Tonight, as I was putting laundry away, I could hear Sam and Gabby playing together in the living room, conversing with one another like two typical children. Sam was speaking very clearly using complete sentences...not missing a word. It was truly music to my ears and it put a huge smile on my face.
He is getting older and better as time goes on. I knew with all the hard work, he would get better. In so many different situations, I see this whole new little boy. He's playing with typical children, conversing with them and just wanting to be with them. Remember, that over 3 1/2 years ago, this was a little boy with no words, wasn't even expected to talk. His autism level was severe. He is now on the mild side and he's come so far and I am so very proud of him.
We are working on the potty training with Sam these days. He is able to stay dry at school and is even now initiating that he has to "go potty" at home. However, he refuses to do the #2 on the potty and we are working on that. As a parent, I can't wait to get that part done!
Sam is very excited about our new camper we bought last weekend. He can't wait to get it to the campground in April. It's got everything he asked for...bunks for him and Gabby and a slide-out! It's great to see him excited about things to come. He's also looking forward to Santa coming as he's been going through the Toys R Us Christmas flyer over and over again for the past week picking out the doll houses and kitchens he wants. Yes, Gabby has taught Sam well!
We all had a great Halloween this year with taking our golf carts out trick 'r' treating. Auntie Lisa and Uncle Fran had their golf cart and we had ours. It was so nice having the whole family with us this year too! We had Grandma and Grandpa Sheidy, Kristie, Emma and Jeff, Auntie Lisa, Uncle Fran, Brittany & Christine. Sam and Gabby got alot of candy and really enjoyed the night.
Sam has a school review coming up this Thursday, and a visit with his neurologist next week. I'm sure these visits will be the most positive ones yet.
As I have said many times, Sam will beat Autism. And based on his progress, he's not far off from doing it.
Great job buddy! Keep up the good, hard work!!! We love you...
