them for a portion of the trip. So, after searching for the perfect price (which doesn't exist), we purchased airfare for us to fly to Florida. Disney is the destination. 2014 holds something fun to look forward to....
We managed to keep the upcoming trip a secret....until Christmas Eve. Then, we told the boys. They are excited as kids can be who have no idea what to expect. I am excited for them. They are going to love it.
For the third Christmas Eve, we celebrated at my parents home. We read the same story that has been read to my family since 1873. We opened gifts from those would not see the next day. We ate great food. Once the older traditions were complete, we wrote messages on balloons to Scott (my beloved brother), formed a circle on the back deck (each with a hand on the balloons), played "We'll meet again" (Inkspots), wished Scott a Merry Christmas in Heaven, and released the balloons.
The next day, we celebrated at our own home. It's always fun when the big boys run downstairs to tell us that Santa Claus has visited our house. We spent the day opening gifts, preparing (and eating) dinner, and visiting with family. It was a lovely day. Josiah was particularly fun this year. He's two. He's a fun age for a Christmas celebration.
Though I usually enjoy leaving my tree up, this year it only lasted a couple days into the new year. Beneath the branches, had become a 'dumping ground' for all the opened but yet-to-be-put-away gifts. Josiah had also become a master at pulling on those aforementioned branches. We had a dumping ground under a very tilted tree. Yes, it was time for the tree to go.
As the new year approached, one more test had been passed. We made it through the month of December without RSV. This is the first year Josiah has made it through the month of December without RSV and a resulting trip to Children's.
Happy New Year!!!
Thanksgiving was beautifully spent with family.
Two days later, a little elf arrived at our house. This was to be our new family tradition. We read the book (the boys had already seen the tv special). The boys set out on their task of naming our little elf. Before long, the name "Stinky Chips" was chosen. Stinky Chips was a good little elf. He didn't get into much trouble and was only touched once by our oldest (age 6, at the time). An emergency intervention gave Stinky Chips back his magic and the rest of his time here was without incident.
Yes, Stinky Chips helped pass the time awaiting Santa's arrival. We did a lot (most) of our shopping online this year. Gifts simply arrived at our doorstep. We wrapped and labeled them. It just seemed the easiest thing to do. The oldest is in 1st grade, has almost-nightly homework, and karate 3x per week. The middle child is in 1/2 day preschool, and is a whirlwind of activity in his own right. Josiah has EI 2x per week, OT 2x per week, Speech 2x per week, and playgroup 1x per week. After adding in random doctor's appointments, errands, etc, there hardly seemed time to shop. Online shopping saved my sanity.
In the middle of Holiday preparations, we decided to plan a trip. My parents are going to Florida in 2014 and asked us to join them for a portion of the trip. So, after searching for the perfect price (which doesn't exist), we purchased airfare for us to fly to Florida. Disney is the destination. 2014 holds something fun to look forward to....
We managed to keep the upcoming trip a secret....until Christmas Eve. Then, we told the boys. They are excited as kids can be who have no idea what to expect. I am excited for them. They are going to love it.
For the third Christmas Eve, we celebrated at my parents home. We read the same story that has been read to my family since 1873. We opened gifts from those would not see the next day. We ate great food. Once the older traditions were complete, we wrote messages on balloons to Scott (my beloved brother), formed a circle on the back deck (each with a hand on the balloons), played "We'll meet again" (Inkspots), wished Scott a Merry Christmas in Heaven, and released the balloons.
The next day, we celebrated at our own home. It's always fun when the big boys run downstairs to tell us that Santa Claus has visited our house. We spent the day opening gifts, preparing (and eating) dinner, and visiting with family. It was a lovely day. Josiah was particularly fun this year. He's two. He's a fun age for a Christmas celebration.
Though I usually enjoy leaving my tree up, this year it only lasted a couple days into the new year. Beneath the branches, had become a 'dumping ground' for all the opened but yet-to-be-put-away gifts. Josiah had also become a master at pulling on those aforementioned branches. We had a dumping ground under a very tilted tree. Yes, it was time for the tree to go.
As the new year approached, one more test had been passed. We made it through the month of December without RSV. This is the first year Josiah has made it through the month of December without RSV and a resulting trip to Children's.
Happy New Year!!!
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