We will miss you Cyndie!
Today was a special day! A day to celebrate just how far we have come. Luke’s play therapist had her final visit. She is such an amazing person. She came in with a birthday cake and she explained to Luke that now is he is going to be three so she won’t be coming anymore because she only works with babies. He’s a BIG BOY now! Luke was proud. We had a wonderful visit and just sat at the kitchen table and talked. We remembered back to her very first visit. She brought in a farm animal set. We tried to help Luke make any sounds. Imitate a cow, pig, horse, anything. For seven months we heard nothing! What a celebration to sit together today and hear all of Luke’s talking. She taught me many things. She empowered me to be an advocate for my son. She taught everyone in the house what a powerful role they have Luke’s life. She was always honest with me. I admire her very much. She has made a difference in so many peoples lives.
I let Lily miss a little school because she really wanted to say good bye. Cyndie always brought Lily things she could do with Luke during the week. Lily is already an awesome teacher!
They say it takes a village to raise a child. I believe it takes two to raise a child with special needs.
A sweet Kiss for a wonderful person!
Cyndie heading out with all those big bags of toys for the last time.
We have accomplished so much… thank you for all you have done!
We will miss you.
September 24th, 2009 at 1:16 pm
Thank you so much for posting your videos of Luke on Youtube and sharing your blog. I’m surfing for info on speech apraxia today because my 18-month-old isn’t talking at all, although he clearly understands everything he hears. I appreciated seeing Luke in his first sessions, because my son seems just like him. I appreciated seeing what a speech therapy session would be like. I’m so glad to know there are people who can help.
Also, thanks for sharing the story about your family making a sacrafice in order to keep Luke in therapy. I was so moved by that beautiful story.
September 25th, 2009 at 1:13 pm
Ann, Glad you found us! You are in the hardest stage of all. Wondering, not knowing, searching for answers. If I can help you at all don’t ever hesitate. I may not have the answers but there are a lot of people on this blog who can. Love and prayers, Jen