Blessed!

Almost two years ago, we took Wyatt to Project Run for a evaluation.  Our main goal was to get Speech Therapy through this program since we thought he had a feeding issue.  Little did we know that the evaluator picked up on a muscle issue.  She referred us for PT.  Someone had told me about Mrs. Sally and how wonderful she was.  I have to admit I was a little skeptical on how Oxford could possibly have such a "wonderful" pediatric therapist.  So in a moment of desperate need, we called for Mrs. Sally.  I took Wyatt to his first appointment and I was sure Sally would be great.  Little did I know how great she really was.  Mrs. Sally has been a true God send in our lives.  You could watch her interact with Wyatt and could tell that she really grew to love Wyatt.  He loved her as well!  She was optimistic about Wyatt's condition but she was very realistic.  When we started Pt with her Wyatt was barely sitting up by himself. Although he was sitting up some, it was totally wrong!  She gave us hope that Wyatt would walk but she didn't think it would be anytime soon.  Maybe by the time he was 2 or 2.5 years old.  With much determination on his part and an amazing therapist weekly, he walked at 19 months.  It was a huge milestone that we all celebrated!

Fast forward to almost a year later and we are still doing weekly therapy.  We continue to work on gross motor skills but nothing as monumental at walking!  In early April, we heard devastating news that Mrs. Sally might be moving and I nearly had a stroke.  Yes, I know this is very selfish.  When you take an amazing therapist that loves your child away from a special needs mom, it is life changing.  I tried not to panic as the move was not official.  Mrs. Sally and her family decided that she would stay put for two more years.  WHEW....relief!  We had her for 2 more years.  I thought that was the best news ever.  Little did I know.

The very next Friday, we went to therapy as usual and half way through Mrs. Sally looked at me and told me her work was done.  She said, "Wyatt has been a miracle and has truly made a miraculous recovery".  He has come so far with his gross motor skills and she didn't think she could help him any more.  I, of course cried, because I am always emotional and can't keep it together.  I was so happy!  When we discussed a plan two years earlier, discharge was never an option.  No one expected Wyatt to be discharged from Physical Therapy.  He has so much he needed to work on.  I think it really put our situation into prospective when Sally told me, "I never get the chance to discharge my patients, you don't know how thrilled I am".  Remember I told you how much she loved him...after she told me about discharging him, she grabbed him up, hugged him tight and said she would sure miss him.  I really believe her.  They loved each other!  We are forever thankful for Mrs. Sally and her passion she has for kids with disabilities!

We continue to count our blessing with our sweet boy!  He has more determination in his little body than most people can comprehend.  He has the will to do whatever he thinks he needs to do (although it isn't always what Momma thinks).

With all of this being said, No, we are not done with therapies.  We are still in speech and will start Occupational therapy in the coming weeks!  We hope that our OT will be just as special as Mrs. Sally.

Happy 2 Months Lynnlee!

This sweet angel is already two whole months old!  Where does the time go?

Attitude has developed....

But sweet as ever!

Weight: 11 lbs 6 oz

Length: 22 inches

Neigh..

Zach's childhood friend, Eli, wanted to introduce Wyatt to real horses. We all packed in the car and headed to the barn.  Wyatt already loves Lye(Eli) and Kay(Kate) so he was tickled to be going anywhere with them!  Once we got to the barn, Wyatt was a little overwhelmed by feeding time and all of the grunting and neighing going on.  

Hi Tater!

After the horses were happy with full bellies, Eli and Wyatt were ready to ride "Tater".  Wyatt was smiles the whole time and loved every second.  He laughed and giggled and sat very still while on the Taters back!  I think he did a pretty good job for his first ride.  (and momma was actually relaxed which means she totally trusted Eli with her baby!)

Wyatt loves being outside and especially loves animals!  He had a great time meeting Tater, riding, giving treats and playing ball with Muddy, the dog!  

It wont be long before a paci wont keep this sweet girl occupied!

Potty Training..and so it begins!

I guess it is time to potty train!  Part of this Mommy hates to do this because it really means my sweet boy is growing up and the other part is going to LOVE it!

We unpacked the potty tonight and explained it to Wy.  He really tried hard to pee pee but wasn't able.  During dinner all he could say was "Pee Pee" so we headed to the potty and he really did pee pee!  I was tickled and acted like a nut!  I don't think he really knew he had to potty but he wanted to see what the fuss was all about!  I would say tonight was a success since he pee peed twice in the first 2 hours we had the potty!  I am not holding my breath that this is going to be an easy process but I hope it stays exciting!!

More to come..

Last Day of Mothers Morning Out

It is so hard to believe that my baby has completed his first year of Mothers Morning Out at First Baptist.  He had such a great year and really learned a lot!  He really loved going and didn't ever put up to much of a fuss.  He proved to be a love bug with his teachers, Mrs. Elizabeth and Mrs. Glenda.

Wyatt is ready to tackle his last day!

Mrs. Elizabeth

Mrs. Glenda

We are looking forward to the summer days and all the fun to be had!  Momma is most excited that we can now sleep "in" two days a week.  Our morning schedule had us dressed and out of the house before 9:00am 4 days a week!

Wyatt can read

Lynnlee is 1 Month Old

Wow, this past month has flown by.  Only if the months of pregnancy would go so fast!

Lynnlee is really a great baby!  She is laid back for the most part but can be very dramatic when she wants her way!  She is eating much better than her brother and the scale proved this to be true.  She weighs 9.6 already!  This puts her in the 75th percentile for weight.  This made Mommy very happy!  Miss Lynnlee is also a good sleeper, letting Mommy sleep 4-6 hours a night.  A paci is this girls best friend.  I think her brother must have shared his love for a pap with her.

 Wyatt loves his "baby".  He is quick to give her a paci when she cries and he is frequently giving her kisses!  He is such a love bug.

We are so in love with our precious babies and feel so blessed that they were placed in our family!

Lynnlee Reese King

Lynnlee Reese made her arrival on March 19, 2012 at 2:26 pm.  She was very comfortable in the womb and we had to force her arrival by induction.  I arrived at Baptist Womens in Memphis at 7:00.  After the admission process, they started my IV and pitocin at 9:00.  Dr. Sullivant was on call and broke my water at 9:30.  At this time I was only 2 cm.  We figured it would be late afternoon/early supper time before we had a baby. Contractions picked up, epidural was in and things fell right into place! at 1:50 I was 5 cm and by 2:10 I was begging to push. Lynnlee Reese made a very easy and quick arrival which is a huge blessing!

Lynnlee Reese King

7 pounds 7 ounces

21 inches long

Preparing for Baby!

Wyatt is thrilled to announce that he will have a brand new baby sister tomorrow!  

Happy 2nd Birthday Wyatt!

Happy Birthday Sweet Wyatt!  We can't believe you are already two!  You have been the biggest blessing to your Mommy and Daddy!  It is hard to even put into words how far you have come in the last 2 years.  You have over come so many obstacles and have truly amazed your family, therapist and Doctors!  We are still visiting Mrs. Sally for physical therapy and Ms. Jonnie for Speech.  Two days a week, you get a break from Mommy to go play with friends at Mothers Day Out which you also love.  Your strong will and determination have really helped you out and even caused you to be in trouble some too.  :)

We celebrated your birthday with close friends and family and you had a blast!  It was snowman themed and Mommy was really hoping for snow.  Last year on your birthday weekend we got more than 5 inches of snow.  No snow this year, but you were still happy!  You very sweetly say, "man" for snowman with the most southern drawl.

We love you Wyatt and can't wait to have more birthday parties in the years to come!