Do ya hear?

So, I was looking through old posts. I was shocked to see that all my posts concerning Evie's hearing have upwards of 300 views. Some 500! Creepy? Well anyways, people always ask me how she's doing - if she can still hear - what's up with the hearing aids - how are her ears - etc. So . . .

here is a quick update on my lovely lady with hearing loss.

Evie, is doing fantastic. Because she has a type of progressive hearing loss (can get better and worse) we are constantly monitoring her hearing. So far there have only been very small changes. I could not be more proud of her. I'm pretty sure she listens better than normal hearing kids. With her hearing aids on she hears everything. She hears me whisper to her! SO COOL HUH!? She talks REALLY WELL. Her articulation is, well, it's downright impressive.

If any of you are reading this blog because you are just finding out that your child has a hearing loss, or you're worried they have a hearing loss, or you know someone who knows someone who has hearing loss - well that is awesome. Frrr real. Don't be scrrrrd. (What just happened there?) Anways . . . 

Because we live on this earth, at this time in history we have access to INCREDIBLE technology. 

To anyone just finding out your child has a hearing loss - the first part is the hardest part. Whatever emotion you are feeling, let yourself feel it. Don't be ashamed. It's normal. Things get easier and then all of the sudden you are like HEY my kid is still the same kid they were before. And there is SO MUCH HELP out there for you and your child. Find it and take advantage of it! You WILL find success if that's what you're looking for. With all your might, be POSITIVE, this is not a bad thing. Life is beautiful.

To anyone feeling like your child is showing signs of a hearing loss - GET THEM TESTED. Like NOW. It's so simple and so quick and so painless and so FREE! Answers make everyone feel better. If it turns out there is a problem, the sooner you know the BETTER. 

To anyone who knows someone with a hearing loss - If you ever have a question, ask. Very simple :) 

Evie Grace enjoying her summer:

 Sometimes if I say "PRETTY PLEASE" I can get Evie to strike a pose.

 This was pre-yard sale day. As you can see, she found some treasures.

Eve loves "penguin ice cream"

And she loves ice cream in general.