Several days ago I took JB to a developmental pediatrician.  He still has some weakness on his right side.  She was great and spent about an hour with us.  As with everyone else that observes him, the weakness is definitely there but no one seems to know why.  Probably the most unifying theory is that he in fact did have a small stroke in utero in the left part of the brain.  Apraxia is also about motor planning and the lack of it.  So, whether  it was a stroke, bodily motor planning issues or something else, he has compensated well.  The weakness is not easily detected but very present if you know what to look for.  She saw no major flags and assumes he will outgrow it.  If it does get worse, our next step is a neurologist.

This past week JB started putting 3 words together.  Momma Help Me never sounded so good!  He still plugs away with therapy 3 times a week and seeing his improvement, makes me a huge proponent of early intervention!

We are down to the last 10 days of school.  Getting excited to not have to be out of the house early every morning.  The boys are also getting older and more independent that they don't require as much supervision when we go to parks, etc.  I can sit back a bit and watch!  B is still on track for perfect attendance.  He has worked so hard at staying healthy and so thankful he enjoys school.  I am sure it is more because of the social aspect than the learning aspect, buy hey, he enjoys it!

This weekend I am heading to the northwestern part of the state for a conference with some women from my church.  A quick trip but looking forward to some great music, fun and fellowship.  I think JR might take the boys camping!  I just need to make sure there is some food around to eat!

Off to grab B from school and help a friend pack up her house, who will be moving out of state in the near future!  One of the pinochle gals....:-)