Kyler Spotlight

Kyler was born March 16th, 2003. He was three months early and weighed a whopping three pounds. Kyler was a pretty quiet baby. I didn't really think much about it because it was my first baby. Of course I had concerns because he was so early, but my mom and sister Aimee really clued in that there was something wrong. Kyler was not sitting up by the time he was 1 so we took him to SLC for a MRI. This is when my world came crashing down. Kyler's diagnosis was Periventrical Leukamalasia. I hope I spelled that right. From this condition other things can branch out. Down Syndrome, bliness, and Cerebral Palsy. Kyler developed Cerebral Palsy. At the time, I was so depressed. I was told he probably would not walk or talk. I couldn't imagine not being able to express to Kyler in words my love for him, or for not to be able to express what he was feeling. We immediately got Kyler into PT, OT and speech. He started developing very well, and I couldn't be any prouder than I am now. He is always making gains, and is walking very well with his crutches. He also talks non-stop! He is very humorous and makes me laugh everyday. When I first found out about Kyler having CP I was so mad. But the smile on his face is enough to make anyones day brighen. He is an amazing smart kid, and I am very blessed to have such a sweet child.