Samuel Update #2 (August)

(Take a look at the previous post for July’s update too…)

Here is our very treasured August update from New Day.  What a blessing to hear how bonded he is to his nanny.  I agonize to know the hurt that he faces in leaving those he loves and the place that has given him safety and the chance to be a kid.  On the other hand (and there is always a flipside, isn’t there?) What an amazing foundation he is being given.  A foundation that helps him learn all those basics (like the names for body parts and the fact that sometimes the answer must be “no”).  A foundation that involves giving and receiving love and affection.  A foundation that allows him to say goodbye and know there will be a hello again. 

Samuel is 2 Years 6 Months Old.

Samuel’s nanny wrote this update:

Samuel’s spoken language has become quite good. He can say and identify his nose, ears, hands and toes! Samuel sometimes says funny things like, “Mama will hold me if I don’t cry.” Now, every time I remind Samuel to not cry or get too upset about something, he replies, “Mama, hold me!”. When he says this his facial expression is so cute! When it is time for me to get off work, Samuel comes quickly to say goodbye. He touches my face, hugs my neck and gives me a kiss. When I tell him that I have to go he says, “Mama is off work now!” He then creeps down off of my lap, gives me five and throws me one last kiss. This little boy is too precious! What a blessing he is to so many hearts.