Summer 2009
Happy Summer finally! Now that we're past the June gloom, July has been beautiful. June was a hard month for us, as Mia spent a little time in the hospital for an infection and spent weeks recovering and gaining her strength back. We had to postpone visits to Long Island twice now, but we're hoping to get away next week for a little visit.
Below is a little review of the last couple of months. Some great videos of Mia before she got sick, being as expressive as we've ever seen. It is amazing how far she has come, and how she has gone from being a baby to a little girl. Her spirit and determination to enjoy life inspires us everyday. Enjoy the photos and videos and enjoy the beautiful weather!
Back in May, Mia was working with her OT, Jennifer, and smiled more than we've ever seen her smile before. She was having so much fun. May 26, 2009
Mia seemed to have fun with Mr. Bug, a little vibrating toy, at first but then not sure if she liked him. She is very particular with touch and especially vibration. May 26, 2009
An incredibly expressive night for Mia. She was making several new sounds we had never heard as well as really moving her arms and hands well. May 28, 2009
Looking at Mia's new favorite book, "Horton Hears a Who", a gift from our dear friend Tom and his daughter Sydney. May 31, 2009
At the beginning of June Mia was hospitalized for 6 days for an intestinal infection called C. difficile. This is us at the tail end of her stay. It's a pretty nasty infection and it's taken a while for her to fully recover. Her last test showed negative so it would seem the bug has finally left. It is truly incredible the amount of strength that Mia has in her little body. June 11, 2009
Francesca and Mia enjoy some quiet time with a good book...
...with Dad peeping the action. June 24, 2009
Francesca doing a little vision therapy with Mia. June 24, 2009
More vision therapy. June 24, 2009
Getting some weekly PT with Kathleen. Mia is exploring her feet. June 24, 2009
Sophia, Mia's speech therapist shows Francesca some exercises to help Mia engage the muscles needed for vocalization. June 24, 2009
Mia relaxes with Grandma Donna. June 25, 2009
We spent the 4th of July weekend in Connecticut with Francesca's brother, Gerard. Such a relaxing and fun weekend! Here the girls unwind by the pool.
Just so sweet. July 5, 2009
Mia gets acquainted with Deidre, her new vision therapist from the Perkins School. July 10, 2009
Mia gets a little stretching from Mom with some great expressions below.
July 12, 2009
Sharing a moment with my little girl. July 13, 2009
Finally, what is better than fresh strawberries in the Summer? Life is good!
Summer is strawberry time! July 14, 2009
Labels: july 2009, june 2009, may 2009, summer 2009
posted by Francesca and Noah and Mia @ 4:19 AM
7 comments
7 Comments:
Great pictures! Can't wait to see her again! (and you guys too)
Beautiful! I hope all are feeling well and healthy.
Much Love to Mia and everyone.
- U. Johnny
What a wonderful posting-Mia is an incredibly beautiful little girl with the strongest spirit and heart. Seeing her talk and play is truly a joy and a testament to her parents' indominitable strength and courage.
You all are really amazing!
I love you so much!
Momma/Grandma Donna
Hi, all in MA! It is truly inspirational to watch Mia evolve. She is so full of vim and vigor. And her parents look great, too. Hope you all have a wonderful trip to Bridgehampton, and I hope to see that eyeful in person.
Susan Bell
WOW!!! She is amazing. She moves her hands so well and the new sounds she makes are fantastic. She is so beatiful and both of you have such a great time with her. You're all an inspiration to all of us. Can't wait to see her in Bridgehampton.
We love you,
Aunt Theresa and Uncle Mickey
Still enjoying your updates. Mia is getting so big. I love the picture of Mia and her Mommy at the pool and the one of you and your little girl...so precious.
I'm glad Mia recovered from her illness and is feeling better. Stay strong and enjoy the rest of your summer.
God Bless
Melissa Meyer King
Hi Mia, Francesca & Noah! I ran into Grandma Donna in Riverhead and she shared your blog with me! I'm so glad she did! It's so great to see photos of you all and to hear that everyone is doing so well! Best wishes always and I hope I get to see you when you are back in Bonac again!
~Robin
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