tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24497270.post6541449307702580242..comments2023-09-07T08:30:35.622-06:00Comments on Willowjak Boys: Take a Peek Through Our WindowStaceyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09862459438694060262noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24497270.post-51459656417649680952009-10-31T14:18:25.813-06:002009-10-31T14:18:25.813-06:00I didn't come on here with my first comment ju...I didn't come on here with my first comment just to give my sympathies and tell a personally related story, I came on here to ask if you have checked into Project Lifesaver.....but I forgot and then things got nuts around here last night (as they ALWAYS are!) and I couldn't get back on here.<br /><br />Anyway, if you haven't already, you might check into seeing if Project Lifesafer is in your area of the country yet. It is a program that gives families with wondering children/adults trackable bracelets. <br /><br />The program usually works through fire departments but is sometimes run through police departments. Their website is www.projectlifesaver.org<br />If they are not yet in your area, it may be worth contacting the officials in your area to get this program started locally.<br /><br />Good luck! I know what it's like to have a child (and now maybe two, because DD is doing it too!) who runs off in public places.AUTISMOMMAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11409553613709277901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24497270.post-71149692115617186802009-10-31T12:32:04.830-06:002009-10-31T12:32:04.830-06:00My son, now 14, does not run off...but he insults ...My son, now 14, does not run off...but he insults people in the store, and sometimes has a meltdown if he doesn't get something he likes.<br /><br />And when he had a major outburst at school, he was arrested for assault.<br /><br />At home, he eats everything he can get his hands on - gets up in the middle of the night to consume food we'd not let him have in the light of day.<br /><br />We have less things to worry about - it's just that now, the problems tend to be filled with serious consequences.<br /><br />I often describe parenting him as having a 14 year old toddler.<br /><br />We moms (even those with typical kids) need to support each other.<br /><br />Vent away.Kim Lehnhoffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02516002280882854450noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24497270.post-81277338161721992002009-10-30T17:21:36.529-06:002009-10-30T17:21:36.529-06:00I could have written this post and the most import...I could have written this post and the most important thing I think you wrote here is this:<br /><br />"There are things that I think many other families take for granted."<br /><br />Ain't that the freakin' truth??? People with typical children don't understand how autism can creep into every minute detail and aspect of living. They just don't get it. I'm not bashing them for it. After all, how could they possibly understand when they don't live this every moment of every day?<br /><br />Wednesday, I did actually venture out to the grocery with both children - something I never do. At one point, we were going along and my son was making a big fat deal over nearly nothing (a single drop of water on his pants). People were staring, the whole bit, everything I'm sure you're used to....well, this one guy comes along and says, "That's about like my six-year-old." Now granted, I should NOT have said what I said next, but I said, "Well, he's autistic. So we get everything times ten."<br /><br />And he said....wait for it....wait for it....."It's not that different, you know."<br /><br />Um.......<br /><br />Um.......<br /><br />Really???????? Are you kidding me?<br /><br />I didn't say anything back to him but I wanted to skin him and it made me cranky the entire rest of our shopping trip.<br /><br />Anyway.....hugs to you! And there are MANY of us out there who "get" it so don't ever feel bad when you have to let loose on here.AUTISMOMMAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11409553613709277901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24497270.post-18661880393637882722009-10-30T17:18:38.540-06:002009-10-30T17:18:38.540-06:00This comment has been removed by the author.AUTISMOMMAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11409553613709277901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24497270.post-61220004707677670502009-10-29T22:50:26.359-06:002009-10-29T22:50:26.359-06:00My sympathies. We have a friend and former busines...My sympathies. We have a friend and former business partner who has twins with ADD/Aspergers. She has to run like a mad lady to keep up now that the twins are 8. The twins don't tend to head off, they tend to bring in. The family lives on a goat farm and the twins like to herd the goats into the house. If you've spent much time around goats, you know that isn't good.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08027973862125764895noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24497270.post-6774998968327710022009-10-29T21:48:11.713-06:002009-10-29T21:48:11.713-06:00That really was so enlightening. I don't know ...That really was so enlightening. I don't know how you have time to get anything done. I suppose you develop a rhythm of sorts.<br /><br />It reminds me of a book I'm reading about a boy with extreme OCD behavior. It's for a book tour and I think my post date is in November. <br /><br />Have you ever considered writing a book yourself to share your experiences, and possibly help out financially?Liz Mayshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13960276167677132860noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24497270.post-20642005360575439962009-10-29T18:37:07.758-06:002009-10-29T18:37:07.758-06:00I'm embarrassed about all my whining and compl...I'm embarrassed about all my whining and complaining. You are a wonderful mom!Traciehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10612857982151448455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24497270.post-21774801892147699092009-10-29T13:55:29.748-06:002009-10-29T13:55:29.748-06:00You are an amazing loving mother whom I take my ha...You are an amazing loving mother whom I take my hat off to. In our Special Ed. class I've dealt with many autistic children but they left me at 3:00 and went home. Then I went home to my bedroom.<br /><br />I just want you to know the last autistic child I had is now in his second year of college on the honor roll. Hang in there girl. I hope you have surrounded yourself with a good support system.<br /><br />I pray that God blesses you in a most special way!!!Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)https://www.blogger.com/profile/10175389676508928061noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24497270.post-41239528691716550892009-10-29T09:39:51.861-06:002009-10-29T09:39:51.861-06:00I'm glad you wrote this. Every sentence had me...I'm glad you wrote this. Every sentence had me more and more in awe over what your daily life must be like. It also makes me even angrier at the people I know who can't even take care of one kid who doesn't have any problems. If they only knew.Aunt Juiceboxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09312942310632639442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24497270.post-62067286805597967122009-10-29T08:07:33.268-06:002009-10-29T08:07:33.268-06:00The thing that REALLY shocks me, is that you'r...The thing that REALLY shocks me, is that you're not more harried & crazy than parents of kids with less challenges. You still find time (make time) to read, write amazing blogs, discover new music & think interesting thoughts. You Blow my mind Stace. xoJenniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05374653893980902803noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24497270.post-74726557721047389292009-10-29T07:08:44.371-06:002009-10-29T07:08:44.371-06:00That was one of the most eye-opening and powerful ...That was one of the most eye-opening and powerful posts I have ever read! I am so happy that you found me so I could follow you.<br /><br />You are one amazing woman who soooooo deserves that wonderful bedroom you described. <br /><br />I hope you are able to find the support that you must need when things get hectic and out of control, I hope the blogging helps. It has certainly helped me cope with the shock of finding out I was in menopause 2 years after having my first child while I was still hoping to have one more.<br /><br />I salute you! You are one amazing woman!!<br /><br />I'm hooked on your blog and when I get a minute which may take a week or two, I'll be reading through your older posts.<br /><br />Hugs to youMenopausal New Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01427085574473513923noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24497270.post-25838405817490232142009-10-29T04:20:19.648-06:002009-10-29T04:20:19.648-06:00Wow. This is a huge eye opener. I can't imagin...Wow. This is a huge eye opener. I can't imagine. You must be exhausted every minute of every day.<br /><br />(((Hugs)))Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24497270.post-22911337616877006342009-10-29T03:46:44.211-06:002009-10-29T03:46:44.211-06:00I have nothing to say except that you are truly am...I have nothing to say except that you are truly amazing and it must kill you to hear people complain about silly things like having to get up early or their days at work!Mikehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03158978490041796686noreply@blogger.com