tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905157539303304772.post8509993912137822435..comments2023-10-30T04:02:31.929-07:00Comments on Vintage Marketplace: Our Life Has ChangedVintage Market Placehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05506584020887579178noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905157539303304772.post-32715889304482701882013-06-23T23:32:28.369-07:002013-06-23T23:32:28.369-07:00For me it's so reassuring to read your blog. I...For me it's so reassuring to read your blog. In my own I've talked a lot about my daughter and her autism. It took me three years of fighting to get her diagnosed, apparently it's rarer in girls and is often overlooked. She's 11 years old and finally in a mainstream school with teachers who understand and support her and some amazing kids who accept her as she is. So I echo your sentiments keep fighting.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905157539303304772.post-67983161554545376402013-06-21T17:05:24.107-07:002013-06-21T17:05:24.107-07:00Oh mu goodness, Amy. What your family has been thr...Oh mu goodness, Amy. What your family has been through! I'm so glad that you're getting the hard won support you need now. It should not be so difficult.<br />My heart goes out to you and wishing you the best.<br />Hugs, KImNuminosityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13464230956125740370noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905157539303304772.post-65186035026103109492013-06-18T13:20:49.357-07:002013-06-18T13:20:49.357-07:00Amy - you are such a wonderful mom and your son is...Amy - you are such a wonderful mom and your son is so beautiful. I´m so happy you found someone who knew and could help. Your son is going to have a wonderful and blessed life - how can he not, with such wonderful parents. kepp strong and keep fighting - you rock<br />xoxoTina https://www.blogger.com/profile/07825090118432546518noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905157539303304772.post-31435378091935100022013-06-18T08:41:29.107-07:002013-06-18T08:41:29.107-07:00Bravo, sweetie!!!! I cried reading your post becau...Bravo, sweetie!!!! I cried reading your post because you inspired me and you two are a wonderful parents!!! I can't believe that they would write something like that on his papers. It's shocking and totally sad! I'm so happy that you managed to get all the help needed and that he is blossoming:) Btw: your reference to secret society it's very spot on...It's like that everywhere. Stay strong and have a beautiful day. xoxoxDiana Mieczanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15261207538442821812noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905157539303304772.post-50426245789693729032013-06-18T06:09:32.844-07:002013-06-18T06:09:32.844-07:00I know this Post has been years in the makings. I ...I know this Post has been years in the makings. I hope you finally "exhaled" the second you hit "publish." Sharing your story now, and in the future, will surely help MANY parents and children who are and will be faced with the same challenges following the diagnosis of Autism. You and Rudy are wonderfully-loving parents. Brooklyn will thrive because of it! In his eyes...I see happiness and a real "connection" to you. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers as you face this new journey.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16748085148393959903noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905157539303304772.post-67012992263401594822013-06-17T22:15:39.813-07:002013-06-17T22:15:39.813-07:00You go girl!! Don't ever give up fighting for...You go girl!! Don't ever give up fighting for what YOU know is right for your child....that's what makes us good Mamas:-)<br /><br />I think I told you we had to fight for what we believed was right for our children with the school district in which we lived. Why would THEY possibly know what is best for OUR children, anyway?? It was a long, hard battle, but we won in the end and all three of them are thriving!<br /><br />You keep fighting for that little guy because he is special and enjoy your Summer with him:-)<br /><br />xoxo<br />Kathleen Faded Charmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10398319258427669524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905157539303304772.post-81435388975427744202013-06-17T16:20:36.514-07:002013-06-17T16:20:36.514-07:00Sing it, girl, SING. IT. For all those out there w...Sing it, girl, SING. IT. For all those out there who are in the shoes you used to wear. For all those out there who are in the same shoes as you now. TOGETHER, we are powerful in advocating for our children. :))))<br />xoxoxoAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03639585542870213565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905157539303304772.post-26905793494250405762013-06-17T14:59:57.693-07:002013-06-17T14:59:57.693-07:00You know I'm not a mom but I have always felt ...You know I'm not a mom but I have always felt each child born is so special. I am not sure how they can label any child, as each there is no way they are identical. <br /><br />You will inspire other moms, who, like you, do not know where to get help. I am in constant awe of your love to others. <br /><br />When I look at Brooklyn's photos I see a bright star! Just sayin'Rhondahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06991729557183904839noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905157539303304772.post-65999666875434613802013-06-17T14:32:17.568-07:002013-06-17T14:32:17.568-07:00A beautiful heartfelt post Amy written from the he...A beautiful heartfelt post Amy written from the heart ... by one of the most wonderful Mums I know!!! I got a great big lump in my throat reading your words.<br />Keep shouting out loud for your son my friend - it is worth it in the end believe me. Sending great big hugs all the way across the miles to ya. x0x0x0Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08301647145550214950noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905157539303304772.post-11445320956280810352013-06-17T14:11:59.092-07:002013-06-17T14:11:59.092-07:00Oh wow, Amy, you & your family have been throu...Oh wow, Amy, you & your family have been through so much these past few years. What a difficult time for you, both with your illness and trying to find out more about why your son was having struggles. <br />Your dedication, love and commitment to your baby is beautiful to witness. It's a shame you have to face such obstacles with the 'system' and have to dig so much to get help and answers. That is just not right. You are your son's best advocate - you know him best and all that he has to offer. Embrace his gifts and shout them out to the world.<br />I'd love to chat more about this with you via email. Just respond to my comment and I'll share a little bit about our story.<br />Thanks so much for your candid story.Susan EvelynAndRosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05946796851012314106noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905157539303304772.post-30312075722656516782013-06-17T13:10:23.911-07:002013-06-17T13:10:23.911-07:00I'll second what Jill said so well! You should...I'll second what Jill said so well! You should ALWAYS be able to view your own child within their school setting, especially in the case of special needs.<br />Parents have rights. I'm so glad he's out of that school, it sounds like it may have been very anxiety-producing for poor little Brooklyn.<br />Children tend to imitate others a lot at his age and he needs typical healthy role models to emulate which will help him monitor his own behavior.<br /><br />You're such a great Mom and Brooklyn's so lucky to have you to guide him (and your dh of course!)<br />Take care.....I'm so glad you got some better and inspiring news about your son.<br />Many children aren't 'typical' and that can be difficult for them but doesn't make them any less capable or lovable.<br />Gailhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10579757806350547212noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905157539303304772.post-42725543093237168872013-06-17T10:30:34.581-07:002013-06-17T10:30:34.581-07:00You are such a wonderful advocate for your son. W...You are such a wonderful advocate for your son. What concerns me most is how you claim that so many of these places and services are "hidden." This withholding of information to parents within communities and school systems has to stop. It is a form of discrimination because how can we, as parents, make the best decisions for our children without all the information needed in order to make an informed decision? A huge red flag is when a school or school district wants to keep a parent out of the classroom. That's totally unacceptable.<br /><br />Take care, Sweetie. So happy that your son is in a loving environment with neuro-typical children. It sounds like a big part of his regression was due to the anxiety from his former school. I hope he never attends that school again!<br /><br />Very well-written post. <br /><br />(((((hugs))))),<br />Ricki JillRicki Treleavenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00363865916909018452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905157539303304772.post-33987942364497633892013-06-17T09:29:16.664-07:002013-06-17T09:29:16.664-07:00Hi Amy. . .
Writing this post had to make you find...Hi Amy. . .<br />Writing this post had to make you find comfort in being able to not only share something so important, but to free yourself of everything you've held inside for so long. I'm positive that the story you have written & shared will help others. Please take care, and I'm happy that so many mysteries and questions have all been resolved for you!!<br /><br />Take care my friend,<br />SueSuehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08021965849265965062noreply@blogger.com