Ellis Updates
Well dear ones, it's been a while. In light of life storms that others are facing our journey with the three littles is easy but I have to say lately it's been teary. Let's see where to start -
Anna heads off to kindergarten in the Fall. She's quite excited and has recently begun asking when we'll be shopping for her school needs 'ahem' wants. She has her backpack (hello kitty) and matching lunchbox thanks to Gran and Pap Newcomer and has been hard at work breaking them in at 'camp' at Miss Jill's house. Her flair for the dramatic continues to be a source of entertainment but she really has a sweet and sensitive side as well. Recently she informed us that "her double chin had come in" - let's just say she was pretty proud of it! Love that girl! She adores her brothers and refers to them as one entity known as "the brothers". She is a wonderful encourager and caring helper around the house and just an absolute sweetie pie. She'll never turn down a frappucino either - the girl takes after her momma.
Jamesey continues to be an absolute sweetie (although he's showing signs of the terrible threes and the ensuing tantrums). He's strong and smart and so desperately wants to communicate and to walk on his own. While he's taken a few steps on his own he's just not there yet confidence wise and so he has been fitted for a 'gait trainer' - or a walker. Needless to say that's so hard for this momma to see and embrace. It feels like just one more way that he's different -- but I hold out hope that we'll order it and then he won't need it! We're in the process of evaluating preschool options for him to start this Fall. He'll continue to receive support services such as Speech Therapy, Hearing Therapy, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, however, at the age of 3 he'll phase out of Early Intervention and in-home support to begin either out-patient treatment or in-classroom instruction. Prayers appreciated for wisdom as we start a new journey with the IU. Jamesey keeps adding sounds to his range and is continuing to respond to some new sounds. It's hard to see little man getting frustrated about communication and I'm hopeful that there will be a big 'breakthrough' that disproves everything we were told. In the meantime, he's having a blast with water tables and blowing bubbles and loving on everyone. Just a few more weeks and he turns the big 3! What a love.
David turned one in May and is trying his feet at walking. So far the most he's done has been 5 steps but I think it's safe to say that he's well on his way. He loves to be outside, dislikes sleeping through the night and enjoys snuggles (on his terms). We haven't found a food he dislikes and he really seems curious about everything. By that I mean he's into literally everything! I found him trying to climb into the pantry! Now I know why people secure furniture to the walls! He's a sweetie who has begun snuggling in and mimicking the tones of 'I love you' while he hugs. So dear!
That's the skinny for us these days. Keep us in your prayers if you will--one specific request--- I'm adjusting to the fact that my desire to see Jamesey walking independently by his 3rd birthday and to have some increased communication may not happen...but I'm still praying that it will and you can join me!
Much love to you all!
Anna heads off to kindergarten in the Fall. She's quite excited and has recently begun asking when we'll be shopping for her school needs 'ahem' wants. She has her backpack (hello kitty) and matching lunchbox thanks to Gran and Pap Newcomer and has been hard at work breaking them in at 'camp' at Miss Jill's house. Her flair for the dramatic continues to be a source of entertainment but she really has a sweet and sensitive side as well. Recently she informed us that "her double chin had come in" - let's just say she was pretty proud of it! Love that girl! She adores her brothers and refers to them as one entity known as "the brothers". She is a wonderful encourager and caring helper around the house and just an absolute sweetie pie. She'll never turn down a frappucino either - the girl takes after her momma.
Jamesey continues to be an absolute sweetie (although he's showing signs of the terrible threes and the ensuing tantrums). He's strong and smart and so desperately wants to communicate and to walk on his own. While he's taken a few steps on his own he's just not there yet confidence wise and so he has been fitted for a 'gait trainer' - or a walker. Needless to say that's so hard for this momma to see and embrace. It feels like just one more way that he's different -- but I hold out hope that we'll order it and then he won't need it! We're in the process of evaluating preschool options for him to start this Fall. He'll continue to receive support services such as Speech Therapy, Hearing Therapy, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, however, at the age of 3 he'll phase out of Early Intervention and in-home support to begin either out-patient treatment or in-classroom instruction. Prayers appreciated for wisdom as we start a new journey with the IU. Jamesey keeps adding sounds to his range and is continuing to respond to some new sounds. It's hard to see little man getting frustrated about communication and I'm hopeful that there will be a big 'breakthrough' that disproves everything we were told. In the meantime, he's having a blast with water tables and blowing bubbles and loving on everyone. Just a few more weeks and he turns the big 3! What a love.
David turned one in May and is trying his feet at walking. So far the most he's done has been 5 steps but I think it's safe to say that he's well on his way. He loves to be outside, dislikes sleeping through the night and enjoys snuggles (on his terms). We haven't found a food he dislikes and he really seems curious about everything. By that I mean he's into literally everything! I found him trying to climb into the pantry! Now I know why people secure furniture to the walls! He's a sweetie who has begun snuggling in and mimicking the tones of 'I love you' while he hugs. So dear!
That's the skinny for us these days. Keep us in your prayers if you will--one specific request--- I'm adjusting to the fact that my desire to see Jamesey walking independently by his 3rd birthday and to have some increased communication may not happen...but I'm still praying that it will and you can join me!
Much love to you all!
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