Kannin has had Nicki as his HabAide (Rehabilitational Aide) since August of 2009. Nicki came into our home 20 hours a week for 9 months and became a HUGE part of our family. She became engaged in February of this year and decided to move with her fiance JJ when he found a new job in Washington State. Her last day was May 6th, 2010 and we can not even explain how much we miss her! There are no words to explain all the ways Nicki helped our little guy grow, learn, mature & love. There are also not enough ways to say thank you to her for the special friend she has become for Kannin and myself. The people that she is yet to meet and the employers that she will work for and with down the road...THEY are the lucky ones because their lives will be blessed by a an amazing, loving, caring and genuine person. Kannin has a friend for life in Nicki and we are already planning a trip to Washington in June of 2011 for Nicki & JJ's Wedding!!
A day at Build A Bear
Nicki helping Kannin make his bear.
Our Christmas with Nik Nik
Cuddling with Nicki at Ryder's Birthday Party
Having once had a huge fear of dogs, Kannin now is more loving of them. Here he is sharing a kiss with "Rane," Nicki's Cocker Spanial.
Playing a game with Nik Nik
Nicki's last day here! Ryder says: "I will never forget Nicki. I will just cose my eyes and remember her!"
Nicki & Kannin saying goodbye on her last day at our house (May 6, 2010)
Nicki & JJ stayed around Billings for an extra week to pack for their move. They met us at Chuck E. Cheese ON Kannin's 5th Birthday to celebrate with him.
Punching The Ducks with Nik Nik
Birthday Gift: Reading his new book with Nicki & JJ
Kannin's NEW Hab Aide Stephany. Stephany started coming to our house around the end of May and Kannin has taken to her really well. We will create lots of new memories with her and I will BLOG about his progress! Thanks for everything Nicki & WELCOME Stephany!!
