Brag Day Open Letter Combo

Assembly_Reqd · January 2014

Didn't see a BDW so here it is!

If I don't post it by noon feel free to start one!!!

malcivar · January 2014

Dear Chris

Thank you for being so good at the neurologist on Monday. I know you were scared and I know you cried a lot but you were so good at calming down and doing what the doctor asked you to do. I'm so proud of you!

Thank you for calling me 'mommy' and your father 'daddy'. You don't know how long we've waited for that. It still melts my heart when you do.

And yes, please sing your "I want my red shoes" song all the time. I LOVE hearing it.

I love you my beautiful singing boy. I know I yell at you a lot because you do things that you're not supposed to or that might hurt you - like biting the wires - I see you, mister! But I do love you. Please know that.

Mommy.

zoeyandsummersmom · January 2014

Dear SN Preschool,

Thank you for existing in our community. Even though snow has caused several days to be cancelled, in the 6 sessions DD did attend, we are already seeing big changes out of her. It is truly awesome.

Dear Nanny,

There will never be enough words to express how amazing you are and how much we appreciate you. - Making a salad out of veggies that were about to go bad for us - Amazing. My cortisol levels are lower because you are in our life. Thank you.

Dear Pediatrician Practice,

Thank you for realizing DD has an ear infection, but then failing to prescribe drops to help clear it up. Thankfully the ENT called in the drops for us without making us go to an office visit and DD's ear no longer smells like rotting poop. Oh, you are on notice. Missing a tongue tie - fine not a well known thing. Not dispensing the right medicine to treat ears for a kid with ear tubes... ehhh. [Bobby DeNiro eye watching gesture}

typeset · January 2014

Dear Team,

Thank you for recommending the kid for the full-day fours class for next fall and advocating on his behalf with the coordinator. Even if we don't get it, at least I know I'm not BSC for continuing to insist it's the right placement.

Dear Self,

Take better care of you.

lite-bright · January 2014

Dear Sophie --

Thanks for making me laugh this week. I know you got really frustrated with your homework when you kept making 21s instead of the 12s you meant to make, but I was impressed at how you worked through it (with some help) and figured out your own way of fixing your 15s. You wanted me to tell your teacher the next day.

So when we walked into class the next day, you tugged on my arm and whispered, "You have to tell Mrs. G, remember?" I asked exactly what you wanted me to tell her, and you whispered back, "That I'm awesome." LOL! So I went over and did just that.

I loved that you told me that last night you dreamed you were playing in the Superbowl with Peyton Manning, only you got to throw the ball and scored three touchdowns in a row. And your number was 14. What an awesome dream!

And your dadda really loved the picture you drew him last weekend of the two of you grown up and going to work together. We've noticed that you want to spend more time with him lately, and I know it makes him feel special.

You're such a sweetie, my little love.

Big hugs,

Mama

bumpuser511563 · January 2014

DS,

Your daddy and I were happy yesterday that you pooped in the potty! Aba lead therapist, tried to get you to say "I pooped in the potty!" and all you said was "yay!"

Keep up the good work!

Mommy

ABA lead therapist,

We are going to miss you now that you are promoted and getting closer to your dream. We have grown so close to you and it makes me sad that it feels like we were dumped.

Your boss speaks highly of you because it shows how much work you put into DS for over a year and DS is doing well. I understand that you will be placed where you are much needed with a different child.

We will be getting two trainers in your place and I am nervous about this whole new set up even though you will be leading them.

Me

ToastieSimons · January 2014

Dear DH,

Thank you for being my foundation in this ever shifting life of ours. The only way I'm able to stay so level-headed and strong, is that I know I have you to rely on.

Dear Universe,

Why is it everytime we get an up, there is a bigger down? I thought DS1 was doing so well in school, then I get the e-mail of things to discuss at conferences. Blech. I just don't know how to help him and it's so hard to realize that he is more cognitively delayed than I want to accept.

coffee bean · January 2014

Dear Abbers,

Thank you for verbalizing things that bother you more so that I can try to understand and help you. Asking "Mommy, does that hurt them?" (pointing to a woman getting her hair washed at the salon) helps me understand why haircuts are so stressful for you. Telling me the "noises are too loud", helps me know when you need stimulation removed or a pair of ear muffs for you to put on, which makes you happy as a clam and calms you down right away.

I am also so excited that you are having your first friend from kindergarten come over to play with you next week.

We'll keep working on this together forever, big girl. Love you.

Mommy

Junebug060609 · January 2014

Dear DS.

So glad you finally spoke for your daycare teacher. (He said 'get down' while reaching for a toy he wanted). She was just saying she hadn't ever heard you say a word. Granted she might not have noticed had I not been there...but hey, it counts!

Love,

Your proud Mom

Lovenyc · January 2014

Dear Juju,

What a difference a week makes! Speech therapy did not get off to the best start a couple of weeks ago but this week you were a star. You marched right into your therapist's office, no tears and didn't look back at Mama. You loved your sessions! Both of your therapists were surprised by just how much you verbalized this week. More than they initially thought you could.

I also love hearing you use your two new words "Mama" and "Nanas" for bananas. It is music to my ears.

I know Mama was very tired this week but thank you for always knowing when to give me a smile or a kiss to make me feel better.

You made Mama and Papa so very proud.

I love you to the moon and back.

thefuturemrskudla · February 2014

This is is for me. I joined a running class, and I really enjoying it. In three weeks, I have progressed from being able to run only the distance between 3 lights poles at a time, to a half mile.

rslhmg · February 2014

Dear DD,
I'm beyond thrilled at the amount of affection and interaction you have allowed this week. I will gladly let you open the bathroom door and come give me a hug just to have your sweet hugs and kisses. Its been absolutely wonderful to be able to give and get affection from you without you having meltdown. I love you so much.
Love,
Mommy

Dear behavioral group receptionist,
I know I call daily about getting an appointment, and I understand we're on both the wait and cancellation lists. Please try not to sound so irritated that I am calling so much. I'm just trying to get my daughter seen and evaluated because we really don't know how to handle her problems and we need help. I'm sure there are several other parents trying for the same, we're just trying to keep her from falling through the cracks and get her the therapies she needs as early as possible so that our lives can be manageable. Until we get an actual appointment, calling about any openings is the only thing that feels like we're doing something.

Junebug060609 · February 2014

Ok, i have to add one in from today. I took DS to à small local museum. Think like a mini aquarium with some other animals kept outside. He did great! I was daring and went sans stroller (he is a runner and I am almost 27w pregnant) knowing it was relatively small and contained. He actually turned around for me when he was running most of the time. For the indoor stuff (running was outdoors), he did well paying attention to the fish. Last time we went to an aquarium (maybe ten months ago, he was about 18 mos) he was a running maniac and barely noticed the fish. His stereotypy for sure showed through, but I expected that. His interest in the exhibits, following my point when I showed him coyotes and the like, and that he generally listened to my directions was a great surprise. I knew he would do better than he used to, but I honestly wasnt expecting this well

Justinlove · February 2014

Such an AW brag post and completely NOT SNR.... I finally got an embroidery machine and I am in loooooooove!

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