Here are some pictures of my crazy little whirlwind. I think I have finally figured her out- after 6 weeks. Things are much better and we have had two good days in a row. Her language is getting so much better and I can now give her choices - "You can hold my hand in the parking lot OR you can go back and sit in the car." or "You can eat your dinner at the table with the family OR you can go sit in your room while we eat." Now, I am not going to let her go sit in the car or miss her dinner for that matter, but she doesn't know that, at least not yet. Not until she figures me out. But for now, I have the upper hand and I can't tell you how peaceful it has been around here these past two days. The screaming fits have subsided because I am no longer making her do something but giving her a choice (or so she thinks).
Also I have seen her play more. The other night she played in her room with two girls (7 & 9). They played dress up and with her toys. Tonight she was a kitty cat crawling around on my kitchen floor while I made dinner. She is still mesmerized by all things electronic. Give the girl a flashlight and you will make her day!
Friday we have our first post adoption meeting with the social worker. I hope it goes well. Then on Tuesday we are meeting with an occupational therapist to see what therapies, if any, Meghan needs.
Everyday is another day towards healing. I get so sad, and angry, when I think of all the children in orphanages around the world that are suffering needlessly. Meghan had great care in her orphanage and yet she still suffered and needs healing. But that is for another post.
Imaginative play is such a good sign! That is one thing our older boys never did (or were able to do). In fact, they almost don't "get it" when they see their younger siblings using their imagination. Sad, really. Here's praying that Meghan doesn't figure you out too soon! :)
ReplyDeleteHi Michelle,
ReplyDeleteI just spent some time looking over your blog updates, and I can totally relate to your thoughts throughout the last 6 weeks, particularly the ones about those "non-adoption" folks, who just don't GET IT!!
Hopefully life continues to improve, and your daughter's skills continue to improve, and yes, I agree, having 4 sons is wonderful
Who would have thought I would even consider adding any more, but after 6 months home, we are probably headed back on the adoption road again!!
Blessings
Chris
I get the post-adoption "this is not disney" stuff, if you ever need to talk
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