A Defiant Walker

I believe boys in general are born to be "defiant" but yet so sweet they end up being "Mama's Boys". My little Matthew is just that, he sure does know how to turn it on when he doesn't want to do what he's being made to do. Take walking for instance, I know with the Dandy-Walker, Matthew will have issues with balance and coordination but with practice and strength building it can be accomplished. Matthew has decided he doesn't like being made to walk and either sits on his butt or drops to his knees. It's funny but yet aggravating knowing he's putting on a show.

However, he does good anyway. He'll get it with time and on his own time. It's just his way of telling me, "Back off Mama!!".

Matthew done GREAT!! in ST last week, he can dance to the song, "Wheels on the Bus" with him using his hands in a rolling motion and he moves his head and shoulders when he hears music he likes. It's so cute. I'm trying to get a video of it so bare with me. Matthew's ST is going to start out a little slow with his speech just to see what he can do. He has learned the signs of more with him taking your hands and making the motions.

Matthew is now scribbling well with crayons and can use either hand, he's now making the big long strokes. He has also learned to somewhat take off his shirt and pants now and he helps with his shoes too. It's a little tough for him considering the AFOs he has to wear but they are greatly helping his feet.

He does such a good job and Bradley and I are so, so proud of him. He makes our life so complete in every way.

Below is a video of Matthew slowly using his walker, it's not the best video considering the lighting. (it's a little to dark) but still it's worth sharing. Hope you enjoy.


Good Night and God Bless!!