Lately we've been sure that Colby uses his eye gaze more.
Actually we've just put it in front of him more. That way if he wants to
explore or "talk" on it, he can. So today he was watching a Spongebob
DVD and it started sticking, so I stopped the DVD player and turned off the TV.
Colby is perfectly capable of turning the TV off and on, along with changing
the channels and turning the volume up and down. I was in the bathroom getting
ready to go out for dinner (yes, I actually had plans; no, I didn't have a
date, just out with my BFF Pam.) I hear Colby in there whining. Unacceptable.
So I went in there and said look Colby, can the crap, stop crying. You're not
helpless here, kiddo. Either turn on the TV with your eye gaze, or use it to tell
us you need help, and we'll help you. After that he said,
"about-Spongebob-help-help-Spongebob." My child is brilliant I tell
you, a freaking genius! So I said see, that's exactly what you needed to do.
Then I turned on Nickelodeon, Spongebob was on, and all was right with the
world once again. Looking forward to the day when he is able to fully
communicate his thoughts and needs. Go Colby, go Colby, get your eye gaze on. This is one proud mama here reporting, over and out good buddies.
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