Nothing can make me happier than a great report from one of AnnaKate's therapists. Today I got a text from AnnaKate's speech pathologist,
"Guess who said bus, bye bye, Lissa (therapists nickname), shhh, thank you and tons of sounds. This is not a joke, she is really starting to talk!"
I have been hearing lots of new sounds and word approximations too, but I always don't believe it until someone else says they hear it too.
We are thrilled beyond words to see progress. I can't thank Melissa, her speech pathologist, enough! She has had AnnaKate since she was one and we just LOVE her!
We are thrilled beyond words to see progress. I can't thank Melissa, her speech pathologist, enough! She has had AnnaKate since she was one and we just LOVE her!
Billy and I married in 1998 after dating for 6 years. In 2006 we adopted AnnaKate. We were lucky enough to meet her birth mother and take her home from the hospital. At about 4 months old, AnnaKate was diagnosed with Rubinstein-Taybi Syndrome. Through all of AnnaKate's struggles and delays she surprises and delights us daily! Thanks for marking this spot and coming back often to check in on us.
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This is big news! It's so great that she I talking! Yay way to go annakate! =)
That is awesome news!!! Way to go AK!!
What a blessing. I am so hopeful for Noah and so proud of AnnaKate. I am sure you are thrilled. Happy Holidays.
What a great Christmas gift! Can't wait to hear about her progress from here!
why didnt I hear about this until now?!?!? THIS IS HUGE! I cnat wait for her to say bye bye to me!
Whoo hoo! That is wonderful news Way to talk up a storm, AK!
Whoohoo! You know, Emma's speech took off around age 3 or 4. I found a journal entry where I had written that all I wanted was for her to be able to tell me if she was hungry or thirsty or hurting. And to hear her say "Mama" and "I love you." At the time, it seemed impossible, but now it is a normal part of our day.
Now (she'll be 7 in February), I look forward to her being able to have a conversation with me - to tell me about her day at school or about a trip to her grandparents. I'm sure it will happen someday.
So, when are we getting our girls together?? We'll be home most of Christmas! Let's try to do it!
How exciting! I am so happy to hear this great news. What a great way to celebrate the Christmas season.
I can't wait to hear what all she has to say! Wonderful news!
WOOOOOO-HOOOOOOOO!!! That child is amazing and wonderful. So happy for you all. GO AK!! Love, Cat
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