Day 23
September 3rd, 2009
Nathan is so much looser today. I placed a rattle toy in his hand that I purchased at Lotte Mart (the local Wal Mart) tonight and just watched him. He worked and worked to bring his arm up and bend it coming towards his face. He figured out that the toy rattled and he was actually trying to shake it. I have never seen that before. He was able to bend his arm enough to get the rattle to his mouth. According to his laughs and giggles, he thought the rattling sound was pretty funny. He held the toy for over 30 minutes examining it and working his arm. I just sat back and watched. I quietly found the camera so I could share it with you too. I know this probably seems insignificant to some of you, but this is huge for us. This is self entertainment and discovery. Trust me, if it sounds like no big deal to you, then you are taking a lot for granted in your life. He is “hollaring” even louder today. It is like he has suddenly discovered that he can make high pitch noises and he is definitely enjoying making them. Thankfully, everyone on the hall is enjoying listening and watching him. Nathan’s facial expressions are full of accomplishment.
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1. Shirley LeRoy | September 7th, 2009 at 4:36 am
It is so wonderful to hear that Nathan is making progress. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please tell Ken that all of his buddies in DRL are routing for you guys!
2. Lizzie Johnson | September 7th, 2009 at 4:36 am
Hey Zellar Family!!!
My mom just shared your blog with me today, and I am so happy to see Nathan doing so well! I love seeing his precious smile, his flirting face with the nurses, and even that pitiful pout lip! When Nathan comes home he’ll definitely have to come over for a swim sometime! You have touched my heart and you’ll always be in my prayers!
Love,
Lizzie Johnson
3. Ruth & Edd McBride | September 7th, 2009 at 9:46 am
Dear Joy,Ken & Nathan
You all have been in our thoughts and prayers since you left home.
We have an old computer and (along with being old !) it sometimes takes us awhile to get things on line. However, today we were successful.
We found your blog so interesting and were excited that Nathan is showing improvement.!!!!.
Take care and know that we are thinking of you.
Love, Ruth and Edd McBride
4. Kevin Zeller | September 8th, 2009 at 10:33 pm
Nathan looks great. We sure miss him. Tell him we love him.
Kevin, Kristen, and Zachary
5. Maggie Lawson | September 8th, 2009 at 11:22 pm
This makes me so happy!! I miss my little man, but I can’t wait to see you guys when you get back! Much love
<3 maggie sue
6. Cindy Hoyle | September 9th, 2009 at 2:53 am
Hey Joy!!!!
Glad to hear Nathan is making progess! I had tears in my eyes reading this blog. You and your family are in our prayers daily!!!
7. nathan | September 10th, 2009 at 7:43 am
Lizzie,
OMG it is good to hear from you. We would love to see you.
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