Wow as we say goodbye to another year 2012 is about to close, we celebrate Christmas! Happy Birthday Jesus!! I was blessed to wake up to another day after I had stayed up late setting everything up for the boys. We stayed in a normal routine, but the boys we're super excited. This year was a lot different then previous years. Thomas Jeremiah and Malcolm we're all over stimulated by the change but Thomas AMAZED me after all the rumble was over.. he played. Now you may not understand what I mean by that, so let me explain. Getting toys has meant nothing to my boys, they open they break things they would loose interest right away, or touch it once - it is hard to buy for a special needs child. This year, Thomas PLAYED with two toys .. without words but he played crashing and driving them I took a lot of pictures and cried as I watched my 6 year old do something so typical it blew my mind. Words cannot express how thankful I was for such a progression, such a moment, for me to be able to see it as well!

 

My heart goes out to all the shooting victims, I prayed a little harder today for peace in the heart of all those effected. I could not imagine being in that situation. God bless their souls. 

 

I think that as I lay my head down tonight my biggest thought is how far my son Thomas has come. Autism does not define who anyone is, especially him. He defines Autism .. ..

 

Count your blessings .. tomorrow is never promised!