Dear family and friends
Road trip!
Today we got to visit Grayson in his apartment. He had already made dinner with some assistance. Tonight he had chicken and rice with fresh broccoli and salad. By the time we arrived, he had already cleaned and put away the dishes.
He has a weekly allotment of $25 for activities. He chose to spend about half at the billiard parlor yesterday, and he has several opportunities to choose from for the next few days.
After not seeing him for two days, we were pleased at the increased clarity of his speech. Instead of having him repeat everything several times for understanding, we could generally make out what he was saying on the first pass. Everything was faster – his walk, his speech, his understanding, his responses.
Grayson was so glad to see us! He gave us big hugs and was excited to tell us what he had been doing. We delivered mail from home, family pictures to put on his bulletin board, and National Geographic magazines to read. He was thrilled with the new "stuff".
This is a wonderful facility, and after only a few days, Grayson is showing rapid signs of growth. We are blessed to have the opportunity to be here.
Pax!
Brant
He spent half his weekly budget at the pool hall.
ReplyDeleteAnd this is a victory.
The Almighty is indeed merciful... and, clearly, also has his own special sense of humor.
Each day we receive a new thrill as you tune us in to what's going on with Grayson. Thank you for letting us share the joy.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Robin G.
WOW! His progress is accelerating! Ditto to what Robin said!
ReplyDelete~Cathy Gredell