I managed to sneak in a few hours of reading yesterday just before bed. Holden is making so much progress, and Ella and Mrs. Harris (Holden's Mother) is floating on cloud nine with Holden singing and responding to her more than he has in years. Holden's singing and actually said a word to Ella, he communicated to his mother through his PECS cards and his his own way asked for Ella to join them in church. Ella accepted.....
For any other high school senior this would mean nothing but every milestone for an autistic child is celebrated, especially when you have waited FIFTEEN years to see it again in your child. My son was a bit younger when he lost his speech but it is devastating. However life goes on whether we want it to or not, so my philosophy is that I give myself one day to feel sorry for myself and let the shock wear off and then I begin to form a plan of action. It works for me, but perhaps it is not for everyone. Have a great Halloween!
Savannah
