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So much can change in a year

I wrote about how much I hated autism one year ago. Nathan was having a hard time, I was having a hard time being pregnant, but so much has changed in a year.

Nathan has made huge changes. 

We got him on medication that is working so well. 

He absolutely loves his little sister and interacts with her with such gentleness and care, it's one of my favorite things to watch. 

He is starting to say words and communicate better every single day. 

And he is practically potty trained. 💙💙💙

Autism is still hard and we have our struggles, but this little boy never ceases to amaze me. And his smile and bright blue eyes staring at me melt my heart.

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