Progress...

Drew continues to rock like NONE other. Recently, he decided he could propel his walker by himself ,which is really exciting since we have been working on that skill for 11 years!  I believe the Stem Cell Infusion should be credited for all of the progress he has made in a short time, since we have been working so hard on so many things for so many years and in the last year or so things are really coming together.
Sitting up, answering quicker and more accurately (in his own way) and propelling his walker and his bike are the newest successes this bad-A can credit to his hard work, stubbornness, and determination. I ask him every day to not stop trying, keep working hard and he will be rewarded.  He wants to move independently soooooo badly. He has broken several wheelchair/strollers/bath chairs/orthotics.  Thank God for the patience of his DME professionals and therapists!
We had an awesome family trip in late August.  Drew played in the Challenger Little League Exhibition game in Williamsport, PA (it's on YouTube...check it out!), went to Hershey Park where 'No Fear Kijek' went on rides that scared the crap outta me, spent a few days taking in the magic/mayhem of New York( loved the subway and Times Square), and finished with our fabulous family in VA for Steve and Virginia's perfect wedding.  We are so blessed to have our family. Drew knows he is loved. They make sure of that :)
Drew's spirit keeps us going and his friends inspire us every day. Never give up, blog friends.  You never know what is possible if you just believe.