Update on Zachary's appt

Today we started the process to have Zachary tested for Autism. There is actually a neurodevelopmental ped that does a clinic hear every few months and it is tough to get in. We had our first screening today and Zachary was himself completley. It was actually good to hear someone that is trained in seeing the signs actually say that he exhibts so many of the characteristics. He is definitley high functioning, but as she went through the list of things, I was shocked. He really has so many of the little things. She said that from what she saw, he already qualified for special ed pre-school and would be referring us as well as referring us to other programs.

I really have so many mixed emotions about this. I thought that we were done with all of Zachary's major issues, and now this. She said that she also believes that he will need to be referred to Neuro due to some tic behaviors and seziure like activity he has that we have always assumed was just no big deal. There is just so many more layers than we thought.

I am excited to be finding out that we are not just bad parents that can't control our child, that he acts the way he does for a reason and that we have someone who can help. One step at a time.

My first BLOG POST

I can't believe that I am actually doing this! I know no one will actually read this, but hey, at least I can say I did it and it will be a way to remember the amazing things God does in our lives.

Today is a beautiful day. I have the windows open, the fans on, it is so peaceful. It amazes me how the weather can really change your mood and how your mood can affect your kids mood. In a few minutes Zachary is getting evaluated for learning disabilities...we will see how that goes. Grace has a cold but is still adorable. She loves wiping her own nose. Also, in the last week, she decided that she wants to put herself to bed. Our baby has grown up. No more rocking our baby to sleep. :( So very sad. I can honestly say though that I am done. Four is so my limit. Now, if God were to work a miracle and something not of this world happened, obviously, I would reconsider. Oh, and I filled out my FASFA to return to school in the fall. I want to do nursing. I feel that with all we have been through that I would bring a special heart to it. Devon and Joshua are doing great. Devon is such a great kid. He loves dancing at the youth services at church and is looking forward to a disco dance at school. And Joshua, is Joshua! Running. jumping, flipping, full of life.

Well, I am really glad that I took this leap of faith and pray that this is something that I continue to do. This could be the start of an awesome thing!

TTFN!