Ben has taken his time learning to speak. We tried speech therapy, daily one-on-one sessions, and just waiting it out. In the past two weeks he has taken huge strides - consistently using his words. We still have a long way to go, seeing as he is speaking like a 15 month old and he turns two next month, but I'll take it. He said mom back in February, but only when quizzed to say it. Yesterday, he said it to get my attention. I was floored and so happy! Hooray for progress! YouTube Video
At the window, she considers that She is not who she was, and she is not who she will be. She is transforming. She will be strong and resilient. She will be honest with herself and those she loves. She will have stories to tell AND when she does They will no longer shake her voice. -Kwame Alexander & NPR Community