09 November 2026
Nathaniel can sit cross-legged on the floor now in physical therapy. To do this, he must have flexible hips and knees on both sides. He also must have strong trunk muscles to hold himself upright. This is a big deal because it shows flexibility and strength.
Although Nathaniel can't speak yet, he is vocalizing the correct number of syllables for some words. For example, he can't say his name clearly (three syllables in Hebrew: net an el), but he can make three sounds in a row when asked to say his name.
Nathaniel is getting much faster in typing. In speech therapy, the therapist shows him a word, and he must type it. The biggest problem seems to be the eye–hand coordination of typing the correct letter rather than knowing the word and how to spell it. The fact that he seems to know the word and how to spell it is great progress.
Nathaniel, we are thrilled to hear you are getting better day by day. We are so excited when you have another accomplishment. Keep up all your great progress, and we look forward to reading your successes. Hugs from Sue and Lou from Maryland
It feels like I am experiencing a time with life doesn't have as much uplifting news as I would like. But when I hear about Nathaniel, i get the boost I know is there hiding somewhere. Nathaniel, you are lifting up my world. Keep progressing and one day you will be on a big stage explaining how hard you worked just to speak again and everyone will know the glory of Hashem and the relience of man.