Thursday, October 1, 2009

Experience the miracle of NR

I decided to take a short video of my little darling dancing. You have to know the history to really comprehend the joy of seeing this. S has always enjoyed music since the day we met her. I brought a wind up musical toy to China with us and she loved it. From the day we got home, I have always played some kind of music for her. She had a toy attached to her bed that played 6 or 7 different classical tunes. She learned how each tune started so quickly, that she would press the button multiple times to get to her favorite song. She would recognize that it was one she wanted of didn't want by just a single note or two. The thing that I found more intriguing was that she didn't move her body to the music at all. I gave her some time, thinking she just wasn't used to the concept of music, but that movement came very naturally to every baby. She never once even tapped a finger or foot to the beat, no movement at all, even though she clearly enjoyed music and could easily identify songs. I can't remember how soon after starting NR that she started moving, but it wasn't very long at all. It started off with her just wiggling a little sitting down. Now we just started NR 7 months ago, with a 2 month or so break in the middle. I would have to say that even if the success the video shows was the only thing NR did for us, it would be worth it. But if you read a couple posts back, you'll know we have accomplished much more than that. I believe that NR unlocked her ability to fully integrate the music, there is no other explanation. You don't just start moving to the music after a year and a half of being exposed to it. Hopefully after seeing this video, if there is anyone reading this that doubts NR's effectiveness, you will be convinced.

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