Today was another quiet day. Rand had speech therapy this afternoon and struggled with comprehension. When shown pictures of familiar things (bed, chair, pillows) he couldn't identify them even with prompting. He was successful less than 40% of the time. He was frustrated with himself when told he was wrong. He tried so hard, but the correct responses just wouldn't come. There was one funny time, however. Like all speech therapists, this one wants to sing with Rand. He's always game to sing and we do it a lot in the car. Anyway, it turns out that this gal is one step (half a step??) away from being a complete monotone. With Rand's wonderful voice and keen sense of pitch, he was in agony! She tried to have him sing "Jingle Bells" with her and he sat silently. She asked me if anyone had ever sung with him before - what was wrong, why wouldn't he sing with her? Well, I suggested that maybe she should start the song a little higher. I'm not much of a vocalist either, but, by golly, I can carry a tune - so I started the song and Rand chimed in followed by her flat monotone. We got through the song and Rand turned, looked at me and said, "JEEZE!" I agreed! We got out of there before she decided on "Oh, Holy Night!"
On the way home I told Rand about a reception that I was attending this evening and asked if he minded driving by the location just to make sure I knew where I was going. He agreed and I started off. Now, we haven't been to this place in well over five years, yet Rand told me exactly where to turn and how to get there! It was several miles out of our way and he knew the route by heart. His brain never ceases to amaze me.
Manny worked with Rand on using the doorbell today. I sure hope Rand learns to use it.
Thanks for asking, but I think the mouse/rat has left the building! I set out the gooey traps for it/them but they haven't shown up since. Good riddance - I hope!
Keep Rand close.
Love,
Connie
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