Present time

Today, Rory is almost 30 months old. At 2 years old, she was diagnosed with Autism.

Early-On added Occupational Therapy to her program and introduced her to group for Speech Therapy which has helped significantly. Although she is yet to string words together(Her multi word sentences are still very limited), she has built an expansive vocabulary. She is able to ask for what she wants which is mostly cookie or pretzels. She is now able to identify family members by name, seek them out and initiate play. The funny thing, she is the only kid in our family who says "Thank you" or "You're welcome."

To this day, she still carries the diagnosis but is loosing most of the traits. She loves books. She enjoys hugs and gives out kisses when it's least expected. She is still quite the busy bee but has significantly improved her focus. There is not a day that I fail to thank a higher power for her. I am so glad she is my child and I am so blessed to be her mother.