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Our First Conversation

Off in his own world most hours of the day, it’s very seldom I’m able to get his attention. Never really had a true conversation, beside myself doing all the talking. He’s verbal, but sometimes not so much. I know that the more talking he hears he eventually picks up more words, but it isn’t consistent nor is what being said. He loves watching Youtube videos and movies repeatedly. He can repeat every line and play out the entire scene. I feel as if he tries to have a conversation this way, like he feels he is socializing with us by stating only the lines he memorizes. He does this at random moments, just out of the blue when it’s quiet, but I absolutely adore watching him do this. It’s the only time I hear his voice as if he is talking to me and we’re having a conversation. As much as I try, I’ve never been much of a talker, bringing me back to always learning along with my son. Everyday we both grow together. I’m not the fastest blogger and I wish I could pull out postings out like my fellow writers, but life happens. I just wanted to share our very first conversation that happened two weeks ago. My heart is so happy just thinking about it as I glance over at him at the moment playing with his stuffed minion. It was like any other day, during therapy. I gave myself a break and happen to stumble in the living room while Kyson was given a break too. He was happily playing with his BT (Behavioral Therapist). She was rolling him up in his blanket and swinging him onto the couch. Loudest laughters coming out from underneath the blanket. I watch from a distance, Kyson notices me and runs to me, I kneel down to the floor. “Mommy!” “Yes, Kyson, what is it? Are you having fun?” “So happy!,” he shouts and throws his arms around me. “I’m so happy that you’re happy!” I give him a tight squeeze and stand up. “Mommy? Pick me up?” Estatic, I pick him up and hold on. I held on just a little longer than usual this time. Kyson’s a big boy and lately it’s been hard to carry him, but this moment I held him just a bit longer, and because I was trying to hide my tears a bit from the BT. I was elated and my heart was full. Final Thoughts This is how far we’ve come. From days of one-word demands to having moments like this. A moment when the conversation was real and attention was fully on. I know tomorrow he will awake and it may be different, he may go back to what he knows best. I’m growing right along with him, I’ve never done this before and more importantly, it gives me hope. Hope to one day know what’s going on in that creative mind of his. -Anna MV
In his world

Anna MV

A Hmong woman practicing life finding art in everything. Blogger of Family, Life, Culture, Autism, Self Awarenes

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  1. Tresa | The Mom Blog WI

    What a beautiful piece. Thank you so much for sharing. That’s such an amazing feeling. My son has been very slow on the verbal front due to chronic ear infections for a year. So when he talks and actually forms words, it’s so unbelievably exciting and it makes me so happy. You’re a very patient woman and mother, and so very brave for sharing this story. I don’t know if I could handle such a difficult situation, so I have the utmost respect for you. Keep carrying on, momma. Some day, it will all be worth it.

    1. Anna MV

      Wow, thanks so much for the amazingly kind words. I truly am speechless ๐Ÿ’™ Thanks you for reading and sharing your story about your son. Wishing him the best!

  2. Robyn

    Wow, that is great!! I am so happy for you!! Yay!!

    1. Anna MV

      It is Robyn! I still get teary just thinking about it. Thanks โค

  3. Andrew Koscielecky

    OMG, my sister in law daughter is autictic! I need to pass this article to her. Thanks for sharing! I know this is not easy topic!

    1. Anna MV

      Thanks for reading Andrew, it definitely isn’t, but gets better with time. ๐Ÿ˜Š

  4. Mimi Lila

    I am very happy that you have achieved this milestone. I know how difficult it is to have an autistic child. All the blessings.

    1. Anna MV

      Thank you Mimi, I appreciate it.

  5. Kiara S

    This is so beautiful. Brought me to tears, I can only imagine the immense joy you felt having this moment with your boy โค๏ธ

    1. Anna MV

      It was a very special moment for sure. Thanks Kiara ๐Ÿ˜Š

  6. Linnรฉa Engelman

    Wow this post made me emotional! Bless you and your beautiful boy and congratulations for making it this far! <3

    1. Anna MV

      Thanks so much, I’m very proud of him ๐Ÿ˜Š

  7. amayszingblogs

    I am glad to share your beautiful story! Congrats!

    1. Anna MV

      Thank you ๐Ÿ˜Š

  8. Sean Ealy

    Very moving story. Thank you for sharing!

    1. Anna MV

      Thanks Sean ๐Ÿ˜Š

  9. ZyraKuma

    This is so sweet and heart warming!

  10. Papa Jack

    Reading your story is admirably wonderful. It is definitely a heart melting story I would want to have.

    1. Anna MV

      Thanks so much for your kind words.

  11. blair villanueva

    Sometimes, the simplest words are the most sincere and meaningful.

    1. Anna MV

      Very true ๐Ÿ˜Š

    1. Anna MV

      Thank you ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿป

  12. Ingrid Rizzolo

    This must have been a rewarding experience for you. It signals hope for even greater improvement overtime.

    1. Anna MV

      You’re so right, thanks Ingrid. ๐Ÿ˜Š

  13. Mohammed @ Live Daily Mo

    Wonderful piece that is so touching. I feel how ‘precious’ these moments are to you.

    1. Anna MV

      They are, thanks for reading. ๐Ÿ˜Š

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