Junior Mock gets to have swim therapy twice a week at his school, and he LOVES it. And for those of you who remember Junior Mock’s challenges , you might be wondering, “How the heck does a kid with absolutely no mobility go swimming?”
Well, I’ll tell you. They fit him with this neckular contraption – which is like a life vest that fastens around his neck and spans several inches all around him, and he just hangs in the water. It’s the only time EVER that he can not only relax all of his muscles completely, but also he can move himself with very small arm/leg movements, across the pool. He gets to be mobile, with no fancy equipment. And it’s a joy for him.
The first time I saw him dangling in the pool with this contraption, I giggled SO MUCH. Not just because he looks kinda goofy, but because he gets this hilarious grin on his face whenever he gets to “swim.” He just loves it.
And remember his bus aide I told you about, who was mostly responsible for the ENORMOUS bouquet of balloons that came for Junior Mock when he was in the hospital? Well, not only does he ride the bus with Junior Mock everyday, but he also now works in his classroom, and he snapped a few photos for me. And here is my favorite. I defy you to look at it and not smile.
LOVE.
Thanks for sharing! What a sweetheart!
I smiled! What a sweet baby!
Love it!
I always love your son’s smile! JuniorMock has such a knack for enjoying life that it makes ME enjoy it, too! May God bless him, you, and all your family.
That kid never fails to bring a huge smile to my face! I had a crappy day, and this just ended it on such a happy note! Thanks JuniorMock!! *smooch*
Oh that SO made me smile. You have such cute kids Mock. You must be proud!!!!
I see he inherited his mother’s winning smile…WHICH IS LIKE THE SUN COMING OUT! Absolutely adorable!
Now I want to go swimming too….
Oh, I love his smile so much! I’m glad that he has such a great time in swim therapy.
I grinned from ear to ear! Thanks for sharing with us.
Your young man has an amazing smile. I am sending much happy thoughts ya’lls way.
Awwwww…look at that smile!! *love*
What a great invention! I can see how much he’s enjoying it!!!
{{{hugs}}} =)
What a genious, yet simple contraption. And what a great picture too!! My son loves the pool too!
The one-word definition for this picture: BLISS
This photo and your shared story made my day. I love that Jr Mock can find peace and comfort in a swimming pool so often. From the ear-to-ear grin on his face, I would say he feels the same way! What a happy boy!!
Thanks you guys! He’s definitely a keeper.
Very sweet picture.
Love me some Junior Mock. Love.
really cool