Cameron and Landon, Jacob's Fund kids |
Cameron and Landon received riderships from Jacob’s Fund earlier this year so they could continue their hippotherapy at McKenna Farms. Here’s what their mother, Melissa, has to say about their progress:
Cameron is not the same boy he was
last year. His speech defect was
downgraded from severe to mild in all areas!
What a joy it is to be able to have
a conversation with my son! I have
gotten to know him on a much deeper level since his therapy began. Now he can tell me “I like that” or “I don’t
like that.” He no longer screams bloody
murder when we brush his teeth or hair or try to put lotion on him. He does these things on his own!
At the beginning of August 2012 he
wouldn’t even attempt to play with other children. If you could only see him now! I have to make Cameron leave when he is interacting
with other kids. We rejoice over the
tiniest victories because each one demonstrates the progress he is making.
Landon has also made great
strides. He can communicate basic needs
now. His teacher even videotaped him
singing with his class the other day. We
recently took him back to a developmental pediatrician who prescribed new
medication for him. Within a short time
he was playing with toys again for the first time in a week. Small victories!
I thank God for lighting my path
last year. At a friend’s barb-b-que I
met Shelly who told me of McKenna Farms and hippotherapy. I met Jesse, director of the farm, who
introduced me to Jacob’s Fund. Through
the help of all these angels, we are getting to see our real sons shine
through.
Please continue to pray for our
family. Every day is a new journey and
we take leaps of faith along... but I
know God will supply our needs. He has
thus far. Thank you so much for the
opportunities Jacob’s Fund has given my children, for helping to restore a
broken family who is enjoying getting to know their very special sons.
We will continue to keep you updated on the twins’
progress. Your support continues to help make this
possible through either one-time or continuing gifts.
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