Autism Conference

April 8-10 we were at an Autism Conference. We learned lots and I have started some of the things we learned. We have started the token system and I now know how to do it the right way, which helps. Alyssa understands it, Joshua is getting it and Brendyn has no clue. But that's ok because we are working on it. We also learned how to help him communicate and interact with others. He is really good at drawing and if he can't verbally tell me he will draw it. It's really cute. Plus we are working with the communicative devise he has. I have more trouble with it then he does. Brendyn has a friend named Paul, and he is going to help us this summer with getting Brendyn to act age appropriate, like notice he is there and wanting to play with him. I think all men have problems with this. It's called ignoring on purpose.

We also have Brendyn working with a nutritionist. He has very poor eating habits and they need to be fixed. I understand its my fault but when your child cam out last you on the waiting game, you usually will cave in if its food. They must eat and drink and they know that. We are starting this summer because we will be more flexible and he might be more relaxed. I guess we will see. She comes Friday to make a plan. I just pray that I can be strong and help him through it.

I would also like to thank Amy(our foster daughter) for helping out with the kids!! YOUR THE BEST! Amy took care of the kids all day Thursday and Friday and had Heather all weekend so I could go see James play. Plus Joshua was a hand full Thursday so thanks for letting him come back on Friday :) Thanks again!