I have been away on another 3 week trip for work; and am due to be home this Sunday. I have kept in touch with the guys back home via Skype, and it has been wonderful. Not as great as being there, but wonderful to say the least. I got to hear Nick hummm contently, sing a little song, and jump like a Mexican Jumping Bean in front of the tv. On one day I even got to talk to Tracy-one of his therapists who was there to work with Nick. The whole time I was talking to her, Nick was using her as a jungle gym. Don't let him fool you--he knows exactly what he is doing and when we are talking about him--he flashes that "knowing" glance, or looks right into your eyes and gives a huge grin. This time, as we were talking, Nick was standing against the door looking right at Tracy as she talked to me. One of these days, Nick will tell us what is in that grand mind of his.
You would think I relish being away from the whole world of autism. But, I miss it. I miss seeing the new things Nick has learned. I miss reading about his days in therapy, but most of all, I miss HIM. I miss my baby boy's smiles, humms, the occasional word, and his laughter. I miss seeing Michael and knowing how his day went, what homework he is doing, and all those other little things. I know this was not a long trip, but I hated leaving again so soon after I got home from Turkey. I miss you Michael and Nick!!! I miss you all terribly!! Mom will be home soon! Be good boys for Daddy!
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That IS a long time to be away! Oh my! <3
And as consuming and insane as autism is...I'd miss being away from all the little things it shows and teaches all the time.
Here's to you being home and getting the good, bad, ugly, and jungle gyming in huge doses!
Thanks M! I actually brought some of my autism books with me to read..only I have not read them!!LOL! You better believe I am bringing back a suitcase full of souvenirs (I am in New Zealand). I saw an alphabet train that made me think of Nick instantly-so he is getting it when I get back! Also a nice soft blanket, and a stuffed Kiwi that makes noise. (I brought one last year originally for Michael, but once Nick saw it, he HAD to have it!) Michael is also getting some goodies. Most of all, I just can't wait to scoop them up and give them hugs and kisses.
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