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prayers
Jul 8, 2013 20:24:55 GMT -5
Post by Emilysmom on Jul 8, 2013 20:24:55 GMT -5
Praying for Kathleen! Please update when you have time.
Susan
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Post by Emilysmom on Jun 25, 2013 21:22:58 GMT -5
The best advice I ever got on this topic: Kids with Down syndrome tend to be visual learners (This is definitely true for Emily). So, a good way to teach them how to manage changing pads and the hygiene that goes along with it is to actually show them how you do it during your own time of the month. It helps them to see that it's something Mom does, and she's "ok with it". Nearly 11 years later, Emily still groans when she realizes that it's her time.......and she immediately asks me if it's "almost over". But, she almost never needs any help with any of the hygiene.
As an addition to what I showed her, she received a little booklet at school that gave step by step instructions on how to change pads, and who to go to at school if help was needed, etc.
Is that the kind of info you needed?
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NDSC
Jun 18, 2013 20:32:56 GMT -5
Post by Emilysmom on Jun 18, 2013 20:32:56 GMT -5
We're not going.....just too far away. Maybe next year!
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Post by Emilysmom on Jun 18, 2013 20:31:52 GMT -5
I can't remember the last book I read!! I was so excited to get a Kindle Fire for Christmas almost 2 years ago and I did so much reading.....then I discovered Pandora and Solitaire on it. That was my downfall! If I have time to spend with the Kindle, I play games on it! I hope someone has a good recommendation for you!
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Post by Emilysmom on Jun 17, 2013 20:41:11 GMT -5
You know I'm always interested! I come here once a day, just like always!
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Post by Emilysmom on Apr 1, 2013 19:48:41 GMT -5
Happy Belated Birthday to Kathleen!! Give her a birthday hug from Emily and me!
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Post by Emilysmom on Apr 1, 2013 19:47:45 GMT -5
Sue, I'm so sorry to hear about Samantha jo's dad. I can't believe she's 12! They grow up so fast! Thanks for the update.
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Post by Emilysmom on Jan 4, 2013 8:37:10 GMT -5
Mary Grace, I'm sorry to hear that Kathleen has gone through so much recently!! But, great to see that she is showing improvement and getting better each day. Thanks for the update!!
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Post by Emilysmom on Jan 1, 2013 13:44:34 GMT -5
Happy New Year to all the Uno Mas family! I love you guys!
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Post by Emilysmom on Dec 10, 2012 7:10:50 GMT -5
Oops!! I almost forgot the "rest" of my update. At school, the counselor asked Emily what she wanted to do in May when she graduates. The lady called me and told me what Emily said........... oh my! She said she had a friend who went to TN Rehab Center about a year ago. This girl went to high school with Emily and bowls with Emily now on Friday nights. Emily told the counselor that she IS going to go to the same school that Lindsey went to, and is going to take the "apartment living" module. In this module, students live (with one room mate) in an apartment and are taught about how to live alone.....with the goal of getting an apartment at the end of the class. The counselor told Emily she would call me and discuss it with me, and Emily told her NOT to call me. She said "This is MY thing. I am going to do it". So, in January, we are going to go to the school and do a tour and see what they have to offer. (There is not the "age out" issue there, so she could go there after she turns 22 in July).
So, now at bowling on Friday nights, she is talking to another girl about going with her to this new school. I'm thrilled that she is becoming more vocal about her goals.....a real "self advocate"!
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Post by Emilysmom on Dec 10, 2012 7:04:24 GMT -5
Just a quick "Emily update". She has been at TN School for the Blind for a year and a half now. It is absolutely amazing how good this school has been for her!! It has increased her independence in so many ways. She is considered to be a "Senior" this year, and the Senior trip for TSB is a ski trip to Aspen CO. So, last Friday morning, Emily flew to CO with 11 other Seniors and will be at a ski resort for a week!! It is by far, the furthest from home she has ever been.....not to mention that by the time she gets home, it will have been the longest she has ever been away from home. (13 days total!!) And, apparently, her dad and I are the only ones having a hard time with it. We have received a couple texts from her and it sounds like she is having a blast! Her only fear was that she would fall down.....and in her last text (responding to my question "have you fallen down"?) she said "Oh no". I'm thrilled for her, but sure do miss her!! I posted about her trip on FB, and one of my friends commented "We give them wings.....and we have to let them fly". So true!
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Post by Emilysmom on Nov 6, 2012 7:45:54 GMT -5
Charlie is getting so tall! He's a handsome boy, Bob.
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Post by Emilysmom on Oct 23, 2012 6:48:08 GMT -5
Her paintings make me happy!!!
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Post by Emilysmom on Oct 19, 2012 21:09:43 GMT -5
Jackie, isn't Citalopram the generic for Celexa? Or am I confused?
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Post by Emilysmom on Oct 19, 2012 21:07:08 GMT -5
Our church is doing a "trunk or treat" night next Sunday night. Everyone decorates the back of their vans, trucks, trunks..........and some people go all out!! Some of the decorations are amazing!! Then, all the kids in the neighborhood and kids from our church go from car to car, trick or treating. Emily loves handing out candy and guessing who each child is. She has several favorites and always has to give them much larger servings of candy! She will also have a Halloween party at school.
Kim, I spent two summers in Japan.........but I don't remember a thing about their customs at Halloween. Looking forward to hearing about your week with the guest teacher. Japan has some wonderful traditions!
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