We kicked things off with Noah's birthday. Since it was during the week, and we were scheduled to celebrate when Grandma arrived, I made cupcakes at home.
I can't believe my baby is 11!
The next day was Nik's Maps at his Focus room. It also happened to be the 5 year anniversary that we moved to Kansas. We were definitely filled with emotions. While we are excited to see Nik growing up and become more independent, we are nervous about what the future may hold. The Map is a meeting that creates, well, a map for his future.
During the Map meeting, we identified Nik's strengths and weaknesses. And we also came up with some ideas to ensure that Nik can live up to his potential. It was a great meeting. After the Map, Nik's teachers and paras threw a little celebration for him. What amazing teachers and paras he has! We are so blessed.
The next day was Nik's birthday. He is 14 this year. It's so hard to believe! My mom arrived from Los Angeles earlier in the day. To celebrate Nik and Noah's birthdays, Alex grilled some burgers, and we had yet more cupcakes.
I can't believe that Nik is 14!
So it was a busy week for us. When I look back at the last five years, it's hard not to remember the struggles. Change is not easy for us. The move was especially traumatic for Noah. But we are definitely stronger for the experience. We knew coming into this move that adjustment would be difficult. But we knew that moving would give our boys a better future. Each teacher, para, speech and occupational therapist has been amazing. I can still remember the encouragement, advice, or just plain old loving on my boys that each staff member gave. We are so incredibly blessed to be here.
Next up, Grandma pays us a visit, and we celebrate one more birthday. And no, I will not wear the birthday hat.
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