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she became quite a conversationalist. This was good for both children and they seemed to look forward to seeing each other. The comparison between Keaton’s monologue and Taylor’s conversation with others was yet another concern to add to Mark’s growing list. He shared this concern with me as well as with Pam. Pam suggested that Mark share all of his doubts with the pediatrician during Keaton’s four year checkup. The doctor examined Keaton thoroughly and spoke afterwards with his parents. His response to Mark’s concerns was that if Keaton had been a grown-up, the doctor would say that he resembled an absent minded professor! Keaton had read aloud the letters on the wall charts and had made observations about the pictures while the doctor completed his check- up. He told Keaton’s parents that Keaton was above average in height and in weight for his age. His only negative observation was Keaton’s speech. He said that Keaton appeared to be a “late bloomer” in his speech patterns. Pam was relieved at this report and felt very hopeful; Mark was not so confident that all was as it should be with Keaton. Their opinions were shared with me during our next telephone conversation. The family enjoyed a good summer. Carl and I had begun to take trips with Mark, Pam, and Keaton. We were quite happy to “little boy” sit to give Mark and Pam an evening out to go to a restaurant or a movie or some other entertainment. Basketball camps for Mark usually resulted in Pam and Keaton visiting with us or just enjoying little outings on their own. The parents felt ready for a new school experience for

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