It has been more than six weeks since we were banished from our home because of Hurricane Sandy. We have adapted to living in a hotel room - although it is far from ideal. Jacob does not seem to mind the change anymore. In the month since my last post we have arranged for Jacob's therapies to be given at the hotel. He has been fitted for and received leg orthotics. He is now getting used to moving around with the new orthotics. He is trying his hardest to stand on his own. I will just put him on the floor and let him explore. He is quite inspiring to watch. He does not let his handicap stop him from getting into trouble either. He and his sister will go into the kitchenette when no one is looking and start digging through the cabinets, ripping up the paper towels, trashing the napkins and other loose items.
We recently visited the school where he will be sent to when he becomes two. The Little Village School in Seaford appears to be ideal for his condition. He will start going for a couple of hours a day and will get much needed social interaction.
Things remain up in the air as far as returning to the house. Work is progressing slowly and there is a problem with contaminated soil under the house that has to be removed at much expense. The estimated move date has been pushed to about New Year. Christmas is going to be "different" to say the least.
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