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in Lexington, a trip was made to The University
of Virginia Hospital. The pediatric neurologist
diagnosed Keaton with the condition known as
Asperger’s Syndrome. Keaton continued to go to
the UVA’s Kluge Clinic each month for as long as he
lived in Lexington. It was suggested that he have a
Magnetic Resonator Imaging (MRI) to reinforce the
diagnosis of autism. The MRI was conducted at The
University of Virginia Hospital. The results showed
that Keaton did not have a brain tumor or a lesion
of the brain. The diagnosis of Asperger’s Syndrome
remained in place.
One of the humorous incidents from his time
in Lexington involves Keaton’s name for Gavin’s
preschool. Gavin attended a pre-school at the Catholic
Church. Each time we passed the church Keaton
would point out the “Cathaletic” school his brother
attended. This seemed a logical name to him as his
father was employed in the athletic building at VMI.
Keaton had physical therapy to build strength in his
legs. This was paid for by his parents. This therapy
was necessary for him to learn to pump his legs while
swinging and to be able to ride a bike.