Guest guest Posted December 9, 2008 Report Share Posted December 9, 2008 Wahoo!!!!!?? Way to go !?? Congratulations!!! ?Blessings, homeschooling Mom to AJ (14), (10), ^l^, (age 7, Trisomy 18 mosaic AKA 's syndrome) and Birgitta (age 5, adoption finalized 2/1/05 !!, Trisomy 21 AKA Down's Syndrome, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Autism, SID) is walking!!! Hi Everyone, I have to share with folks who understand so well the accomplishments of our children.... my son, , took his first independent steps today at 10:30am!! is 5 years and 3 months old. 's personal aide couldn't wait to call us, as this moment took place at school. We were told at one point that he had a tethered spinal cord, needed anti-anxiety meds and that he was " stubborn " . While these professionals honestly meant well, the reality was that was going to achieve this milestone in his own time. My husband and I believe that all of the therapies (OT,PT and SP, as well as ABA) played a role, however, we personally believe that hippotherapy was a good choice for , as we have seen improvements in his trunk control, gait, sound production and overall confidence over the past several months since he started. Of course, this is not everyone's experience, but I feel compelled to share this with the group in the event that there may be a family out there who's child may also benefit from equine movement. Anyway, thanks for listening and our hope is for all on the list serv to experience the miracle that we did this morning. While achievements do not necessarily occur on the timeline or in the way that we expect for our children, there is always hope for the unexpected simply because we know it is possible. Our heroic children have shown us this time and time again. Merry Christmas and abundant blessings to all in 2009. May the miracle you've been hoping for be realized!!! Best, Mom to , DS/PDD-NOS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2008 Report Share Posted December 9, 2008 - stars to BRIAN!! MAy he join some of the marathons soon - and NOW babyproof up higher!!!! > > Wahoo!!!!!?? Way to go !?? Congratulations!!! > > ?Blessings, > > > homeschooling Mom to AJ (14), (10), ^l^, > (age 7, Trisomy 18 mosaic AKA 's syndrome) and Birgitta (age 5, > adoption finalized 2/1/05 !!, Trisomy 21 AKA Down's Syndrome, Fetal Alcohol > Syndrome, Autism, SID) > > > is walking!!! > > Hi Everyone, > > I have to share with folks who understand so well the accomplishments of > our > children.... my son, , took his first independent steps today at > 10:30am!! > is 5 years and 3 months old. 's personal aide couldn't wait to > call > us, as this moment took place at school. > > We were told at one point that he had a tethered spinal cord, needed > anti-anxiety meds and that he was " stubborn " . While these professionals > honestly > meant well, the reality was that was going to achieve this milestone > in > his own time. My husband and I believe that all of the therapies (OT,PT and > SP, > as well as ABA) played a role, however, we personally believe that > hippotherapy > was a good choice for , as we have seen improvements in his trunk > control, > gait, sound production and overall confidence over the past several months > since > he started. > > Of course, this is not everyone's experience, but I feel compelled to share > this > with the group in the event that there may be a family out there who's > child may > also benefit from equine movement. > > Anyway, thanks for listening and our hope is for all on the list serv to > experience the miracle that we did this morning. While achievements do not > necessarily occur on the timeline or in the way that we expect for our > children, > there is always hope for the unexpected simply because we know it is > possible. > Our heroic children have shown us this time and time again. > > Merry Christmas and abundant blessings to all in 2009. May the miracle > you've > been hoping for be realized!!! > > > Best, > > > Mom to , DS/PDD-NOS > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2008 Report Share Posted December 9, 2008 Oh congratulations!!!! I'm so excited for you guys! Enjoy the fruits of all your hard work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2008 Report Share Posted December 9, 2008 Hurray!!! And soon, when you write us to tell us all the trouble he is in BECAUSE he is walking, we'll remind you how happy you are today! Congratulations ! Go Get 'em! JOan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2008 Report Share Posted December 9, 2008 Hurrah !!! Oh happy hearts in the McDonnell family thank you for sharing! (more) Unexpected joys, Kris > > > Hi Everyone, > > I have to share with folks who understand so well the accomplishments of our children.... my son, , took his first independent steps today at 10:30am!! is 5 years and 3 months old. 's personal aide couldn't wait to call us, as this moment took place at school. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 10, 2008 Report Share Posted December 10, 2008 Way to go !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 10, 2008 Report Share Posted December 10, 2008 Thanks, Kris, I'm smiling so much that my face hurts!!!! Wishing all of us many unexpected joys!! To: @...: kaprisock@...: Wed, 10 Dec 2008 03:33:42 +0000Subject: Re: is walking!!! Hurrah !!!Oh happy hearts in the McDonnell family thank you for sharing!(more) Unexpected joys, Kris>> > Hi Everyone,> > I have to share with folks who understand so well the accomplishments of our children.... my son, , took his first independent steps today at 10:30am!! is 5 years and 3 months old. 's personal aide couldn't wait to call us, as this moment took place at school. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 10, 2008 Report Share Posted December 10, 2008 Thank you so much for your support! I also appreciate your e-mails, Margaret and . Wishing all of us on the listserv many miracles. To: @...: 89moreducks@...: Wed, 10 Dec 2008 02:39:56 +0000Subject: Re: is walking!!! Oh congratulations!!!! I'm so excited for you guys! Enjoy the fruitsof all your hard work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 10, 2008 Report Share Posted December 10, 2008 , this is truly a Blessing celebration of the outcome has benefit from due to seeking the trials of interventions you had looked into and took action. Thank you for sharing your experience on what has helped Brain as due to the incredible results shown and may he continue to do well too. Hugs! Irma,20,DS/ASD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 10, 2008 Report Share Posted December 10, 2008 all right brian! hope the school got pictures. maybe you will do it at home too for mom and dad to ge some pictures. keep up the hard work! hugs! shawna  Wishing all a very Merry Chirstmas!  http://sewshawna.blogspot.com ________________________________ To: " " < > Sent: Tuesday, December 9, 2008 7:48:43 PM Subject: is walking!!! Hi Everyone, I have to share with folks who understand so well the accomplishments of our children.... my son, , took his first independent steps today at 10:30am!! is 5 years and 3 months old. 's personal aide couldn't wait to call us, as this moment took place at school. We were told at one point that he had a tethered spinal cord, needed anti-anxiety meds and that he was " stubborn " . While these professionals honestly meant well, the reality was that was going to achieve this milestone in his own time. My husband and I believe that all of the therapies (OT,PT and SP, as well as ABA) played a role, however, we personally believe that hippotherapy was a good choice for , as we have seen improvements in his trunk control, gait, sound production and overall confidence over the past several months since he started. Of course, this is not everyone's experience, but I feel compelled to share this with the group in the event that there may be a family out there who's child may also benefit from equine movement. Anyway, thanks for listening and our hope is for all on the list serv to experience the miracle that we did this morning. While achievements do not necessarily occur on the timeline or in the way that we expect for our children, there is always hope for the unexpected simply because we know it is possible. Our heroic children have shown us this time and time again. Merry Christmas and abundant blessings to all in 2009. May the miracle you've been hoping for be realized!!! Best, Mom to , DS/PDD-NOS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 10, 2008 Report Share Posted December 10, 2008 Thanks Irma and a for your words of encouragement! Our listserv is awesome!! - To: @...: itcanfield@...: Wed, 10 Dec 2008 14:38:09 +0000Subject: Re: is walking!!! , this is truly a Blessing celebration of the outcome hasbenefit from due to seeking the trials of interventions you had lookedinto and took action.Thank you for sharing your experience on what has helped Brain as dueto the incredible results shown and may he continue to do well too.Hugs!Irma,20,DS/ASD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 10, 2008 Report Share Posted December 10, 2008 , What wonderful news!!! (4 1/2) didn't walk until she was a little over 3 1/2, so I know the joy you are experiencing. Back then every child I knew that had Down Syndrome (prior to joining this group) walked so much earlier than . Everybody kept saying " oh don't worry she'll walk " , but it seemed to be taking so long that I was having my doubts. What a wonderful Christmas gift for & your family. Nina is walking!!! Hi Everyone, I have to share with folks who understand so well the accomplishments of our children.... my son, , took his first independent steps today at 10:30am!! is 5 years and 3 months old. 's personal aide couldn't wait to call us, as this moment took place at school. We were told at one point that he had a tethered spinal cord, needed anti-anxiety meds and that he was " stubborn " . While these professionals honestly meant well, the reality was that was going to achieve this milestone in his own time. My husband and I believe that all of the therapies (OT,PT and SP, as well as ABA) played a role, however, we personally believe that hippotherapy was a good choice for , as we have seen improvements in his trunk control, gait, sound production and overall confidence over the past several months since he started. Of course, this is not everyone's experience, but I feel compelled to share this with the group in the event that there may be a family out there who's child may also benefit from equine movement. Anyway, thanks for listening and our hope is for all on the list serv to experience the miracle that we did this morning. While achievements do not necessarily occur on the timeline or in the way that we expect for our children, there is always hope for the unexpected simply because we know it is possible. Our heroic children have shown us this time and time again. Merry Christmas and abundant blessings to all in 2009. May the miracle you've been hoping for be realized!!! Best, Mom to , DS/PDD-NOS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 10, 2008 Report Share Posted December 10, 2008 Thank you, Nina, we are delighted and blessed! To: @...: misstiddle@...: Wed, 10 Dec 2008 15:08:22 -0500Subject: Re: is walking!!! ,What wonderful news!!! (4 1/2) didn't walk until she was a little over 3 1/2, so I know the joy you are experiencing. Back then every child I knew that had Down Syndrome (prior to joining this group) walked so much earlier than . Everybody kept saying " oh don't worry she'll walk " , but it seemed to be taking so long that I was having my doubts.What a wonderful Christmas gift for & your family.Nina is walking!!!Hi Everyone,I have to share with folks who understand so well the accomplishments of our children.... my son, , took his first independent steps today at 10:30am!! is 5 years and 3 months old. 's personal aide couldn't wait to call us, as this moment took place at school.We were told at one point that he had a tethered spinal cord, needed anti-anxiety meds and that he was " stubborn " . While these professionals honestly meant well, the reality was that was going to achieve this milestone in his own time. My husband and I believe that all of the therapies (OT,PT and SP, as well as ABA) played a role, however, we personally believe that hippotherapy was a good choice for , as we have seen improvements in his trunk control, gait, sound production and overall confidence over the past several months since he started.Of course, this is not everyone's experience, but I feel compelled to share this with the group in the event that there may be a family out there who's child may also benefit from equine movement.Anyway, thanks for listening and our hope is for all on the list serv to experience the miracle that we did this morning. While achievements do not necessarily occur on the timeline or in the way that we expect for our children, there is always hope for the unexpected simply because we know it is possible. Our heroic children have shown us this time and time again.Merry Christmas and abundant blessings to all in 2009. May the miracle you've been hoping for be realized!!!Best,Mom to , DS/PDD-NOS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 10, 2008 Report Share Posted December 10, 2008 Hooray! was four and a half when he first walked. Rejoicing for you! Beth is walking!!! Hi Everyone, I have to share with folks who understand so well the accomplishments of our children.... my son, , took his first independent steps today at 10:30am!! is 5 years and 3 months old. 's personal aide couldn't wait to call us, as this moment took place at school. We were told at one point that he had a tethered spinal cord, needed anti-anxiety meds and that he was " stubborn " . While these professionals honestly meant well, the reality was that was going to achieve this milestone in his own time. My husband and I believe that all of the therapies (OT,PT and SP, as well as ABA) played a role, however, we personally believe that hippotherapy was a good choice for , as we have seen improvements in his trunk control, gait, sound production and overall confidence over the past several months since he started. Of course, this is not everyone's experience, but I feel compelled to share this with the group in the event that there may be a family out there who's child may also benefit from equine movement. Anyway, thanks for listening and our hope is for all on the list serv to experience the miracle that we did this morning. While achievements do not necessarily occur on the timeline or in the way that we expect for our children, there is always hope for the unexpected simply because we know it is possible. Our heroic children have shown us this time and time again. Merry Christmas and abundant blessings to all in 2009. May the miracle you've been hoping for be realized!!! Best, Mom to , DS/PDD-NOS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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