Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Day three of therapy.....Austin had a very hard day, he never cried but he had alot of frusteration and anger at therapy, he did many new exercises today, and wasn't quite sure that he liked a single one of them. It was apparent that Austin's little brain wasn't sure what to do, whether to accept the exercises or fight against them. Ramone has a way with him and thank god for the gift he has to work with children and their immature brains. We ate dinner outside tonight, a real healthy meal of McDonalds. Thanks to my friend Beth who came here, she passed on some good advice. It was very easy to order, numero uno with coca cola light!!!! At least I'll be eating. We sat outside by the fountains and Austin really enjoyed watching the water going up and down. It is so fun to watch him smile and laugh at such simple things. Our living arrangements have become a little better. We got a big comforter for Austin and now he can sit on the floor and climb onto the bed. It's the little things that make the bigger picture so much better. So hopefully he will tire himself out so he goes to bed earlier than between 11pm and 2am. I realized today that every where I go and they are playing music, whether in the grocery stores or past houses, the music is American music. It is so funny watching them move to this music and sing it, and then if you try to talk to them in English they don't understand! That's our adventure for today.

4 comments:

aunt pam said...

Oh Erika, I am so impressed by you and how you are dealing with all of this. It sounds so amazing what is transpiring. It sounds like Austin is working so hard. I am praying for you everyday. Love you both, Auntie.

mamamia said...

Yep- that was my routine -McDonalds at the park after therapy!! And Coca Cola light (instead of diet). Glad you are eating :)

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Anonymous said...

they do say the third day is the hardest!! and after that....smooth sailing!!! :)