The Best Gifts of All...

As Christmas approaches, I have to admit that I've been selfish with negativity about this holiday season, i.e, the budget, the lack of time to shop for everyone, and when we finally do get to shop...all the wrapping! But, in reality, none of what I have mentioned is important. What is important is that we are all healthy (not counting my sinus infection) and I look forward to being with my family. The best gift that I have received this year is the progress my son Sam has made over the past year. He conquered and mastered just about everything that he has been taught at school. He's learned to say "I Love You" and the best for me is that he's learned to say "Nonny" (that's how Sam says Mommy). He hugs, kisses, smiles, laughs, imitates, plays with peers, counts to 20, recites the alphabet and so on. I realize there are times when Sam's behavior can be extremely trying...to the point that I feel like throwing in the towel. But, as I sit here and write about my son, I remember how badly Adam and I wanted children and how hard we tried and the end result was our beautiful twins. Sam was dealt a crappy set of cards given the fact that he has Autism as many children that we know also have, but honestly, things could be a lot worse than what they are. I don't want any gifts for Christmas this year, because I've been given the best gifts already...Sam's amazing progress, a beautiful new Granddaughter Emma, and the best family & friends anyone could ever ask for. Merry Christmas to you all....