The Graduate!

When Sam was discharged from the NICU, we were really blessed to be eligible for developmental services for him right away. He started going to physical therapy at Jabbergym when he was 5 or 6 months old, and we also had an infant development therapist come to our house once a week.

When he turned 18 months, he also became eligible for speech therapy, and when that started, he just took off. He's had some amazing therapists work with him, and many times God has provided us with one who shares our faith. It's brought about some great friendships as we've watched these amazing women pour into our little boy's life.

Today was Sam's graduation day! He's right on target for his age, and no evidence of prematurity remains to the outside observer. We're so proud of him and how much he's grown - and we're amazingly grateful for the help he was able to receive.



I have a baby picture somewhere of him sobbing on this same swing.

Julie is a definite favorite in Sam's life

Almost ready to turn 3 and conquer the world! But first a last hug.



Diploma ;)