I hadn't posted about this in a while, but Indy is completely potty trained now and it happened practically overnight. So, that was a lot of spread out, seemingly fruitless efforts for something that flipped on like a switch pretty much right as school started. Yeesh.He loves school and ran out the door before me this morning to get there. Which is awesome. He's fun and sweet and healthy and now the school tells me he did not pass the language evaluation and is going for more testing.
He had "trouble following directions, answering questions, and explaining thoughts and ideas." Well, (insert sarcasm here) that all sounds minor. I know, it's good to catch it now, he's going to lead a fine life, and they're going to help him. But still. You always want your kid to be "normal" on this sort of stuff. It's one thing if you don't read right away. But not able to understand and express yourself? That's a bit more worrisome to a mother.
But hey! He passed hearing and speech.
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My guess it they are not patient enough. The way you and Sage communicate with him is unique compared to how I see other parents working with their kids (smothering them, pushing them). These days it's practically an unverified fact: If your child exhibits some abnormalities in an academic environment, then he or she has a better chance of success. Academia is all about conformity and success is all about breaking the salve mentality. That's my belief, anyway. Look at me -- I did great in school, and now I'm pretty much just getting by.
Ah yes, Jamie. When I think of you, I think of conformity and average thinking. Yeesh! I honestly would be thrilled if Indy is half as intelligent, creative, and successful as you.
And thank you for the kind words. I do tend to agree with you in theory. But theories are less appealing when applied to my kid. Of course, no one believes their children are average, but you always fantasize that the nonconformity emerges as awe-inspiring genius that no one can deny. Not even language therapists. ;)
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