Paul's Update - 01/08/07

Dear Friends:

Today was another really good day. Dad tried to count with him this morning. He held up three fingers and Paul said "four". Dad said "no ... try again" and he said "four" again. Then Dad asked him to try again and Paul SAID "no". Each time Dad asked him to try he said "no". Dad has been having Paul use his words more when he is asked questions. Instead of nodding or shaking his head he must say "Yes" or "No". Then tonight Dad asked Paul if he wanted to practice standing he shook his head "no" but Bobby came in and said he wanted to watch and get a video. Paul stood up and then proceeded to turn the walker towards the kitchen and take some steps. Tabby was behind and Dad was in front and they walked several steps. He is getting stronger and can balance himself much better. Later Tabby was working with numbers. She showed him her fist with no fingers and the said "basic" she said "I know it is basic but how much is it?" and he said "nothing". He seems to understand so much lately! For the last couple of days Paul has been hugging Tabby. She tells him to open his arms and he does then she reaches for him and he wraps his arms around her!! It is wonderful to see. Dad said he really misses her during the day ... and any time that she isn't there! Tabby gave her two weeks notice at work today. They are really unhappy about losing her although they understand her position. It is too bad that they cannot meet her financial needs because she was beginning to enjoy the job. Just before bedtime again tonight Paul was wanting to do some exercises. He really likes doing the stomach crunches and leg lifts. He now gets himself positioned in the bed most of the time. This last month has been AMAZING! God has blessed us with so many good things ... we are off to a good start for 2007 don't you think?

Have a great day! Lynne & Carl