When the Bear was diagnosed, they were all desperate to help. Unfortunately, they almost all live in different cities; one is even on the other side of the world. The ones who live in our city have full-time jobs and families of their own. And I have to admit that Pacino and I are not the easiest people in the world to help. We don't ask for help, and we usually brush away offers of assistance. Pride, I tell you. It's not a good thing. We're working on it.
So the grandparents on both sides put their heads together and came up with the idea of buying play equipment for both of our kids. My wonderful sister T (hiya, T!) emailed the rest of the families, who were apparently jumping over themselves to contribute.
They thought long and hard about the Bear's developmental needs, and the Gig's social needs and came up with a trampoline and some playhouse/climbing equipment. It's beyond fabulous and we are so very, very grateful.
Tell me, have you ever seen happier looking children?
Sensory play! Always the way to go! That is so awesome that they could help!
ReplyDeleteWhat awesome gifts. You are so blessed to have such awesome families!
ReplyDeleteOh how wonderful! They look like they are having a blast!
ReplyDeleteHow awesome is that? We have been talking about getting a trampoline for our two. Families are the best support for your kiddos, aren't they?
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