Did I wish for this? I think I did!

Not so long ago, I wished that Alex would talk or attempt to - well, my wish came true and all I need now is book myself a day in the monastery. I need peace and quiet - just 24 hours - and I'll be happy!

It's "eh eh eh" all day. Asking me to narrate his every action and wanted me to tell a story while he act the story with his cars. I know it's a fantastic progress - imaginative play and I am so happy but 8 hours of this? I know I shouldn't be complaining but when you are lack of sleep and with a head cold, it is not the best thing that ever happened to you.

Anyway, he has two new words today. "Net" and "Neck".

While watching The Mickey Mouse Clubhouse this morning, he said "net" when a picture of a net appeared on the screen. He looked at me and said "net", I just say "Well done" but not make a big fuss. He was happy and of course, I was really proud of him. Then, later in the evening, he said "mama neck" and pointed at his neck. There's a rash on his neck and I asked if he is in pain and he said "hmmm" meaning yes.

He is making more noises, sound and repeat words (although not really accurate) more often lately and that's really a good progress. But, I do need some quiet time sometime .......

Be careful of what you wished for - for it may come true and .............

I feel much better today.

Thank you to everyone for sending me thoughtful emails and advices.

Good news is .... Alex has an appointment with the Speech Therapist tomorrow afternoon - this would not have happened so quickly if he was not diagnosed. The waiting list is about eight months and we don't know if he is going to have to wait or he will be expedite due to the Early Intervention Program. Lets keep our fingers cross and hope for the best.

Here's a video of Alex talking. It was taken today right before writing this blog. I will be recording videos of him every week to see his progress. The nursery is very happy with his progress and today, they were sitting in a circle and the teacher called out their name for attendance. He waved to tell them that he is present.

Because of his diagnosis, the nursery can now work on a program for Alex to follow. He has been doing it since yesterday and they reckoned he was happy with the routine.