Luke's Preschool Program

On May 30th Luke had his first preschool program.

IT WAS INCREDIBLE!

Some of Luke's dream team.

Brittanie. Kristyn. Ainsley. Ashley. Cody. Madison. Courtney. Kelly.

They have been my angels on earth.

I went to this program, not knowing what to expect and kind of hesitant about battle both of the boys to go.  So glad I decided to ignore that feeling and go.

I was so impressed, I wrote this email to the staff later that afternoon.

Dear Bridges Staff,

Today was incredible.  Man alive, I was blown away! I woke up today somewhat nervous about going to a party with Luke.  He doesn't do well with crowds and a new routine.  I kept trying to tell him we were going to school, but for a party and all of his friends were going to be there, but as we walked through the main entrance the "squawk and drop" started.  I was bracing myself for a battle for the next hour.  

But once again you saved me...

There you all were with smiles on your faces and happy to see us.  Brittanie instantly stepped in with the infamous "green skittles" and all was well in Luke's world.  I'll be honest, I've been somewhat heartbroken watching all of the preschool graduation social media stuff popping up lately.  It is one of those things I'm learning how to cope with as a mom with a child on the spectrum.  Those milestones that you wonder will ever come and long for with every fiber in your body.  The pessimist inside me figured there was NO WAY Bridges could pull of a program.  I mean, hello, I couldn't even get Luke to walk calmly to the multi-purpose room. I was proven very wrong!

Watching those beautiful kids sitting in their chairs with all of you there supporting them was incredible.  I was happier than a clam with that, and then the dancing.  Oh my word, the dancing.  I've never cried over watching my Luke jump up and dance until today. A year ago, I would have never guessed he could/would do that in a crowd setting.  I want to thank each and every one of you for being our angels and setting expectations high for the kiddos.  It would and can be so easy to just expect less of them, but you don't.    

I could just keep saying it over and over again "We love Bridges! We love Bridges!" There is something special about this school.  I feel it everyday when I come to get my baby. 

I will never be able to properly thank all of you for showing me all these hidden gifts Luke has to share.  It takes more work to get them to come out, but when they do it was SOOOOO worth the wait.  

Thank you.

Keisha aka Luke's mom