Who knew?

Almost 17 years ago my youngest son was born. The timing was bad to say the least; Nicole was in matric, Kieran aged 3 kept me on my toes with his gluten and wheat allergies and life in general just felt as though it was too much for me.

When Jared was two Years of age it was diagnosed that his speech development was delayed as a result of chronic Rhinitus and many middle ear infections.

His tonsils and adenoids were removed and grommets were placed in both ears. Speech therapy then commenced. This was a battle in itself as Jared had become quite ingenious and accustomed to acquiring things without saying a WORD. All it took were sounds and gestures and he would get just what he needed. It was now up to me to break the pattern.....

The night before last, Jared was chosen to present a speech titled "The best thing since sliced bread" at his school's first public speaking event. Being bedridden I could not attend the function and waited anxiously at home like a hen on eggs wondering how he would fare.

Imagine my surprise and joy when Jared later walked in the front door proudly displaying a trophy for the 'Best speaker in his grade' and a gold certificate!

Life could not be sweeter for me right now.