A notable achievement for Toby who, despite being somewhere new and unexpected, surprised and delighted me by walking for 15 minutes without fussing or tantrums - 15 minutes I will treasure and remember for a long time!
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May 25, 2009
A walk in the woods
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It's the tree magic. Good to hear you again.
Posted by: Ali | May 25, 2009 at 11:14 PM
How lovely :-)
Posted by: trashalou | May 25, 2009 at 11:16 PM
And He kept his clothes on too!
Posted by: Faye | May 25, 2009 at 11:23 PM
That's awesome that you have that 15 minutes of awe and wonder as he explored a new surrounding!
Posted by: Maree @ Farmyardcrafts | May 25, 2009 at 11:49 PM
What a sweet little face to finally put with all the delightful stories you have shared. Glad to hear of your delight!
Posted by: Julie | May 26, 2009 at 02:47 AM
Oh, that's lovely Julie. Thanks for sharing your walk in the woods.
Posted by: Binny | May 26, 2009 at 03:10 AM
A walk in the woods is magical, and very good. love the rosy cheeks!!
He is a wonderful boy.
Posted by: Dorien Koene | May 26, 2009 at 06:07 AM
Those are the moments to be treasured.
Posted by: Gina | May 26, 2009 at 08:13 AM
What a lovely gift from Toby. I think that is one of the best things about parenthood...when your children do something nice you don't expect.
Posted by: Jane Weston | May 26, 2009 at 08:14 AM
Special moment and a special boy. X
Posted by: jill | May 26, 2009 at 09:14 AM
From your blog I now have a much better understanding of what being the parent of an autistic child involves,that the biggest thing being required seems to be patience and understanding. The fact that a 15 minute walk is something to be treasured is something, I for one as a Grandparent of 3 boys and one girl, take for granted. May you have many more days of treasured moments in the years ahead.
Posted by: Jan Lawrence | May 26, 2009 at 09:35 AM
he is too cute, he has the sweetest face! it looks and sounds like he enjoyed the walk, the background in the pictures looks like a wonderful place to be... i love trees!
i hope that you had a wonderful weekend, julie... and that everything is well.
much love to you and your lovely family,
xo-kendall
Posted by: kendall micayla | May 26, 2009 at 12:44 PM
That's brilliant Julie! Here's to lots of other happy adventures! Lucy x
Posted by: Lucy Locket-Pocket | May 26, 2009 at 01:36 PM
its the wood fairies weaving their magic x
Posted by: jane halford | May 26, 2009 at 01:39 PM
So agree with Jan about how this blog has enlightened me so much about autism. I feel very joyful having heard about your walk in the woods.
The positive spirit that exudes from these web pages, together with the exquisite, if unattainable crafts, are both so inspiring.
Here's to more fifteen minute gems.
Posted by: Philippa | May 26, 2009 at 02:14 PM
Yay for Toby!!
here's to many more moments of joy for you both.
Posted by: susetheslowknitta | May 26, 2009 at 04:47 PM
Good for him! Here's hoping it's the first of many lovely walks!
Posted by: dottycookie | May 26, 2009 at 05:16 PM
That's wonderful! These little milestones mean so much more when they are so hard won. May Toby enjoy lots more walks in the woods!
Posted by: Caroline B | May 26, 2009 at 05:28 PM
Great news about Toby.Maybe this is the start of a new phase.Fingers crossed.I can see how you are treasuring those moments.
Posted by: barbara | May 26, 2009 at 06:29 PM
Good for Toby and good for you. I certainly understand. Our Saturday outing began with a one hour tantrum - it was okay though and we all worked through it. We keep at it, keep it normal, have been doing so for 43 years. ~Kelly
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Posted by: Kelly | May 26, 2009 at 06:54 PM
Thats just brought a tear to my eye, really pleased for him and you and your moment of bliss. Whenever you mention Toby it brings a stark reminder how difficult parenting can be and makes me really appricate how lucky we are having two almost perfect children who can be little monkeys may I always treasure the tantrums from now on. Thank you
Posted by: jennie | May 26, 2009 at 07:03 PM
Wonderful! Way to go, Toby! I'm sure you all enjoyed that walk very much...
Blessings,
Dianne
Posted by: Dianne | May 26, 2009 at 07:43 PM
Fabulous! May it be the first of many.
Posted by: Lucy | May 26, 2009 at 08:29 PM
No matter what the context it's always the little things that mean the most to me. I hope you get to go for another lovely walk very soon.
Posted by: Jenny | May 27, 2009 at 01:59 AM
Ra Ra Toby! What a cutie! Cute as a button! t.x
Posted by: kitschen pink | May 27, 2009 at 10:17 PM
Woohoo..Toby!!
Posted by: Patty | May 28, 2009 at 12:11 AM
Oh Julie, that is wonderful! Well done Toby - and well done you.
Posted by: Mary | May 29, 2009 at 10:47 AM
What a treasured memory Julie ~
Marie x
Posted by: marie | May 29, 2009 at 01:20 PM
Came upon your blog through another UK knitting site. I've read recently that some folks are teaching school-age autistic kids to knit, to help them focus more in the classroom. The doctors think because it engages both the left and right brain, it cuts down on the fidget response and helps with concentration. I was wondering if this might help with Toby. Best of luck to you both!! (And your toys are the cutest!)
Posted by: Susan @ knittingheals.com | May 29, 2009 at 04:10 PM
Yay for Toby!!
love Debbie and Hannah
PS He looks exactly like you!!
xxxxx
Posted by: debbie | June 01, 2009 at 11:54 PM