Friday, 26 February 2010
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Emphasize the Affirmative
Jen had a post recently that really got me thinking. Instead of tackling one of the many issues surrounding an autism diagnosis, she talked about the many positive aspects of her son.You all know that the last year has been a rough one. For such a long time, our ongoing crisis made it hard to focus on Big Brother's many wonderful attributes. But I'm happy to report that now things are different.
We have seen a steady improvement over the last few months. While he still has troubles regulating his emotions, the meltdowns are shorter and do not happen as often. He's doing well in school and genuinely likes his environment. But the biggest blessing of all is that we have finally gotten are wonderful boy back.For over a year, the medications took their toll on him. They dulled and depressed him. Now off almost all of them he's a different kid. A fun, smart and compassionate one at that.I love his sense of humor. He is sly and witty and comes up with the best lines.
This child also is able to show an amazing amount of compassion. When his twin sister is struggling, he's the first on the scene trying to help her out. These days, instead of worrying about his dealings with his younger brother, I often find them both in his room -- with him patiently allowing the little guy to play with his prized Transformers collection.
But I think most of all I love the way his mind works. He never ceases to amaze me with the concepts he grasps and the inventions he creates or plans to create. So for my son, his disability no longer defines him. He is a great kid who just happens to have autism.Thanks Jen for helping me to remember this.
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Comments (3)
My son short stack is always full of joy. Although he doesn't use words like the rest of us - he is a sneak (and a flirt - which I'll have to talk to him when he gets older).
Despite your child medical condition, he does sound wonderful and caring. I know things must be hard for you since your twins children are complicated. Hopefully their condition with improve somewhat as they get older and they will to do things on their own.
Aww thank you for sharing :) That was really uplifting and hopefully it gives others some hope and something to look forward to. :)