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Post by Kristen on Dec 5, 2005 12:36:28 GMT -5
I just don't like the idea that happiness is generally tied to the idea that people with mental retardation are happy because they don't know any better. Like, Carter's a happy kid because he's just in his happy little la-la world. It also goes hand in hand with that random hugging stuff - OMG do I hate that! My mom's cousin always talks about this one girl at the McD's by her that stops to hug everyone and takes so long because she is busy hugging. Makes me want to rip my hair out every time. To me, that is a girl who was not taught appropriate behavior, self control and publically appropriate behavior. At the ripe old age of 3 Carter does NOT do that, nor has he ever because I have always been very on top of his behavior wherever we are. He is friendly and will wave when he sees someone looking at him and say "hah" (his version of hi) but that's the end of it. No hugging, no touching strange people, none of that. THOSE are the reasons it bothers me.
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Post by Kristen on Dec 5, 2005 12:50:11 GMT -5
Does your MIL know mine? We live in Illinois, too, so I can tell you no, there is no season on them because mine is still here! As long as she is doing minimal harm, I swould ignore her as much as possible. I highly doubt your DH takes what she says seriously and if he isn't, he does need to tell her to back off until she has something nicer to say. If she is anything like mine, she will live to regret those words and actions, but in the meantime, just try to hang tight and hopefully she will move on to someone else to bother soon.
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Post by Kristen on Nov 19, 2005 20:01:50 GMT -5
This is why Charlie is rock star king of the universe! WAY TO GO!!!!
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Post by Kristen on Nov 19, 2005 20:05:09 GMT -5
Ya for being home! Come on remission, you can do it!
You have a wonderful outlook, Lexy will be all the better for it. Big huge hugs to you all!
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Post by Kristen on Nov 19, 2005 20:17:26 GMT -5
Not much to add, but I do know several people who have moved for the district. I would not rule out the possibility for us, even though I don't see it happening with where we are. I like his school now and we are in a brand new subdivision with an elementary school that just opened this year which is supposed to be fantastic. That being said, if anyone will find fault with it, you know it will be me, devil girl A - go with your gut. It won't mislead you, you know that!
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Post by Kristen on Nov 15, 2005 9:53:19 GMT -5
I *do* get what you mean. What is good for one person is not for another. I appreciate the ability to change the IEP and change plans as we go along. Predicting what anyone is gong to do/be capable of is hard enough, you are right that we should all be flexible to changing our ideas as we learn more abbout our children.
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Post by Kristen on Nov 14, 2005 12:45:18 GMT -5
See, you do know, but your kiddos just like to keep you grounded!
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Post by Kristen on Nov 11, 2005 18:40:27 GMT -5
Glad it works for him! It was not beneficial here, but I do watch Carter's diet pretty closely and try to get antioxidants in him, which certainly can't hurt, might help. Great to hear he is doing so well!
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Post by Kristen on Nov 14, 2005 12:47:03 GMT -5
He is such a cutie pie! I hear ya about the metabolism - if only that brand of luck came in teh adult size, I would totally be there!
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Post by Kristen on Nov 6, 2005 19:32:16 GMT -5
CONGRATS!!! Cute name! I just love the teeny beenies!
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Post by Kristen on Nov 3, 2005 12:26:24 GMT -5
What is that about the toughest decisions are the right ones? I hope it is a smooth transition and you like all the new people and that Russell does, too!
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Post by Kristen on Nov 7, 2005 14:05:25 GMT -5
When I was a kid I swiped some lifesavers. My mom asked where I got them and I said my grandma and when she asked i said my mom. What I was thinking, I have no clue. I was maybe 4 or 5 I would guess, so who really know what goes on in those little heads. I got brought right back in where I had to tell the manager everything includig the lies and he laughed and said no big deal, keep them, but I had to give them back. Fortunately I was shamed enough that I never did it again, even though the guy didn't seem to care at all!
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Post by Kristen on Nov 2, 2005 16:24:29 GMT -5
I remember that case as being very multi-faceted. It was a tragedy, but one that an immense amount of learning can come from. I sincerely hope it does so no one suffered in vain.
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Post by Kristen on Nov 2, 2005 12:26:54 GMT -5
You will have to tell me how it turns out. Interesting that DS has come up twice - I will bet anything someone has an angel around there! That previous story line sounds interesting, too. At first it sounded so stereotypical, but ended very enlightening.
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Post by Kristen on Nov 2, 2005 16:23:29 GMT -5
The phases come and go. I am more careful to be consistant with him even when he doesn't necessarily need direction. I support good behavior, but am known for time outing booties quickly and swiftly. Sometimes it works, sometimes I wonder why I expend the energy to talk.
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