Tomorrow is Jackson's last day of PreK. It almost seems impossible that we made it to the end of the year in one piece. This year has been difficult for Jackson and our family (I'm sure his teaches would say the same thing). The year started with a lot of sad faces on his daily calendar. There were meltdowns and hard transitions. There was a lot of anger, frustration, aggression, stress, anxiety and tears (for Jackson and myself). There were doctor appointments and an ADHD diagnosis (on Continue Reading
Friday Favorites {Summer Edition}
We have FOUR more days of school and boy are we ready for summer! Last week I asked Jackson what he wanted to do this summer. He quickly said, beach, splash pad, swimming pool, water park! It's obvious what his priority is - finding water! HA! This summer is sure to be filled with popsicles, pools and many memories. Today I'm linking up for Friday Favorites and sharing some of my summer favorites! Happy Friday and Hello Summer! Classic 50's Happy Hour There's a drive in where we Continue Reading
To the Mama of a Child with Apraxia {Apraxia Awareness Day}
Dear Apraxia Mama: It seems appropriate that Apraxia Awareness Day falls on Mother's Day this year. We're not only our kids' biggest advocates, we're their voice. We drive them countless miles to and from therapy. We speak "their language" and understand them when others don't. To the mama who's been doing the Apraxia song and dance for years - you rock! You've fought the good fight - maybe you've even finished the race. I hope you are celebrating today! But to the mama who Continue Reading
Let’s Celebrate {Apraxia Awareness Day}
There’s a verse in 2 Timothy that reminds me of the amazing thing I’ve been entrusted with. A little boy who has Childhood Apraxia of Speech. 2 Timothy 1:14 says, Guard that good thing entrusted to you. Each day God reminds me that I’m Jackson’s biggest advocate. Jackson was diagnosed with Childhood Apraxia of Speech in January 2015. When he was diagnosed he could only say a few words. Jackson is determined, he perseveres and he’s worked hard to find his voice! This year as we Continue Reading
Five Minute Friday {Should}
Jackson hasn't touched a peanut butter and jelly sandwich in over a week. This is the kid who ate them every. single. day. for about two years! I wrote a little bit about my food concerns earlier this week. You can read all about that here. The big question I've asked myself this week is, Should we look into food therapy? We had an appointment with Jackson's developmental pediatrician Thursday. I shared my concerns about Jackson's very picky eating habits and his sudden dislike of Continue Reading