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
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
What If He Won’t Eat the PB&J
I've been making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches daily for at least two years. I'm serious. The sandwiches have been our saving grace. There are some days Jackson eats one for lunch and dinner. I've often complained about having to make another PB&J. Today I'm wishing I would have kept my mouth shut. PB&J is pretty much the only thing Jackson eats consistently and he hasn't touched his sandwich the past few days. Maybe he's just burnt out. I'd totally understand Continue Reading