This is what Mollie is learning in school. Each month they have a theme. For April it was Spring. They learned about rain, umbrellas, raincoats, etc. Mollie now knows how to recognize and say - "its raining" - she understands dog, frog, duck, snake, off, spider and she can say these words spontaneously when she is presented with the item. She can also imitate words such as another, look, and blow. So all of April we learned how to take another turn, blow bubbles, blow hot food, blow out candles and her favorite - blow dandelions into the wind.
Mollie and Madie have now started taking gymnastics. Both girls are so enjoying their classes. Mollie has no fear and she enjoys the balance beam and the trampoline. What was so great and unexpected is that Mollie's coach, Sarah, went to school for speech therapy and she works with autistic children during the day. So, she has been instrumental in helping Mollie use her words in gymnastics. Sarah said she is so glad that I am encouraging Mollie to live a normal life and not put her in a bubble. I had to laugh because anybody who has ever met Mollie would know this child would never stand for being told she could not do something. She sets her mind to it and she does it! Who knows what she will be .... Love to you all :) Khristi
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Hi Khristi - I just read your updates and am so happy to hear that Mollie is doing so well! I can only imagine what you and Bobby have been through, and I want you to know that your strength and love are amazing. You should be really proud of how well you have handled everything...even being able to find time to update the blog...truely amazing! Much love to you all - Jane, Mike and Lizzy
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