Saturday, December 23, 2006

Christmas with Joseph 12-22-06





















Joseph opening his pile of gifts. As you can see he was happier than a hippo in water!















Joseph by the tree which they will decorate later on with the entire family.















Yes, its all 3 of us, and we're smiling, and nothing was freezing over and pigs weren't flying :)
As you can see his specialized care home is very nice, and they go all out for family holidays. We, meaning Chris and I, have a wonderful relationship with the family. We share many of the same approaches to things which makes this situation work well, and not allow for loopholes or chinks in the armor. Its highly structured and strict, but also positive, and recognizing of rewards when earned. Our hope is he will decide to work with it rather than against, and utilize all the opportunity for help that has been provided to him. The ball is in his court, choices have consequences and rewards so it's up to him what choices he makes.

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