The Gift

In some ways having a child with special needs has been the most difficult challenge either Myles or I have ever faced. Beyond all the emotional ups and downs, we have a grueling schedule of appointments, therapy sessions, and assessments. Every child comes with their own unique set of needs, it's just that in Elin's case hers requires a bit more "work."  BUT despite all the hardships and worry having a child like Elin brings; the person she is becoming eclipses all the negativity.










On our annual daddy/daughter dinner date the other night, my dad said something to me I will never forget. He said that Elin is a gift to our whole family. There is no better way I can think to describe exactly how we feel about her. She is our gift, and the best one we have ever received. She brightens our days (and nights still occasionally) with her constant smile and insatiable sense of wonder.

So in the true spirit of Christmas I wanted to share just exactly how lucky we feel to have such a special person bless our family. Hug your kids because every child is a gift and sometimes it takes a special time of year to remind us all just how lucky we are.

Merry Christmas.