eSpecially Ben

Ben's camp during spring break put together this bulletin board, creating something new to add each day: butterflies, bees, ladybugs and chicks. See other works of art:  www.5minutesforspecialneeds.com

Ben has been in swim lessons since January. He can "monkey crawl" several feet on the side of the pool without any support, making it to the steps. He can "jump" into the water, going under, and float with some assistance. We are amazed by what he has learned in such a short amount of time because Ben has been in the water since he was a tiny tot, and we were never able to teach him any of these things. Ben's very special swim instructor, Charquita, moved last week to NY to take a job running an aquatic center. We will miss her gentle ways, her quick understanding of Ben's skills and her belief in Ben's abilities. We are sad to lose her, but at least three other people have jumped in to take her place. Ben is like a superstar at the Y pool and it seems that it is a privilege to work with him. At one point, I thought a fight might break out, but I quickly stepped in and said that everyone would have to take their turn working with my sweet child. Ok

 This is Ben and a friend from the neighborhood watching "Bob the Builder." See more photos at www.5minutesforspecialneeds.com