Update on Pauly

It has been brought to my attention that there is a certain someone who checks this blog very regularly and is disappointed that there are not more frequent posts. My apologies... I barely get time to go to the bathroom some days, but I will make sure to try harder to post more often just for you. My only request is that you indulge me with a comment once in a while so I know you're out there.

Pauly has been going to occupational therapy once a week for a month now, and he loves it. It is the one place where he is given complete liberty to run, jump, and crash into things as much as he wants. His therapist's name is Denise, and she is wonderful with Pauly and me. She lets me sit in on all the sessions and is teaching me so much about how to help him. Pauly is learning more and more how to help himself as well, and he is gaining a lot of new skills.

There are so many aha moments. I am definitely gaining new insights on Pauly, and it is changing my perspective in general. I am starting to look at people and situations differently. We can go along thinking our ways are the best and our views are right, but do we really seek to understand where others are coming from? Do we entertain the thought that there are other ways to solve the problem or do we just want it our way? I've always said Pauly is my back door kid; my analogy for problem solving or getting him to complete a task. Most people want to barrel through the front door thinking their way is the best, and they want it done now. Well, I've learned that sometimes you have to let them go through the back door, side door or whatever door necessary, and sometimes you have to wait a little longer than you'd like. My words of wisdom... seek to understand the other person's perspective because there is usually more to it than you think.

Pauly has also finished up with all his testing with the public school. I had requested occupational therapy services through the school district, but it is not a stand alone service, so they came up with a very thorough testing plan to see if he qualifies for any other services. He has had everything tested, and he was a trooper. We will find out next week whether or not he qualifies.

Thanks to all who are praying for us. Your prayers are definitely being heard. Please continue. Knowing the whys makes it easier, but it is still very challenging. There are a lot of changes we are all adjusting to.