Celebrate the Small Stuff
When we first realized that Noah had autism, I went to a seminar and met a mom who was telling me that I should never give up on Noah. She said it takes a long time for our kids to learn a new skill, but that they can learn. And then she proudly proceeded to tell me a story about teaching her son how to ride a bike. When I asked her how long it took him to learn, she replied, "Four years."
Four years??
FOUR YEARS??
I have to admit, I was so arrogant back then. I thought I knew everything about autism and I remember silently telling myself, "Well, that won't be Noah. He's going to be recovered by then."
He was 22 months old at the time. He had 5 months of therapy already under his belt. I knew he'd be recovered by the time he was 3.
Fast forward to August 2011. Noah will be 10 in October. He's had 8 and 1/2 years of nonstop therapy under his belt. We're beginning a new one next week. He still hasn't recovered.
But he did just learn learn how to catch a ball. How long did it take? Seven years.
Seven years.
Yes. Seven years.
And I proclaim it proudly.
Mama's proud of you, Noah Bear! You give me the gift of seeing miracles every day.
And to the woman who I scoffed at all those years ago? I'm so sorry. Thank you for teaching me to never give up.
Comments
Leslie, I am SO PROUD OF YOU!!!!
7 years.
Blessings!
Hannah
And I love Eli telling you your battery is getting low. Too cute!!
my name is Jenna and I came across your site. Noah is an amazing, courageous, strong and determined fighter. He is a brave warrior, smilen champ and an inspirational hero. That is so awesome that he finally learned how to catch a ball. He is amazing. I have suspected austism and other disabilities. It takes me years sometimes to learn stuff, but I will learn it. Never Ever Give up! I love it when people sign my guestbook. www.miraclechamp.webs.com
for some success stories of children with autism.