On Tuesday night, we had a two-hour visit from a couple of reps from the School For The Deaf. I can't even remember all of the details and information that they went over with us, to tell you the truth, so I'll spare you all a recounting of the meeting. Basically, there are two languages for the deaf: one that focuses primarily on the listening and spoken language, and the other that focuses on ASL (American Sign Language). ASL is quite a bit different than English also, and has it's own culture. They'd like us to make a decision ASAP,regarding which language she will "speak," but without knowing how Layne will react with hearing aids and her cognitive abilities to comprehend and see signing, we don't feel that we can make that decision just yet. Regardless, we have a lot to learn. One of Layne's E.I. therapists loaned us these books to study in the meantime.
Oh, yeah. I forgot the true highlight of the day. At around 9:00 p.m., Layne's ENT doctor from Primary Children's called to say that he'd just received notice that the RSV tests he'd order a week prior turned out to be positive. So, one week after we find all this out. Good thing she's doing well and hasn't needed any hospitalization this time around, or Luke, as he has it too. We're being greatly blessed. Sure would have been nice to know this about a week ago though....
I can't believe it took them so long to let you know. I'm glad they are doing as well as they are. You are in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteI love the picture of Kimball and Koria at the front of your blog. You are so inventive Kendra. I have trouble just getting my blogs in each day.
You & Jared are doing great with Layne - she is going to do just fine as long as she has such great parents watching out for her. Good luck with all the decisions - we keep you in our prayers every day.
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