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This one goes to 11

September 16, 2021 by melragent Leave a Comment

If I am posting, it can only mean one thing.... It's Sam's birthday. That's right. This former One Pound Twelve Ouncer is now eleven. I am not sure who is more excited about this... Sam or me (because I get to use a Spinal Tap reference). This has been an interesting time to say the least. I have … [Read more...] about This one goes to 11

Filed Under: Life at home, The Tween Years Tagged With: Birthday

A Full Decade Old

September 16, 2020 by melragent Leave a Comment

Its hard to believe Sam is now 10, double digits, an entire decade old. For a kid that was given little odds of survival, Sam has done his best to LIVE. And not just live... but thrive. So, this year, to celebrate the big ten-o... I have compiled a list of the ten things about Sam that make me … [Read more...] about A Full Decade Old

Filed Under: Eight to Nine Years, Life at home Tagged With: Birthday

Acceptance

September 12, 2014 by melragent 4 Comments

Sam the Anti-Preemie Acceptance

Tomorrow is Sam's first ever birthday party... with friends... from his school. I was hesitant to throw him a party, unsure if other kids would come. I was nervous that if I invited his class, they would all find excuses not to attend the party. Sam's therapist pushed me. She told me Sam was … [Read more...] about Acceptance

Filed Under: Autism, Parenting, Three years to Four Years Tagged With: Autism, Birthday, Tears

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