So Good

We visited Mister's new school today so his teacher could meet him, some assessments could be done, and I could meet with the LSP (Licensed School Psychologist).  He went with his lead teacher, Ms. Sarah, and I went off with the LSP.  We talked for a good 30 minutes and she revealed to me that she oversees 28 schools in the district (whoa) and the Riverdale preschool program, in her opinion, is one of the strongest and most effective in the district.  Hello, Answered Prayer!  She took notes and is looking forward to the STAR center's evaluation findings next month.  Armed with those results in addition to observations his teachers will make she will determine if any additional testing is needed.  Really the only thing that is not being done at the STAR center is an IQ test, so if the district feels it is needed, they'll cover it.  She mentioned that we could potentially be dealing with GT (Gifted and Talented) issues as well, which often look the same as a learning disability in the beginning.  After my private meeting with the LSP, Ms. Sarah joined us and asked many more questions and told me what to expect in his classroom.  Unfortunately he is in a larger group with a number of kids that have a similar background.  She offered me an afternoon spot in a classroom that has five fewer children with fewer demands but it conflicts with Hannah's school schedule and her nap.  Definitely a bummer, but what can you do?  We all agreed that there is a lot to work on but that he's in the right place and they can help him.  His open house is on Thursday morning and then his first day is on Friday.  Pray for our Mister and those that will be supporting him.

Hannah and I went on a little shopping spree at the second hand store yesterday for things that we don't really have: fall and winter gear!  (The boys went fishing so we needed something productive to do.)  We found Blaine a snowboarding outfit by Spyder for $20!  Mister decided that he wants to be a professional skier and he hopes "college can teach him to do higher jumps than Daddy."  We're clearly have him excited for this winter's activities.  Hannah also got the cutest Hanna Andersson snowsuit for $20.  Oh how I love a sweet deal! 

We are busy getting ready for our company and Blaine's first day of school this week.  So much good has happened in the last two weeks - we're praising God for his faithfulness and all of the blessings pouring down on us, despite our human condition.  We're especially thankful to be a part of such a wonderful church (and so quickly after moving), which pours good news into us every weekend.  If you're interested in hearing some really great teaching, check out this series (Thrones) with us.  We like the pastor, Jim Burgen, a lot - he's pretty "real" on stage - I think Keith Miller would have liked his style.  It is also nice to be able to have a mini-date with David at church while some really good people take care of our kids.  We feel good about leaving Blaine in his special room (the lead teacher is an Occupational Therapist during the week) and he enjoys the individual attention.

Hoping everyone out there has a great week.  We are looking forward to ours :)