We do the countdown every night and I’m trying to get him to realize the consequences that will happen when he makes choices that were not an option. I want him to understand that there are times he does get to make choices but he had already gotten extra time and it was time for bed. Reprimanding him is extremely difficult because it isn’t something he forgets or always processes right away. He is at an age though where every limit is pushed and he wants to see how far he can push them. And pure exhaustion does not help from either of us.
He woke in a great mood again though. He asked about his tablet and he talked about seeing his friend at school. He was happy that today was one of his therapy days. He sang several songs for me before we got ready. We got ready and we went out to wait for the bus. The excitement that he shows when the bus turns the corner always makes my day.
I picked him up from school. No tablet in the car meant a lot of extra conversations that I didn’t completely follow. It also means he is extra hyper but he still did great. He told me that he needed several new shirts and listed colors and patterns. He said he needed “khaki you know tan shorts” and some camo pants. He listed many other accessories and asked me if I “was ready to go shopping.” He had a lot of fun at music and did great.
He wanted to make sure what she was wearing next week because she asked if it was ok if she wore something else. He was able to do the exercises more than before and followed instructions with a new one even though it was with cards and not his favorite thing.
Me too! He told his doctor he couldn’t have a tablet because “you know the answer.” He also told me he was not going to see his grandma tomorrow after his appointment. He said he would instead see her on Wednesday at the library. I said well we will have to see about that because his grandma might have and he said, “Friday.“
He’s got plans for his days ahead so we will see what happens as we proceed through the week. I’m proud of how far he has come and that each day he is looking forward to his week to see more activities he can do.
He had a great night and was very calm. He asked about his friend being at school tomorrow and talked more about his clothes. I love that he is excited about all his activities. Each day is a stepping stone and finding new activities that he wants to do makes me happy. Find your sunshine, create new memories, and know that you can change the world. Smiles to all and donut daze!