2009 is a very special year to us, because we discovered "Cuevas Medek Therapy". WOW what a year! It seems only a few short months ago that we celebrated the coming of this new therapy. Austin is really enjoying his preschool class. His friends in his class are so great and watch over him and his needs. These kids are so great to watch at that young age with there care and compassion. Austin participated in his Christmas program for the first time this year. He enjoyed ringing the bell and making his own song up with his noises. With my parents in town we enjoyed a white Christmas up in Flagstaff with family. Austin and Zach enjoyed sled riding for the first time and were all giggles and smiles, except for one minor accident on the hill, but glad to report no injuries. Seeing Santa this year was quite challenging for Santa. When Austin was asked what he wanted for Christmas, big brother Zach helped him and said "Austin would like a Baby Einstein DVD and to learn how to walk." What a great big brother. Santa gave us a smile and a nod. Austin still amazes us everyday with his mobility, sounds, eye contact, appetite and participation with activities. He loves to wrestle with daddy and Zach. He's become quite good at scooting, hopping and pulling to stand. He experiments with free standing within arms reach of objects and can stand independently for 30 seconds to 2 minutes. The joy in his face is so awesome. Daddy is so great at the routine of therapy for 30 minutes everyday. We have all been so excited to these advancements and watch Austin discover so many new things. We are planning a trip to Montreal, Quebec next June to meet up with Ramon (Austin's miracle therapist) to work with him for two weeks. Ramon travels during Chile`s winter months. Ramon was so amazed to see Austin cruising the countertop. He loved it. What a whole new world for Austin and he knows it. We thank GOD everyday for leading us to Ramon` and giving us the motivation to work the exercises with Austin daily. Who knows...up next we will be blogging about Austin's first independent steps and first words. Hard work and prayer will get us there.