Today I'm sad to be leaving you, Baby Rae, and your parents to return home. However, I am overjoyed at having spent 5 weeks with you!! During that time I've seen you learn so many new things, and I've grown quite attached to you -- thus tears of joy and sadness mixed together.
Let me tell you something Willow -- you have amazing parents who are doing everything in their power to see that you get the therapy and instruction you need to fulfill your own personal potential. They work diligently at keeping you focused, giving you good nutrition, and providing a safe, happy environment for you to grow up in.
Seven days ago your little sister, Raewyn Beth, was born. Now that she's home, her cries are upsetting to you. Mommy and Daddy are very consoling holding you and telling you over and over "it's okay Willow."
Through all the changes you've endured the past week, you've regressed a bit -- I don't blame you for pulling back -- it's a lot to handle. You know what? I know in my heart you'll bounce back and come out of the safe space you've temporarily created for yourself.
Grammie is praying for you Sweetie. I love you so much, and I can't wait to see you on Skype very soon.
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Learning - Written 8/1/11
Grammie has been staying with you and your parents the past 3 weeks. I live in Indiana and will be returning there in one more week. I will miss you terribly!
In just 3 weeks you have learned so much. When I first arrived you preferred your stand up mirror toy to all others and could barely push the buttons. Now you leave that toy to explore by crawling all over the house. Sometimes you stand up then let go -- and the best part is when you let go, you close your eyes and stand alone. You are so proud of yourself girl! You usually fall down because you're smiling so big.
You really love your rocking motorcycle and are experimenting with letting go of the handles now -- pretty scary. You and I play a game I call "Kisses" where you bend your head down for me to kiss it when I say the word. So sweet. I love you so much Willow!
In just 3 weeks you have learned so much. When I first arrived you preferred your stand up mirror toy to all others and could barely push the buttons. Now you leave that toy to explore by crawling all over the house. Sometimes you stand up then let go -- and the best part is when you let go, you close your eyes and stand alone. You are so proud of yourself girl! You usually fall down because you're smiling so big.
You really love your rocking motorcycle and are experimenting with letting go of the handles now -- pretty scary. You and I play a game I call "Kisses" where you bend your head down for me to kiss it when I say the word. So sweet. I love you so much Willow!
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