Happy Valentine's Day to the Keebler Family!!

Autism occurs in 1 in 150 children. The Keebler family realized that not one, but two of their three boys had autism four years ago. Mr. and Mrs. Keebler's lives became filled with taking Joshua and Caleb to therapy, researching other treatments and doctors appointments. They have to be some of the most selfless people I know. Hearing them talk about how the Lord has greatly blessed them in the midst of trials is incredible.


Our family met the Keeblers about six months ago when they began attending our church. My younger sister and I started going to their home once a week to work (and play) with Joshua, age nine, Caleb, age seven, and Aaron, age four. Working with special needs kids is amazing. Getting excited with Mrs. Keebler when Caleb learns to sign a new word, when Joshua starts to write stories, when Aaron sings, praying with Mrs. Keebler for her boys.

Last week I called Mrs. Keebler told her that we were planning on watching her kids so she and Mr. Keebler could go out to eat in celebration of Valentine's Day. After they got back from the restaurant they told us that this was the first time in six years that had gone anywhere by themselves.

Mr. and Mrs. Keebler are mistaken. Yes, we might be a blessing to them, but they bless us in their example and testimony in a way they will never know