Drew felt better today, though still not great, but we got to spend time with him. We were up in the play/gym area that the older kids use and he loved it in there. It's right across the hall from his room, but he had never been in there before. His whole life consists of two rooms basically - a sleeping area and a play/eating area - his life is about to change dramatically.
Anyway...he was quiet at first today, but then we discovered bowling and that was fun. Then Drew notriced the slide and had a great time on that. He then decided he wanted to walk - and he walked and walked and walked..First he walked holding on to both my hands, then he did it with just one hand and he was great. If I let go, he even walked a few steps on his own!!! He can definitely do it, he just needs practice and confidence. We have great pictures and video of him walking, which I will try and post...He was also babbling a lot today - he's a completely different child than the one we met on Oct. 17. It's amazng how much difference just two hours a day for three weeks can make. I can't imagine what he'll be like after he's been home for a month or 3 or 6 or a year....
Drew also loved playing ball today - he loves throwing balls and trying to catch them. Patrick, of course, is alreading planning his major league career. I just think he's gonna have a great time this summer playing ball in the backyard with his big brothers and his puppy!
He did not want to go back to his caregivers today - and this time I was holding him! I hated giving him back. I don't know how we're going to leave him in two days...it's going to be awful!!! Hopefully the time will fly by quick until Patrick comes back to bring him home forever.
And that's it from Drew's world today...
Taraz is still Taraz...we're bored, we've seen every Seinfeld episode we have at least 4 times, and tonight we'll be watching the season one finale of Sopranos for the second time. We had our usual bread and mystery meat sandwiches for dinner in the room...ho hum...
We were so bored that after leaving Drew we walked in the cold to the department store to just look around at things we had no intention of buying. Of course we almost got killed several times by the drivers who speed up as if they want to hit you. Also, the "parking lot" of the department store has no lines for parking - it's a free-for all that makes every day like Christmas Eve at the mall! It's a wonder more people aren't killed here.
Christine - So glad to see you here!! Hope baby James is doing well....
Hi to all my other boggers!! :)
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So happy to hear that Drew felt better today, having a cold and being in there makes one no happy camper. I will be going to Roni's tonight and you know all we will be talking about is Drew and what we can buy for him. Just think before you know it walking will turn into running and then watch out. Much love to the three of you.
Hi guys. I finally signed up. We have been reading everyday. Actually, Jared is on the computer much more than me and he shares all the news. Drew is sooooo cute and we can't wait to meet him and to see you guys. Have a safe trip home and I'm sure the time will pass quickly and Drew will be here!!!
It's exciting to hear how much progress Drew has made - you and Patrick have already changed his life forever. You are all so lucky to have each other...
By the way, Cole would like to invite Drew to meet him for lunch when he gets to the U.S. - yup, Cole's an eater now! He had his first bowl of cereal this week! Sorry to brag on your blog but I was excited to let you know!
We can't wait to see you guys and meet Drew. We're thinking of you as court approaches.
Kelly, Greg and Cole
great to hear Drew is feeling better. I have my first sleep over with both boys tonight. At least we can sleep tomorrow after they go home. Maybe they will both sleep through the night. I can imagine your anxiety about leaving Drew. Just think, it is for the last time, and then he is yours forever. AL & UH
It's good that he's feeling better today. He is going to be so amazed by everything that he is going to experience when he goes home. Get the video camera ready! He's so lucky to have you guys, and it's wonderful to hear all about the different changes he has made in the three weeks you have been in his life. You've got everyone here for you to help you through the tough time when you have to leave him. He will be home with you guys before you know it!
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