Well, this morning Owen had an occupational testing to determine if there was a possibility of some sort of sensory disorder, in particular, Autism. Other tests have led up to this point...hearing, speech and developmental evaluations, etc. and this was kindof the final hurrah after other tests. Thankfully, the therapists believe that Owen does NOT have any sort of sensory impairment or autism. *hear gigantic sigh of relief*
We've suspected that something with Owen was "off" for quite awhile...his speech is delayed and he has some strange behaviors that we weren't quite sure about (clenching his hands under his chin, obsessions with certain objects - i.e. doors) but the therapists observed and played with him, interacted with and tested him with tasks for over an hour this morning and determined that his quirks are nothing more than that...quirks.
She also said that he is very above-average on a lot of his developmental and intelligence tests that she administered, so not only is Owen "normal" (whatever that means) but he's also pretty stink'n smart too. :) But of course we already knew that. And she also commented several times on how adorable he was (but I knew that too).
Anyway, just thought I'd share. I was so relieved and excited that he's ok...just quirky and funny and just...Owen. I got in the car after the assessment and just cried. *sigh* so I'm on cloud nine now.
Have a wonderful day, everyone! I know I will! :) lol
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PRAISE GOD!!!!!!
I too feel very happy and thankful! So nice to be reassured that O is just quirky!!!!!
Smiles and happiness on this end!
Tell O and AJ too, that Gramma loves them!!!!!!!!!
just like his dad :)
We are soooo glad to hear Owen is ok, we always knew he was a little quirky after all (he is a NOWACK) lol...I couldn't resist. :) take it from nurse megan most children have quirks some are just bigger than others. luv ya,
megan
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