Hola Amigos!!!!
I am so happy to be back here with you again! The last two weeks have been extremely busy! We have been in this race trying to get to that place of calm and routine that we all need and we are getting closer and closer to it. We still have a lot going on over here but we are all fine which is the most important thing. Diego is talking more than ever!!! You will be surprised to know that he already knows:
*How to count from 1 to 10
*He knows most of the colors of the rainbow.
*He can say the name of many animals.
*He is more self-regulated (he can sit for a longer time when we go out with him)
*He has more eye contact than ever and he smiles all the time!
AND THE MOST IMPORTANT THING: The other day he engaged in a whole game with a boy named Fernando in one of the places where he gets his therapies. That was the very first time that Diego REALLY PLAYED with someone that he didn't know. It was WONDERFUL to watch him laugh and run and have fun, just like any regular kid! I was close to tears because I could not believe it! And Fernando's Mother was as happy as I was because her son was also having so much fun. Fernando is 4 and he doesn't talk yet but he is very developed emotionally and I think that Diego felt attracted to that, they had a great connection. Our little man is doing amazing, we are sooo proud of him! All the therapies and all the hard work are definitely paying off.
And I have only beautiful things to say about Natalie. Bill and I think that she is gifted when it comes to creativity. She makes these amazing drawings and little sculptures with the most unexpected materials. We thought that they were things that every kid was doing in her class but then we found out that these are just her own ideas. Natalie has a natural urge to create things with her hands, she cannot stop doing it. She is always carrying some pens and paper wherever she goes. That's why we got her into some special summer art program that will start in July. She is thrilled about it. We are so proud of our mini Artist in the family.
And what can we say about Miro? He is almost a man. He is sooo tall and handsome and sweet and he is the best big brother ever. Natalie and Diego are so lucky to have him in their lives, it makes a whole difference having such a special brother. Everybody loves Miro!
But I have to finish this post saying that the man up there in the photo; Mister Billy, is the most wonderful father that I ever met. We celebrated Father's Day with him yesterday and it was great. Bill is quiet and modest but he has the biggest impact in our family. Whenever we go through a hard time Billy knows how to transmit us calm and he is so good at reminding us what's really important, which is celebrating life and love! We love you Billy!
And before I say Good-Bye I also want to let you know that in these two weeks I never stopped creating new things :) and I will be sharing them with you in the next days. YAY!!!
Have a beautiful Monday my friend and see you tomorrow!!!!!
Elsita :)
(And if you are a Papa I hope that you had a HAPPY FATHER'S DAY yesterday!)
Welcome back! I'm so happy for all the exciting news regarding Diego's progress! Also I'm not at all surprised Natalie is a creative and talented little girl... like mother, like daughter :) I'm really looking forward to see your new creations.
Posted by: Rodi | June 16, 2008 at 02:06 AM
Welcome back Elsita, we missed you so. Happy belated father's Day Bill . You are a very special man and the glue that holds your wonderful family together. Way to go Diego . I wish that you could have been at my home to play with Roberto . You two would have had so much fun together. He loves bugs and snails just like you. I could recognize Natalie's creative talent from the first drawing I saw she made. It was so original and she has an amazing sense of color and design. I am so happy there will be another generation of artists in the family. I bet Miro has some exciting plans for the summer, it is such an energetic time of his life. Last but Definitely not least I am so happy that you you are back blogging again elsita and I can't wait to see what you have created in this time. I look forward to each and every future post.
Posted by: Margaret Oomen | June 16, 2008 at 03:49 AM
Great to see you back! And that it sounds like you have some good weeks behind you (and of course hope for more ahead).
And, gee, I wonder where Natalie gets it from (*scratches head in puzzlement*)?
Posted by: Magda | June 16, 2008 at 05:36 AM
Great to see you back! And that it sounds like you have some good weeks behind you (and of course hope for more ahead).
And, gee, I wonder where Natalie gets it from (*scratches head in puzzlement*)?
Posted by: Magda | June 16, 2008 at 05:37 AM
Great to see you back! And that it sounds like you have some good weeks behind you (and of course hope for more ahead).
And, gee, I wonder where Natalie gets it from (*scratches head in puzzlement*)?
Posted by: Magda | June 16, 2008 at 05:37 AM
Elsita,
That is such great news about Diego! I am so happy for you!
Posted by: Nichol | June 16, 2008 at 05:39 AM
Hola Elsita! Your family sounds so happy and your life is filled with so much love. Happy Father's Day Bill!
Posted by: Marianne Wille | June 16, 2008 at 06:43 AM
And let's not forget Elsita, the mother made of sun's rays and delight! It's so nice to have you back blogging again, and to read all of your good, celebratory, loving news!
Now that you're back I will say THANK YOU TRUCKLOADS for the Gemini pin! I really love it! My sweet husband just bought me a new guitar and a lovely soft guitar case with backpack straps. I have given the fabulous Elsita twins a place of honor right on the front pocket, along with a tiny vintage owl given to me last week by my husband's sweet dying granny. I play my guitar all the time, and pack it around with me to play with neighbor friends, and so I am always enjoying my pins too, and get to show them off. They make me happy.
I am trying to mastermind a little something to send back to you soon, so stay tuned.
xoxoxoxo!
Posted by: Geo | June 16, 2008 at 08:09 AM
Welcome back! We missed you!
Posted by: Jenn | June 16, 2008 at 08:10 AM
I had no idea how much i would miss you! i am glad you are back and i look forward to seeing what you created in your "spare time"
XO
Posted by: stella macaroni | June 16, 2008 at 09:03 AM
Querida Elsita
I missed you! But I was so sure you would come back to us with those great news about Diego! With all this love I know he will make many many many progress yet to come. Bravo!!!! saudades, lots of love, Maria.
Posted by: Maria HLobo | June 16, 2008 at 10:54 AM
It's lovely to see you posting again. And even better to hear about Diego's successes. It really seems miraculous and I'm so thankful for you, for him, for your family that he is doing so well.
Posted by: Amy | June 16, 2008 at 11:12 AM
Welcome back and it is so heartening to hear that your Diego is doing so wonderfully. Your patience and joy are both inspirational.
Posted by: Sonya | June 16, 2008 at 01:04 PM
You have such a wonderful blog. I recently started reading, but I already love it. This post just makes me feel happy.
Posted by: Miss Lissy | June 16, 2008 at 04:17 PM
That's so wonderful about your son. Pure joy!
Posted by: Pretty Ditty | June 16, 2008 at 04:22 PM
SO Glad to have you back! Excellent news about Diego, may this Summer bring him even further developmental strides. Your family is an inspiration!
Posted by: cam | June 16, 2008 at 08:51 PM
I'm glad to see you back and with such excellent news.
Lovely...
Posted by: Lisa Rivas | June 17, 2008 at 08:11 AM