SEVEN

Seven is a loaded number, so many associations, and so much superstition.  I am trying not to, BUT I can't help but wonder and hope and pray that this year is another big one for James. Last year brought sleep, increased awareness, and a return to his general, happy disposition.  He also had a growth spurt and weight gain.  Of course therapy and school played their important roles, but me thinks the major addition of a daily good night sleep has played the heaviest hand in these positive developments.  James' self stimulation has increased and I am told this corresponds to his increased awareness.  Sort of like his brain's way of handling all the new sights, sounds, and experiences that it is letting in.  I am not pleased that this "stimming" now occasionally gets in the way of daily life, both in school and out.  Increasing his "sensory diet" should help (including the implementation of a weighted vest at school).  We will see.  Regardless, it will all have to wait!  Between the two feet plus inches of snow that delayed our return for school AND the boy who developed a stomach bug as soon as we got back, we are done with school and therapy until next year.   Tomorrow, if I think James can make the trip without the need to be close to a bathroom, we are heading back to our little ski chalet.  Merry Christmas everyone. May the new year bring only wonderful developments for us all!