Tuesday, March 31, 2009
A day off...
So does anyone else let their child stay home from school without a 100% legitimate reason? Nobody?.......come on I can't be the only one! Wait.......is that a hand in the back row? Yes! I knew it! Of course we all have those days and as a kid isn't it just the best when your parents let you have a day off school?
Yesterday when I picked L up from school he was a snotty nosed puffy eyed little boy. He was tired and a bit grumpy. His teacher mentioned that she was going to be taking the day off today, but that the kids would be going on a school trip to a local playground.
When L woke up this morning, he was a little puffy eyed and a bit congested, but I don't think he was in any danger of being germy, but I let him stay home anyway. I was tired, had a massive headache and couldn't be bothered rushing to get him to school.
But the real reason lies in the fact his teacher wasn't going to be there today. I have to admit that I'm not sure about the classroom aide. She is way too heavy handed when dealing with the children and although there is a strict "No Hands on" policy with L, I didn't want to risk her being under pressure with a field trip and maybe grabbing L and distressing him.
L really missed school today. Surprisingly so. He ad libbed and quoted ALL day. I heard script after script of conversations obviously going on at the school. It made me laugh. He is so innocent, these were excited conversations that I would expect a 2-3 year old to be having. Instead they are coming from my 5 almost 6 year old. There was a day when I didn't think he would ever talk, so this is so special. Language is something we take for granted because it's should be such a natural thing, but for kids with ASD it is such a struggle sometimes.
So anyway, playing hookey from school (and work for me!) really turned into a lovely day because I was reminded just how sweet it is to hear that little voice squealing with pleasure over absolutely everything. Precious.
Yesterday when I picked L up from school he was a snotty nosed puffy eyed little boy. He was tired and a bit grumpy. His teacher mentioned that she was going to be taking the day off today, but that the kids would be going on a school trip to a local playground.
When L woke up this morning, he was a little puffy eyed and a bit congested, but I don't think he was in any danger of being germy, but I let him stay home anyway. I was tired, had a massive headache and couldn't be bothered rushing to get him to school.
But the real reason lies in the fact his teacher wasn't going to be there today. I have to admit that I'm not sure about the classroom aide. She is way too heavy handed when dealing with the children and although there is a strict "No Hands on" policy with L, I didn't want to risk her being under pressure with a field trip and maybe grabbing L and distressing him.
L really missed school today. Surprisingly so. He ad libbed and quoted ALL day. I heard script after script of conversations obviously going on at the school. It made me laugh. He is so innocent, these were excited conversations that I would expect a 2-3 year old to be having. Instead they are coming from my 5 almost 6 year old. There was a day when I didn't think he would ever talk, so this is so special. Language is something we take for granted because it's should be such a natural thing, but for kids with ASD it is such a struggle sometimes.
So anyway, playing hookey from school (and work for me!) really turned into a lovely day because I was reminded just how sweet it is to hear that little voice squealing with pleasure over absolutely everything. Precious.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Decision time!
As a follow up to my "Time" post, I have again found myself running out of it and having to make a decision.
You see for the last 6 years I have been a University Student. Not a good one either, or I would have finished my degree. Circumstances of the past few years has meant that I am constantly deferring my studies, withdrawing from units and as such after my 6 years - I'm still a 2nd year student.
I did enrol this year and tomorrow is crunch time for withdrawing from units without recording it as a fail. I opted out of 1 subject today (Criminology) and toyed with the idea of trying to actually get through my other subject (Ethical Communication & Citizenship).
The real truth is that I don't want to study - at least not these subjects. Trying to study as mature aged student is difficult but when you throw in a child with a disability, a household to run and an unsupportive DH, parents to care for and a job and you are fighting an uphill battle.
So I'm about to take a look over my study guide and decide whether or not I could actually make an attempt to do this subject. I'm tipping no. I took a look at my schedule today - and quite frankly, I don't have time to factor in a breakdown.
You see for the last 6 years I have been a University Student. Not a good one either, or I would have finished my degree. Circumstances of the past few years has meant that I am constantly deferring my studies, withdrawing from units and as such after my 6 years - I'm still a 2nd year student.
I did enrol this year and tomorrow is crunch time for withdrawing from units without recording it as a fail. I opted out of 1 subject today (Criminology) and toyed with the idea of trying to actually get through my other subject (Ethical Communication & Citizenship).
The real truth is that I don't want to study - at least not these subjects. Trying to study as mature aged student is difficult but when you throw in a child with a disability, a household to run and an unsupportive DH, parents to care for and a job and you are fighting an uphill battle.
So I'm about to take a look over my study guide and decide whether or not I could actually make an attempt to do this subject. I'm tipping no. I took a look at my schedule today - and quite frankly, I don't have time to factor in a breakdown.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Time......
There's just not enough of it! Stuff fills it up, and before you know it - it's almost April.
So here's an update on what's been happening these past few months:-
Me: - Coelic diagnosis. Thrilled to death about that one. Allergic to what? Pies, cakes, garlic bread, biscuits, chocolate? You've got to be kidding me! I'm only just starting to look into Coelic forums and see the real deal. Did you know that you can buy Gluten Free make-up? As if dealing with my diet isn't going to be bad enough, now you're screwing with my make-up? If I can't get a mocha coloured lipstick that's GF - well, I won't be responsible for my actions!
L:- He's a little school boy! And not only that, he is a little school boy that loves going to school! How cool is that? After some hesitation (on my part, not his) this school has been the best thing that's happened to us in a long time.
N:- My big boy :o) Starts a new job tomorrow! Working in IT.
A:- My princess - Starts her hairdressing apprenticeship on 6th April. Loving the fact I'll have my very own hairdresser in the family.
DH: Well, not much I can say there. It's a relationship that is going nowhere....and I am accepting of that - for now.
So here's an update on what's been happening these past few months:-
Me: - Coelic diagnosis. Thrilled to death about that one. Allergic to what? Pies, cakes, garlic bread, biscuits, chocolate? You've got to be kidding me! I'm only just starting to look into Coelic forums and see the real deal. Did you know that you can buy Gluten Free make-up? As if dealing with my diet isn't going to be bad enough, now you're screwing with my make-up? If I can't get a mocha coloured lipstick that's GF - well, I won't be responsible for my actions!
L:- He's a little school boy! And not only that, he is a little school boy that loves going to school! How cool is that? After some hesitation (on my part, not his) this school has been the best thing that's happened to us in a long time.
N:- My big boy :o) Starts a new job tomorrow! Working in IT.
A:- My princess - Starts her hairdressing apprenticeship on 6th April. Loving the fact I'll have my very own hairdresser in the family.
DH: Well, not much I can say there. It's a relationship that is going nowhere....and I am accepting of that - for now.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)