One of Jackson's favorite nights of the week is when we go to puppy class! He is on the waiting list for a service dog and part of the process is being able to attend basic training classes. It is a nice chance for us to get to see what goes into the training and for Jackson to get used to the 'key' words that are used with all the dogs. I'm very intrigued by the entire process & inspired by the volunteer families training the dogs! We will need to be very patient as it will probably be awhile before Jackson actually gets "his" dog. We know it is worth the wait but so hard when you are this excited! :) Jackson was able to walk around with one of the dogs (not the one he will get) that is currently trained as a mobility dog. He was smiling ear to ear and kept telling me "no help", it was so amazing to see how a service dog is going to open so many doors for him!
We've come to the time in our journey when you start seeing people stare, for whatever reason, and continue to ignore it. I wonder as I think of those with disabilities, do people see past the disability and get to know the person? Their is someone under the walker, wheelchair, speech impediment, awkward gait, etc.. that is funny, kind, smart and perceptive of the world around them. I just wish more people would get the chance to get to know these wonderful souls that we tend to group our 'uncomfortable' folders, more so because we just don't know how to act.. it all comes down to just being yourself and acceptance of those who are 'different'. People with disabilities didn't do anything 'wrong' to be where they are today, they are just like you and I with the same heart and tendency to be accepted by society. Please take this part of the post as a "this is what happens..", not by any means a judgment on anyone!
Jackson's poor left leg is starting to bother him! It could be a variety of reasons, anything from ultra tight hamstring, knee/hip issues or spine. He is getting a series of back/hip xrays this week, hopefully everything will look okay. We have also been doing more stretches throughout the day to see if that will help. He puts a lot of pressure & weight through that leg since it is his stronger one. We are so proud of him for all his walking but pray it isn't creating any "new" issues!
The boys have enjoyed spending time with both set of grandparents but they all leave this week to enjoy warm weather places. :) We pray that they have safe travels! Jackson would rather be with his grandparents than do much anything else! We are grateful for all their help! Mimi Debbie celebrated her birthday yesterday, Happy Birthday to the best mom a girl could ask for! I love you so much!
Time to prepare for the week! Thanks for standing by us during this journey! Your positive words and encouragement keep us moving forward. :)
Unfortunate that the Broncos took such a crushing loss today.. hope to see Manning back next year!
With love,
Tina
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