When I am afraid, I will trust in you. Psalm 56:3 I feel so overwhelmed. As a mom, wife, and special needs school director I am stretched pretty thin. This last week we started a new school year and my son Charlie started “middle school.” I just exhaled after I typed that. A big transition for any family, but with a child with autism who is in the throws of puberty it can be a rocky … [Read more...]
Spinning Out of Control?
Are you spinning out of control? The bills are piling up. The IEP meetings are so stressful. My child’s behaviors are getting more severe. You haven’t gone out to dinner in forever. You worry about the future of your child. Your marriage is struggling. We have to go to so many different doctor appointments. You are struggling with your job or you are … [Read more...]
I Can’t But God Can
I have heard this statement before but something tonight spoke to me deeper: I can't... but God can. Have you ever tried to do something on your own, but figured out after several attempts that you needed help? Do you go in circles worrying about the same things? Are you at your wits end trying to solve problems over and over again? Charlie and I I struggle with these things at times. I … [Read more...]
Rollercoaster Rides – Who Do You Hold Onto?
My son has loved rollercoasters for years. He loves to build them, loves to figure out the measurements, loves to create twists and turns, and loves to see the finished product. He is 12 now and has done this since he was about 2 or 3. He loves to create new ones over and over again. Often times our lives as special needs parents are like rollercoasters. There are ups and downs. Sometimes we can … [Read more...]
Transitions and Changes … They Takes Work
Transitions. Changes. I’m sure you can all relate how challenging this can be with our kids. Getting in the car to go somewhere… especially those things not planned. Going back to school after a break. Your child gets a new teacher or para professional. Scheduled to go to the beach and it rains. The technology suddenly stops working. What are some solutions or strategies to help our kids … [Read more...]
I Am Tired and Weary
I am tired. I am weary. I feel overwhelmed. It is that time of year for me when all the holidays start coming one after the other. It is that time of year where my son Charlie’s work at school starts getting harder and in more abundance. It is that time of year where I am longing for a break or rest. Do you have those same thoughts and feelings? Lately in my small group at church I have … [Read more...]