Hey, I won't have to pay car insurance....
Milestones...suck...
So, here it is the night before Ty turns 16. Wow! This is one milestone that I really couldn't imagine happening. Looking back at everything that we have gone through to get to this point - and amazed that we are still alive with all our body parts intact. Unfortunately, my celebration of survival is dampened by my heartache and loss. We should be getting his drivers license, preparing for that all important first date, getting him ready for his new responsibilities in our church, going to swim practice... But we're not. And we won't. And that sucks. But as I listen to his 'joyous noises' coming from the other room as he watches Aristocats, in Russian, on his IPad, in his swimming suit, I have to remind myself that I"m the only one not having a good time right now. He's happy - he's healthy - he's loved. Happy Birthday Ty!
Hey, I won't have to pay car insurance....
Hey, I won't have to pay car insurance....
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Love your outlook! Love the mental picture of the Ipad and the swimming suit! Sometimes the milestones we get are not what WE were expecting, but they are milestones still the same. Happy Birthday Ty!
ReplyDeleteCelebrating the love, dedication and endurance that a happy Ty represent. You guys are awesome!
ReplyDeleteFunny, I actually just wrote a post somewhat similar to this on my blog. My son with ASD just turned 9. Thanks for your honesty and yet sharing your positive outlook at the same time!
ReplyDeleteThis is great! I remember him at pingree when we first started.Happy birthday to Ty and love your shared realization!
ReplyDeleteOMG - it is so good to see you (well, your picture). Cheryl and I were just talking about you the other day - wondering how you were doing...you need to update us!
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