Top 10 Favorite Words from Reid's Latest IEP
10. charismatic
9. initiator
8. seizes
7. leading
6. enthusiasm
5. contagious
4. kinesthetic
3. joyful
2. laughing
1. charismatic (yes, it was used twice)
I realize this is taking things out of context, but sitting there sharing a copy of "Present Levels" with Jim, I couldn't help but underline the words that popped out at me. This is our boy!
How wonderful to be around a table of people who notice, appreciate and acknowledge his strengths while they shore up his considerable deficits. Keeping the gifts in sight is what motivates us all, including Reid. As it's been said, we become what we focus on.
I wouldn't have imagined ever saying this but the morning after, I told Jim I wish those meetings were more often. To brainstorm and collaborate with people who care so deeply about Reid's future and work creatively and tirelessly toward common goals, was energizing.
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Philippians 4:7-9
For as he thinks in his heart, so is he. Proverbs 23:7
And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect. Romans 12:1-3
hooray!!! from what i know of Reid those are great words to describe him and i know thay do your heart good. (i admit that #8 scared me at first - guess i'm just used to seeing that word in a negative light.) Phil. 4:7-9 is just the reminder i need tonight.
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