"I have to go to the bathroom" - yup. Never in a million years could any of us have guessed that her first words would be an entire sentence. I'm not surprised that her first words had such meaning and purpose!
Courtney's voice is a whisper and so Melane, her OT and I were leaning in close trying to understand what she was saying and we realized it at the same time. We looked at each other and said "I have to go to the bathroom!" You can imagine the rest of the story and yes it was a success. Two amazing milestones in a 3 minute span!!!!
Next Courtney was in bed and I asked her if she wanted me to snuggle with her -she shook her head 'yes'. As I laid next to her she said "I love you" - I asked her if that's what she said and she shook her head yes.
Katy came in and then left the room. Courtney said some words I couldn't understand among which was "Katy". I explained that Katy left the room to eat her lunch. Then I asked Courtney if she was worried about Katy. She again shook her head 'yes'. I told her not to worry that Katy was doing just fine. She stared right into my eyes as I spoke these words.
Then she said "Claudia" and I told her that Claudia was at school but would see her tonight.
After that Courtney drifted off to sleep.
Amen! Alleluia!!! Thanks be to God - one of the happiest days of our lives!!!!!!!!!!
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11 comments:
I heard the news from Claudia!! That's great news!! We are so happy here in CA for her progress. :)
Love,
Diana
Great news! God continues to work His miracles with Courtney. You must be so happy to hear her voice again - thinking of you all every day!
Love, Lisa
Doing the Happy Dance today!
XO
Mrs. Carey
That is wonderful news! Let's pray for more progress for Courtney.
:)
We have cried happy tears for you!! Please tell Courtney we love her and miss her so much. We got Craig's message this evening and it meant so much-- we all listened to it a couple of times...such happy news. We are homesick for all of you and send you hugs and kisses. Yeah, Courtney!
With love-
the Laffey family
Go Courtney!
Nora
What an exciting and wonderful day!!!!! We were all so happy to hear this! God bless you all-
Love,
Jenn R.
I am so glad to hear that Courtney speaks! Heck I remember back in grammar school French the first phrase they taught us was "Where is the bathroom". And here is Courtney not just speaking a word or two but a full sentence. What a girl. Praise be to God and all the saints. Will continue to pray for you all.
love
Joanne and Richard Spaziano and family
When I heard this wonderful news I couldn't spread the word fast enough! I wanted everyone to know that Courtney was speaking. I cried and I laughed; I was thanking God for his Goodness. We are all so happy for you here and cannot wait to read more as Courtney continues to talk, walk and truly amaze us.
We love you Courtney :-)
This is AWESOME news!! So glad to hear she is taking multiple steps each day. She is very inspiring. Keep up the great work!
Kyle & Kelly
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