One of the most difficult things to overcome in life is comparing yourself to others. I find myself often comparing Jameson to other kids. Typical kids. Special needs kids. Kids with epilepsy, etc. Its like I'm always trying to find where he fits in some way or another. Over time, I've realized he doesn't really fit anywhere. He's like a special sauce; with some ingredients you recognize and some that are a secret to only his maker up in heaven.
So when he makes little accomplishments in life, they are extra special to me. It can take such a long period of time for him to do things but once he does, they are so incredibly amazing to watch. One example that really sticks out in my mind is his smile and laugh. I don't think little man purposely smiled until well after his 1st birthday. It took even longer to get him to laugh, and when he first started doing these things it would be a rare occurrence. I can happily say that now at almost 3 years old, Jameson smiles and laughs every single day. He talks all day long! (Well, his version of talking which is more like a bellow) :-) He watches you smile and smiles back! If you had told me this 2 1/2 years ago I would've thought, wow that's all he's doing at 3 years old? But experiencing it completely changes your outlook.
Another thing that has made me a proud mom lately is his working towards sitting. Its been coming along very slowly over the years with weekly physical therapy, but he wants to do it and is trying. I couldn't be more grateful to the fact that he always tries so hard to do these things that his body just doesn't allow him to do very easily. He could just stop trying after 3 years of not getting it, but he wants to hold his head up and sit. He wants to move his legs and hopefully walk someday. He's an amazing little man!
To say I'm proud would probably be the understatement of the year. My heart is full of love and awe for everything he does and every little thing he accomplishes. It's easy for all of us to compare ourselves to others because its just a part of our human nature. Just make sure you take that extra time to appreciate the small things that make each of us special.
Thursday, March 31, 2016
Thursday, March 3, 2016
Transitions
Hi everyone!
I apologize for it being over a month since my last blog post! I try my best to update little things on Facebook and post lots of pictures but I know many people are interested in Jameson's overall health and what's coming up for him. I believe in my last blog update, I mentioned the tethered cord surgery and how that is on the list of possible things to do coming up this year. After much thought and discussion, we've decided to make a trip to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester for an overall health assessment and second opinion on the tethered cord surgery. Currently, Jameson has about 10 different specialists that he sees along with his regular doctors. The plan is to stay in Rochester for a week and see all the different departments along with whatever tests they need to make decisions on what the best treatments are. After that stay, we will have a meeting and discuss if there is anything else we should be doing or any changes to his current medications/therapies. We are very excited to get into the Mayo system not only for the amazing team of doctors they have there but for all the clinical trials and research studies they have at their disposal. It's something I've been thinking about doing for a while and the timing just seemed right.
Speaking of transitions, we had a big meeting a couple weeks ago with the school system therapists and case managers regarding Jameson starting preschool in the fall. It seems so crazy that this little peanut will actually be ready to go to a school 4 days a week but its here and we're finally wrapping our minds around the idea. The program is only for 2 1/2 hours a day, but its still very scary to us! This little man hasn't been out of our sight since he was born, so the thought of trusting someone else enough to care for him the way we do is difficult but needed. I have heard from many other special needs moms that the growth they've seen in their kids once they've gone to school and interacted with others is just amazing. We're very excited to see what this new chapter of Jameson's life will do for his development and overall happiness.
As always, thanks for stopping by and checking to see the latest on everything little man. We appreciate all the love and support that our family has received in these last 2 1/2 years and continues to receive daily. Love to you all!
I apologize for it being over a month since my last blog post! I try my best to update little things on Facebook and post lots of pictures but I know many people are interested in Jameson's overall health and what's coming up for him. I believe in my last blog update, I mentioned the tethered cord surgery and how that is on the list of possible things to do coming up this year. After much thought and discussion, we've decided to make a trip to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester for an overall health assessment and second opinion on the tethered cord surgery. Currently, Jameson has about 10 different specialists that he sees along with his regular doctors. The plan is to stay in Rochester for a week and see all the different departments along with whatever tests they need to make decisions on what the best treatments are. After that stay, we will have a meeting and discuss if there is anything else we should be doing or any changes to his current medications/therapies. We are very excited to get into the Mayo system not only for the amazing team of doctors they have there but for all the clinical trials and research studies they have at their disposal. It's something I've been thinking about doing for a while and the timing just seemed right.
Speaking of transitions, we had a big meeting a couple weeks ago with the school system therapists and case managers regarding Jameson starting preschool in the fall. It seems so crazy that this little peanut will actually be ready to go to a school 4 days a week but its here and we're finally wrapping our minds around the idea. The program is only for 2 1/2 hours a day, but its still very scary to us! This little man hasn't been out of our sight since he was born, so the thought of trusting someone else enough to care for him the way we do is difficult but needed. I have heard from many other special needs moms that the growth they've seen in their kids once they've gone to school and interacted with others is just amazing. We're very excited to see what this new chapter of Jameson's life will do for his development and overall happiness.
As always, thanks for stopping by and checking to see the latest on everything little man. We appreciate all the love and support that our family has received in these last 2 1/2 years and continues to receive daily. Love to you all!
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