Well, soccer started again today. 7 weeks in the Fall and then 7 more in the Spring. This is Mary's 3rd year playing soccer - and we had some issues in the Fall. She wasn't sure she wanted to play - she didn't like to run -- hello? this is soccer. You have to run. Anyway...I think we have moved past that and are looking forward to a great soccer season. The other bonus compared to the Fall is that Katie is so much calmer on her new meds that she was able to sit for the majority of the game and eat popcorn and just hang out. She has never been able to do that before. The risperdal is working. And we think we have the dosing at just about the perfect levels. It has taken some work, but it is so great to have people come up to us and say "Wow, Katie is doing great. What are you guys doing differently?" First I want to say - God is doing it! He directed us to a great neurologist who isn't afraid to use medications to help this kids. So PTL for that. Also, God is really working in Katie's body -aside from the meds. She is learning to sign. This has been such a huge blessing for her, as well as for all of her caretakers. Honestly, a year ago, I never would have imagined that she would be signing. Now, her speech therapist at the hospital just told me this past week that she believes Katie will be able to read - at least at a functional level if not higher. I have never let my mind go to that point in my hopes for Katie, so for me that is a huge thing to work towards. We are so excited.
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Thrilling to read of Katie's progress. Seems like God is working in your life, Jill. So excited to journey with you, albeit via blogging! =)
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