Have you heard her sneering, nasty thoughts? “Can’t get it together!” “Doesn’t do enough for her child!” “Babying him!” “Gosh, no one else complains at the school like that!” “So demanding! So chaotic! What a mess!” “If only those signs weren't missed, there might be a better outcome.” “Oh, my goodness! Should have caught that problem much sooner... Missed some important opportunities... … [Read more...]
Preparing for the Test
In the midst of all we had going on with the newness of understanding we had a child with special needs: the emotions, the changes, the challenges, the sleepless nights, anger, worry, sadness, grief, joy, fun, tough times, hope for a healing, we heard something like this, “BEEP, BEEP, BEEP, BEEP. This is a test. This is a test of the emergency broadcast system. This is only a test. Had it been a … [Read more...]
Encouragement for the Doubting Parent
You've read the books. Countless books. You've talked with friends. You've sat in on therapy session after therapy session and have asked a thousand questions that begin with, "What do I do if...?" You've raised your child and you have a pretty good handle on what to expect from them during a meltdown or a difficult moment. But day after day, the words and actions of your special needs child … [Read more...]