Halloween 2010

This fall was a great time for pumpkin patch visits and getting dressed up a few times...















Toy Story 3 is the new movie the kids are crazy for so here we go...






Landon (Alien) brother (T-Rex) cousins (Buzz & Woody)

The Ten Commandments for Parents of Handicapped Children

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The Ten Commandments for Parents of Handicapped Children

1. Take one day at a time, and take that day positively. You don't have control over the future, but you do have control over today.

2. Never underestimate your child's potential. Allow him, encourage him, expect him to develop to the best of his abilities.

3. Find and allow positive mentors: parents and professionals who can share with you their experience, advice, and support.

4. Provide and be involved with the most appropriate educational and learning environments for your child from infancy on.

5. Keep in mind the feelings and needs of your spouse and your other children. Remind them that this child does not get more of your love just because he gets more of your time.

6. Answer only to your conscience: then you'll be able to answer to your child. You need not justify your actions to your friends or the public.

7. Be honest with your feelings. You can't be a super-parent 24hours a day. Allow yourself jealousy, anger, pity, frustration, and depression in small amounts when ever necessary.

8. Be kind to yourself. Don't focus continually on what needs to be done. Remember to look at what you have accomplished.

9. Stop and smell the roses. Take advantage of the fact that you have gained a special appreciation for the little miracles in life that others take for granted.

10. Keep and use a sense of humor. Cracking up with laughter can keep you from cracking up from stress.

X:Panda

It's not just because my favorite animal is a Panda Bear...but Landon now has a x:panda seating system. This is a great seat for Landon to learn to sit up in while working on head control. We have two different bases that go with it so we can use the buggy frame for outings and the hi/low base at home. The hi/low base works great at home for Landon to sit close to the floor for play time and raise up high to sit at the dinner table with the family.

Landon is turning 1 year

 The Big Birthday Boy went to have his pictures taken on Friday!  Love the Picture People!

Landon did so well and the photographer was great, they do a great job of  positioning Landon since he can not sit or stand yet.