Posted on August 11th, 2011 by Tracey
today was Jovie’s MRI and she did awesome! went off to sleep without fuss, no problems during and then woke up and came home without spewing. hooray!
they didn’t see anything abnormal but they’re going to write up the report and we’ll see it next week when we pick up the scans.
Posted on August 7th, 2011 by Tracey
i’m so proud of both of my kids – Jovie always has a way to reach me, whether it’s wanting to spend a little extra time on my lap (she usually doesn’t like sitting with anyone too long) or holding her gaze a little longer. there’s little things every now and then, that make me go “WOAH” and i live for those moments with her. i believe i have a connection with her, somewhere in Jovie land and that it so good for my heart (and head).
Jasper – i don’t expect him to understand what is going on with Jovie, but he manages to show such love towards her without us telling or reminding him. he’s had to grow up a little faster, but still remains a little boy at the same time. he’s so smart, knows more about the solar system than i do and has such a great imagination.
Posted on August 5th, 2011 by Tracey
today was Jovie’s first day at Gymbaroo – and i won’t lie, i almost burst into tears.
i guess it’s the realisation on how far we have to go, and how different Jo is to the other kids. i think i really don’t want to be judged on face-value, if you didn’t know the back story you would think Jovie is spoiled (do what you like.. ) or i’m not parenting her properly.
we’re in the under 2’s class (Jovie is 26 months now) which is what was recommended. it was hard to get her to sit without freaking out, i’ve already learnt to not grab her by hands too much, as her fingers & hands are her comfort/soothing tool. she obviously couldn’t play ball or jump with the other kids, and she would have no part in a other play games. but she loved going under the parachute and did walk up a plank with some help which was pretty cute!
she did settle into it as much as she could, and i’m very proud of her 🙂