Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Story to melt your heart

Sterling had a bad day on Sunday. Church is now at 1:00 which I thought I would like, more time in the morning, no more rushing and being late to church BUT now it is right when Sterling takes his nap. I was hoping he would sleep at church but it hasn't happened yet. Sunday was Sterling's first time in nursery. Yeah! his parents exclaim until an hour later when they bring him to us because he his bawling uncontrollable. Who is this child? He never cries like that. Doesn't he know that nursery is fun with lots of toys, full on attention by adults, and awesome snacks? What is it about nursery that kids freak out about? I was afraid my son would have separation anxiety because he is wrapped around my little finger. So Sterling had no nap and we paid for it all day. When it was time for him to finally go to bed he fought us. For the first time in his life, I put him in his crib crying and walked out.
Now comes the sweet part. He shares a room with Preston. Usually it works out but sometimes Preston will play with him so he won't go to sleep. When I put Sterling to bed, Preston was asleep but he must of woken up by all the crying. He kept telling Sterling to stop crying and shush. But, he just keep screaming and crying. So, Preston decides to sing to him. Suddenly we hear The wheels on the bus being sung by Preston. He starts singing The baby on the bus goes sh-sh-sh, sh-sh-sh, sh-sh-sh all through the town. I was amazed. Preston never seizes to amaze or surprise us by his capabilities. He seems to continue to have progression and we are so pleased and grateful for his achievements. Preston has so much love to give and I hope he feels our love for him. I am grateful that he functions so well, just one tender mercy from our Heavenly Father. I know I have had many spiritual experiences because I have an autistic child. And I have relied on the Lord more because I have an autistic child. Sterling eventually fell asleep and the house was peaceful. Good job, Prest!

2 comments:

Unknown said...

Seriously Charalece this brought tears to my eyes! I just love Preston and I am so happy to see him grown and progress!

Shopkins said...

Charalece!!! For some reason i had no idea you had a blog! Until i looked on facebook. I'm excited to add you to my list to follow!! Your kids look so adorable! Miss you!