Spotlight on Connor

I don't get to do this often so when I can it makes my day. Connor had a great day today. Her session at occupational therapy was so good her therapist gave her some lollies. As many of you know we have been battling Sensory Integration Disorder with Connor and have had some rough times. But today she was able to be spun around in a chair 3 times one way and 3 times the other and then stand up and lace a string through some holes. She followed directions and was able to understand that she was too much like a rabbit (running wild and fast) and make herself slow down to a turtle (calm and easy going) Regulating Self has been a huge issue for Connor and to hear that she has been able to do that, even for a few moments was wonderful news. She is also coloring pictures now and can draw faces and even draw a picture of Ted with his watch on his arm. She is now able to get on an escalator without crying - before she was just too scared. Above is a picture of her at a bowling alley, which would have been impossible for her last year, she just couldn't have handled the noise. Now, while she doesn't like it, she can survive in noisy situations.

I know Connor still has a lot to overcome but it was so wonderful to hear something positive about her. Congratulations Gorgeous Girl, I love you and I'm so proud of you.