I know that I used to post a lot about my struggles with Chi. He is in such a better place now. He still struggles. He still needs zero wiggle room when it comes to boundaries and rules, but he is doing so well.
I could rehash 30 issues we have dealt with this week, but that is not the story of his life now. His story now revolves around his emerging ability to safely connect with the world around him.
Chi can say, "I love you," and now he means it. He is not mimicking he is communicating. Chi can meet my eyes now and we can share a moment. The connected moment can still send him for a loop, but his loops are smaller now. Chi can smile softly now and not every smile is a tight, near grimace spread across his face.
Chi can play appropriately for a period of time without constant correction and redirection. Chi can participate in some group activities now.
I cannot compare him to other kids his age, but my sweet Chi is making progress and we are headed in the right direction.
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