Comments on: A Little Self Talk

By: jennifergg

jennifergg — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 18:02:01 +0000

I think you’re doing terrific…and so is Parker.

Just a thought? Homeschool doesn’t have to end when the traditional school year ends. You can use all 12 months, if you like. So you may not be as “behind” as you think you are…there’s always a way!

By: Melody

Melody — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 04:58:40 +0000

Said it before…trust yourself…and Parker.

*hugs*

By: Susan (5 Minutes for Mom)

Susan (5 Minutes for Mom) — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:12:54 +0000

You are such an amazing mom and woman!!!

You are doing such a fabulous job and so is Parker… you two ROCK!!!

By: Leslie

Leslie — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 03:12:16 +0000

I don’t have any words of wisdom, but wanted to give you a hug! You are both doing an amazing job. It can be hard when the path is filled with more complications and hurdles that we didn’t expect. You are doing an amazing job loving this precious little boy. Hang in there and hugs to you!

Leslie

By: rickismom

rickismom — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 22:30:29 +0000

Often I feel that we are “behind”. But in actuality, there are always interferences. It is part of the show. Just keep plodding along, and like the tortice, you will win your race in the end…..

By: Michelle

Michelle — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 22:14:34 +0000

I soooo get this, Tammy. It is so easy to compare where you are with where you want to be and then proceed to beat yourself up over it. I’m a pro!

However, know this: You are exactly the Mom that Parker needs. Even on days like this where you feel sucked dry and worthless. You and Parker are an amazing team. You’ve accomplished incredible things together and you will continue to.

Sometimes life (especially when it has to be played out in the revolving doors of a hospital lobby) just gets in the way of learning the alphabet. But don’t despair — the alphabet will still be there tomorrow. And so will two of the most courageous, unsinkable souls I know.

You and Parker will get those boxes checked off soon enough — and we’ll all be cheering with you when you do!

Hugs,

~Michelle

By: Deborah

Deborah — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 20:00:35 +0000

Oh my gosh, my Ash;ey’s first food was Cheetos also! She is now a very proud graduate of our hospital feeding program.

One thing to keep in mind (and I had to keep telling myself this also), kids often do things in spurts. Come first grade or 4th grade or 8th grade, there could be a major learning spurt. I have to keep the long term picture in my mind, or I will stress over the month here and there that Ashley misses because of illness or surgery.

Parker is a beautiful, unique child and you are a wonderful mother, teacher, nurse, advocate, etc….!

By: Ashley

Ashley — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 17:59:27 +0000

Despite your plans and the setbacks, it sounds like Parker is making progress–and ANY progress is better than none at all!!

By: LynnEnsMom

LynnEnsMom — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 17:07:15 +0000

Tammy, you are a brave warrior fighting for your son, his present, his future. Hang in there. My daughter always slid backwards after surgeries or other medical interventions. Now she is 10 and a half and that has changed it seems.
Every day is a new day. Every day has hope in it. Thanks for sharing your life with us.