Sweet Victory Lap

My blue eyed boy is the only student that I had last year who is also in my class this year. He is my "repeat offender". I adore all of my children and blue eyes is a terrific child to have as a repeat student. We recently changed which gait trainer he uses because the previous one needs to be converted to scrap metal and spare parts. The new one is an amazig upgrade, so much better, and because it is different it is like starting over again. So today I decided to run with the good mood he was in and into the gait trainer he went. Well by the time I have all of the straps in place the cutie looks a bit like Pinnochio before the strings are cut but he is standing very nicely. So then comes the time for my song and dance routine. Literally. In order to motivate him to take steps, and not scream like I am engaging in a secret ancient torture method, I jump around, clap my hands, cheer, dance, tickle, and sing. Yes, the other children back away slowly and give me the look that says perhaps they need to refer me for some services. But, today my little one with the blue eyes and stubborn temper took steps in the new gait trainer and laughed, smiled, and gave me his wicked sideways grin. So we took a well earned victory lap around the classroom with me as the clown leading the parade and sweet boy as the best, brightest attraction taking it step by step. Success one smile, one laugh, one step at a time. Sweet, sweet victory!!