Saturday, December 21, 2013

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.



2 comments:

  1. Great pics, and nice thoughts and feelings Lisa. It is great to be thankful for the gifts we have! Happy holidays :-)

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  2. Hi Magnuson family :) Thank you for sharing this very touching post with us. When we take a moment to slow down and reflect, every moment is a blessing. Whether happy, sad, stressful or gleeful. That little girl has changed you and your family (and those of us who are listening, eager and cheering from the sidelines) forever. My heartfelt and tearful eyed thank you. Give her a kiss for me. Merry Christmas!

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