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Sharing “I Can!” Attitudes: Jumpin’for Joy

Two swimmers in a pool, with one holding a kickboard.

Jumpin’for joy

My son has Asperger’s and is currently out of mainstream secondary school due to his difficulties. On Saturday, he got Gold at the Lincolnshire Gymnastics Association Floor and Vault competition. We are extremely proud of his achievements in gymnastics.Pink heart outline on a white background.

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~ Lorna K. (Proud Mom)

 

Young boy in a gymnastics leotard wearing a medal

 

 

Little Victories

Not only did she trace her name unassisted, but she said “me”!! She’s 5 &1/2…non-verbal with autism. My grandaughter is the love of my life!Pink heart outline on a white background.

~ AngieD. (ProudGrandmother)

 

Aiyana handwritten on a light background.

 

 

Pretty in Pink

My daughter sat still enough for me to paint her toes and fingers! She was actually totally willing. She doesn’t sit still for annnnything!Pink heart outline on a white background.

Kelly B. (Proud Mom)

 

 

A child's hand with bright pink nail polish being held by an adult.

 

Swimming Success!

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My son did Special Olympics swim practice…first time ever without a life jacket on!!!Pink heart outline on a white background.

~ Roberta L. (Proud Mom)

 

A swimmer in a pool reaches forward to swim.

 

 

Clean, Sweet and Beautiful

We have finally found the only time he will let us sit and cuddle… fresh out of the bath. He never tolerates being cuddled at any other time. My cup runneth over!Pink heart outline on a white background.

 

A young boy with dark hair smiles, wrapped in a tan towel.

~ Nicole P. (Proud Mom)

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Proud Moments can be any time that you have been extremely proud of your child with special needs. It can be when they are giving it their all or reaching a milestone. We share Triumphs every Tuesday on Facebook or send via email to [email protected]

 

 

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This post originally appeared on our January/February 2016 Magazine [11]

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