Highlights with Duain
After a string of challenging sessions, this week brought an unforgettable breakthrough with Duain. He came in with a whole new energy—and for the first time, he played three NEW and different instruments in one session: the guitar, piano, and ocean drum! Each one brought out a different side of him, and it was like he rediscovered his own musical voice.
What made it even more special was how he began to incorporate his AAC device more naturally into the session. He’s been slowly learning to use it, and today he started using it alongside the music to communicate more freely. It felt like everything started coming together—his confidence, his curiosity, and his voice (in every sense of the word).
Watching him explore, take initiative, and express himself so fully was one of those moments I’ll remember for a long time. It reminded me that growth doesn’t always happen in a straight line—but when it shows up, it’s magic.
Go Duain! Can’t wait to see where we go from here.
- Amelia Elbendary
