April 16, 2017 "Easter"

Our little sunshine all dressed up to go Praise the Lord. 

 Rayden and I enjoyed our time together during Spring Break. We played outside in the clubhouse every day. Here is a short video clip of Rayden making animal sounds.  Rayden has been talking about going to see the Easter Bunny all week. After driving an hour and standing in line for another half an hour, I just knew he would really enjoy seeing him. Boy, I was wrong. He screamed like someone pinched him just as soon as Michael placed him on the Easter Bunny's lap. 

 Rayden's very first Easter Egg Hunt at Lee's Chapel OFWB Church. He picked up 9 eggs. 

Rayden colored eggs for the first time. He actually did very well and seemed to enjoy himself. Although he hates stickers ON HIM, he didn't mind decorating his eggs with stickers. 

 

We enjoyed Easter Sunday Service at Redemption Hill church.

March 21, 2017 "Clubhouse"

We have really been searching for something special Rayden could play with outside. He can't really enjoy a sandbox because the sand will get in his cable hinges. He can't climb a slide, ride a bike, or chase a ball YET!! But he loves outdoors. He really needed something he could play with/on instead of just walking around. I searched for just the perfect thing and I think I found it. This clubhouse has a bench, grill, bar, sink, stove, doorbell, fireplace, pantry, door, and windows all the way around so Rayden can hold onto something inside and out. We even made a floor out of plywood and foam floor puzzles. He absolutely loves it!!

March 20, 2017 "First independent steps"

April (baby sitter) and Emily (physical therapist) have been working with Rayden on balancing himself on his own without holding onto anything. They call it a "surprise". In this short video clip you can hear me saying "surprise" as he lets go of his walker for a long time at the end!! 

Within three days of the "surprise" video Rayden actually let go and took two steps AWAY from his walker!! He is getting so brave letting go of his walker and balancing himself on his own two feet!