Perhaps he would never know or even care, but I try to protect him as that is part of my job. (Though I've alluded to things, I hope to never use his more embarrassing quirks for entertainment.)
When 3 months ago we started him on the GFCF diet we hoped to calm his hyper fits and improve sleeping habits. Since then neither of those things have changed much but we're discovering other small steps of growth. I'm not yet certain it's the diet, but it's enough to keep us going. ...For now.
This morning (he's home from school with a cold) Garret had been doing his typical bouncing from room to room, laughing, throwing laundry, and just having fun Garret-style. He suddenly approached and handed me a new diaper. Sometimes he hands me random things to get me to the kitchen for a snack, but upon inspection I realized he had taken his diaper off from under his long pajama shirt. "Good job Garret. Thank you for letting me know!". I was pleased with his alertness. He was redressed and off to continue galloping through the house. A few minutes later he returned to the living room, sat on his favorite chair and began to cry. He wouldn't look at me and put his hands over his face. For a moment I figured he just wasn't feeling well, but with a whiff I knew he had used that diaper for a good purpose. I went to help him freshen up and was surprised that he no longer had the new diaper on. When he was clean and redressed he followed me to his room where I found the mess. As I cleaned his tears quickly turned to giggles and bounces. He leaned on me with a smile as I praised and hugged him.
When it comes to these delicate matters he hasn't shown much awareness. Could that be changing? Time will tell, but it's looking pretty good.
BY GOLLY he's handsome.
9 comments:
Quietly rejoicing with you, mother to mother. Heavenly Father was right to entrust Garret to your tender mercies. :)
I Will celebrate his accomplishments with you! Way to go Garret. He is an amazing child with an amazing mom!
We love your family so so much!
I am with Daughter of Eve about the trusting. You and Garrett are both amazing!
I just love that kiddo! I kind of got a little teary. I would hope that no one would ever use anything to mock that little guy. He is too sweet. Just let me know if they do, I will TAKE them OUT!
If anyone EVER mocks our Garret, watch out for this Grandma-Bear. No one mocks MY grand-cub. What a sweet, wonderful post. I'm so proud and awed by you.
Hugs to you and to Garret. And yes, he is very handsome!
So very awesome!! Jordan started changing his own pullup a couple of months ago but has not shown much else in terms of being interested in the toilet. I know these are the steps to our guys becoming more independent :0)
=) sniff, sniff =)
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