August has been a wonderfully busy month! Two weeks ago we were blessed with a visit from my best friend from college and her family. Kara has two beautiful girls Hannah and Macey. The highlight of their visit(for me) was watching the girls interact with Charley! One night we put a movie on in the guest room and Kara and the girls climbed into bed. I brought Charley in to sit with me at the foot of the bed and snuggle. Charley imediatley crawled up to be with Hannah and Macey. Quickly there were pillows flying and girls giggling. It was such a typical little slumber party! Watching Charley have this awesome experience made my heart so full of joy. I defiantly had to fight back tears. Kara's girls truly love Charley and she loves them right back! Thank you Kara and family for spending your hard earned money and precious vacation time to come see us. We LOVE you!
On August 19th Charley had the best Physical Therapy session EVER! She set a Charley distance record and her attitude was fantastic. Normally when she wants to take a break she drops down to the ground, screams, hits or contorts her body in such a way that we are unable to physcially make her stand. On Monday she started taking standing breaks! This opens up a whole new world for Charley. There is now the possibility of actually using the walker out in public one day. Once again Charley has impressed me with her determination. I sure do love my hard working Charley girl!
CLICK ON THE PHOTO FOR VIDEO OF CHARLEY WALKING In late July Charley was able to participate in wheelchair dancing through the Wheelchair Dancers Organization here in San Diego. I was so excited for her to have this wonderful opportunity. Charley and her amazing aide Nettie learned the routine. After some practice they preformed it with other children from Charley's school. I could tell she really liked it because she let Nettie help her with ALL the hand movements. If you know Charley then you know she's not letting you help her do anything she doesn't want to do! It was an emotional experience for me to see Charley getting to do something so typical! I am so proud of my tiny dancer! Check out the link below. Miss Charley & her aide Nettie on dance recital day! http://countynewscenter.com/video?v=152606
Also click on the photo of Charley and Nettie for a link to video of them practicing the dance. |