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Comment on And Finally Acceptance by Lynn

Lynn — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 04:55:30 +0000

Amazing! This last year I’ve watched one nephew and one niece get diagnosed with spectrum issues.

Did you ever read the study that autism has a higher occurance where engineers live? Nathan read it…. something about how in Seattle and Silicon Valley there’s a higher occurance.

Can’t remember if it’s related to the fact they are finding it’s genetic or that people are more well off and well educated to recognize there are issues at hand.

For what it’s worth, I think you and Peter are quite easy to be around :-) So Elliot, with all the help, will be even better than you two.

Comment on And Finally Acceptance by Kelly O

Kelly O — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 13:33:38 +0000

I totally just teared up. Rock on, Cat.
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Comment on Acquiescence by Catherine

Catherine — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 23:32:43 +0000

Thanks Abbey, that’s very sweet! I can’t imagine being in denial about your kid needing extra services. Those same parents wouldn’t think anything of requesting, nay demanding, extra services if their kid were off the charts bright and not challenged by the school work. Special Ed gets such a bad rap. :( I think for us most of our special ed is going to be OT and social stories.

Comment on Acquiescence by Abbey

Abbey — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 21:46:24 +0000

Follow your gut and keep asking lots of questions & looking for answers!

I’m in a school where we see a lot of different levels of autism. (Private, highly academic school) The students are kept mainstream, but a lot of the parents are in complete denial and this completely screws with the child and their ability to learn and grow. It breaks my heart. I just wanted to say how impressed I am that you guys are not only accepting it, but also finding ways to make it better. It’s the best thing you can do and Elliot will be an amazing child, and adult, for it.

You are strong and you are brave! You can do this!!! And you are doing it well!! I know it seems like a lot, but in the end it is all worth it.

Thinking of you!!

Comment on Acquiescence by Kelly O

Kelly O — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 12:43:24 +0000

Ultimately, it’s probably a good thing that you don’t trust her at face value. You’re smart and strong and have great instincts. xoxo
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Comment on Acquiescence by pamela

pamela — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 22:08:55 +0000

Sometimes we do a better job parenting and advocating when our mama fur is ruffled. Hang in.
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Comment on Down the Rabbit Hole by Beth Partin

Beth Partin — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 18:40:40 +0000

So sorry you have to deal with all the red tape idiocy. I hope the phone calls went well.
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Comment on Down the Rabbit Hole by Catherine

Catherine — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 19:04:15 +0000

thanks for the information, I will be sure to look into it!

Comment on Down the Rabbit Hole by Lanna

Lanna — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 18:38:27 +0000

My neighbor had to fight the system so hard to get her now-16-year-old the services that he needed as a child that she started her own company to help others through the red tape. She incorporated her business in 2005 (info at Access and Inclusion); it would be awesome if there were folks in Colorado who could lead the way for you!
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Comment on Down the Rabbit Hole by Lanna

Lanna — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 18:31:46 +0000

See if you can find a local support group. Other parents who have already gone through the system would be great resources for you.
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