Tomorrow is approaching too fast!

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My DS will be starting highshcool tomorrow. He's got Asperger's Syndrome and, while he's excited, I'm worried and nervous. My heart breaks for him quite often because he struggles with day to day things that I take for granted. The best way to describe it is that he's a foreigner in any environment that is not a regular part of his routine. I cannot even imagine what it must be like to struggle with simple tasks like completing a transaction at McDonald's, yet at almost 15 years old, this is difficult for him. We've been practicing at various stores for a while now so that's getting better but it is just one example of an area of difficulty......

To top it off my baby will be starting kindergarten tomorrow too! Now that is definitely bittersweet. She's a bit shy but I know that after a few days she'll be fine and I won't have the same worries with her as I do with my DS.

Why am I posting about this? I guess the double whammy is bugging me more than I thought it was even though I know all will be fine in the end.... So thanks to you all who have taken the time to listen and to any of you who might have words of advice and/or general wisdom!
 
Wow, Elaine, I really feel for you! My 6 year old is starting grade one in 2 weeks, and I'm already dreading it. To have to let two of them go at the same time, with one being of especially high needs, would be really, really tough. I'm so glad your son is looking forward to starting high school. I'm feeling so many emotions just imagining what you must be going through, and I don't know how to articulate them, so I'll just end with a big ((((((HUGS)))))).

Sandra
 
Elaine - no words of wisdom, only {{{HUGS!!!}}} I'll be thinking of you and your DS tomorrow. My DD13 starts high school as well, so I know how that feels. I'll be sending good vibes to your DS to have a fabulous time. I'll also send good vibes to your DD who's starting Kindergarten. That is one heck of a double whammy!!! More {{{HUGS}}}!!!
 
Elaine, you and your family will be in my prayers. My DS has Prader Willi Syndrome and the school years were very difficult for him, for us, for his teachers, etc,etc. You and he will survive, I hope with flying colors. Best of luck and keep us posted. Hugs to your little one too. Kindergarden! How exciting.
 
Elaine - My DD was diagnosed with a mild case of Asperger's and ADD last summer and last school year especially was a struggle. She had over 40 tardies and we live a block away from school! (She walks.) Her report card ranged from A's and B's to an F in one subject because of missing/late assignments. She's going into 6th grade and teacher expectations are higher so I'm nervous. We're working with her therapist on different treatments - medical and behaviorial - to help her but many times it's soooooo frustrating and heart-wrenching to me as a parent. The worst part is seeing the way other kids and sometimes other parents react to her because they don't understand her problems. It's tough but you've got the keep the faith that if you do your best to help your child that things will work out. That's what I keep telling myself anyway. ;-)

Like you, I have no concerns with my younger child. In contrast, DS had perfect attendance last year, is very social and confident for his age. Both of my kids are intelligent but at times that works against my DD in social situations because she relates better to adults than kids her own age.

School doesn't start for us until Sept. 1 so I have a couple of weeks left to enjoy the summer. :) I wish you well. You can email me if you'd like.

Sue
 
{{Hugs}} to you Elaine! Tomorrow is our day, too! Last year, when I dropped off DD at kindergarten I was surprised (1) that I started to cry and (2) I was the only one! She's moving on to first grade, and tomorrow my other daughter starts kindergarten. I'm wondering if I'll cry again - I think all eyes will be on me!

They grow so fast, but they seem so young. My first grader is very mature, is almost 7, but I'm freaking out a bit on the fact that she'll be in school for 7 hours! I know EVERY kid has to do it, but still ....

I'm glad your son is excited - all the kids will be nervous, and I hope he does well.
 
Good luck. I too have been thinking about our first day fast approaching. My youngest of three starts kindergarten every day all day. What to do... Cathe to the rescue!!! YIPPEEEE!
 
No advice, no wisdom! You already know I am in half of your boat!!:7

DS will be fine...remember his dance??:) Still, I know you cannot help but worry! Stay strong for them but once they are out of site, you know where to find me if you need a little "break down".

My heart will be with all of you this week!!:*
 
((((Elaine)))), my heart goes out to you. What a monumentous day for all. I can only imagine the swirl of emotion coursing through you. My thoughts are with your family and I pray for a smooth path for both of you children as they enter the next phase of their lives:)

Take Care
Laurie:)
 
Elaine, my gosh! I have no pearls of wisdom for you but please know that you and your DS will be in my thoughts and prayers. I can't imagine how stressful this must be for you. I'm so glad you posted. Please let us know how it goes and I hope you feel free to vent here anytime.
 

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