Morning everyone - Having a cup of tea because I ran out of espresso. I haven't had time to buy some.
Still working with my 7th grade austistic boy at the Junior High. He's a doll but I have to prompt him pretty much 24/7. It can get very draining doing that all day. Yesterday his psychologist asked me if I was willing to work one on one with him thru the year. I promptly told her, "I'm a PTA mom." "I just do this on the side." I've never worked more than 3 days much less 2 weeks. I have to be home for my family.
Hannah's been pulling her hair and it's almost back to where it was in March of last year. Yesterday, she saw her therapist and we decided that Han will see her once a week for awhile. We are basically starting the cognitive behavioral therapy all over again. It's such a nightmare. Today she has pictures. She's not up yet, but what will I do with her hair? How will I cover up those damn bald spots? I can't stop crying. Laura you will regret having me as a co-cl. I'm a basket case.
After work I'm taking Hannah over to a homeopathic clinic. Maybe she has some chemical imbalance, vitamin or mineral deficiency. Heck, I'll try anything at this point. She doesn't like to go to this clinic because it's usually a team of Dr.'s that check you out. How would you like a bunch of Dr.'s and students checking your bald spots out?
First, thanks so much for the reading list you emailed me...this is better than joining a bookclub, LOL, for Rachel.
Second, I have come to realize that its these little "boring" minutes that make up most people's lives. Mundane stuff like the commute into work, dealing w/the girls school stuff, sports activities, etc. So while I understand your feelings don't knock it too much. (Like I tell Rach focus on what you have not what you think you want ;-)
And if its any consolation, my life is relatively boring too. Ya know wake up, get ready for work, deal w/my coworkers, which in many ways is like dealing w/a bunch of kids. My cube neighbor & I joke sometimes our office is like daycare as we both have kids & BTDT.
Just finished up my french vanilla coffee here at work. Feeling a bit tired, I actually put my iPod on & tried to nap on the 35 min subway ride in. Traffic much better today than yesterday when I couldn't even freakin' get out of my neighborhood. Also its sunny after the last 2 days of rain & overcast clouds so that is good for my mood, LOL.
Had my performance review at work yesterday & it was good. Good feedback from boss although he did tell me office I a working with has EEO problems. Which I had heard rumors about & now I know for good reason. Esp if my boss is telling me to be careful, sheesh.
Got an email from Rach's bball coach -- looks like practice will be M/W in addition to fall league games on Sat. Also email from her lacrosse coach; Jamie will be doing lacrosse too at the same location so at least won't be running around on Sun afternoons. Best thing is the location, the MS across the street from us! Jamie's soccer game is this Sat; her practice was cancelled Tues so this will be her first time meeting the girls on her team.
Caroline, There, there, s'ok hun. I hope Hannah isn't too self conscious of her spots...I know when Jamie did the hair twisting we'd try to comb her sparse thin hair over the spots. Another option is to have Hannah wear a cap or hat, or a hairband might help cover some of the spots.
I hope the clinic appt isn't too much of a stressor for you & Han. Do you think breathing exercises would help as a relaxation technique for Han? I know I'm trying to get Rach to do deep body breathing since she gets nervous at times in basketball games. I've read mental visualization helps but I haven't had much luck yet there w/Rach ;-)
Not much going on here already had a cup of coffee & debating on another cup. I need to clean up, after the 2 tornados got home from school yesterday they made such a mess & I haven't quite figured out how to make my 5 yr old clean up. She is so stubborn and headstrong she will fight to the death NOT to do something. We created this MONSTER and now we don't know how to change it. I guess I shouldn't say we did it all because I think it is in nature but we have given into it and now it is out of control. Anyway I need to clean up and then when they get home from school it is off to Karate, Mary(2) & I have to kill 2 hrs while thay are there, she won't sit still there and wants to run out there to karate with her daddy. Oh well off I go after a few more posts.
Still sick. Going to get my second cup of coffee. I have a tond of stuff to do at work the next two weeks, Jordyn and I spent lots of time working on her project last night, it is turning out pretty darn good I have to say. She has practice tonight and I am thinking I need to go get some groceries.
That's about it for me, debating whether if I am sick I call in tomorrow and stay home and sleep. I have a tour of a birthing center in the afternoon that I don't want to miss and we have 3 days of hearing next week, so I can't really afford to be gone, but dang if this sinus problem isn't kicking my butt.
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Morning everyone - Having a cup of tea because I ran out of espresso. I haven't had time to buy some.
Still working with my 7th grade austistic boy at the Junior High. He's a doll but I have to prompt him pretty much 24/7. It can get very draining doing that all day. Yesterday his psychologist asked me if I was willing to work one on one with him thru the year. I promptly told her, "I'm a PTA mom." "I just do this on the side." I've never worked more than 3 days much less 2 weeks. I have to be home for my family.
Hannah's been pulling her hair and it's almost back to where it was in March of last year. Yesterday, she saw her therapist and we decided that Han will see her once a week for awhile. We are basically starting the cognitive behavioral therapy all over again. It's such a nightmare. Today she has pictures. She's not up yet, but what will I do with her hair? How will I cover up those damn bald spots? I can't stop crying. Laura you will regret having me as a co-cl. I'm a basket case.
After work I'm taking Hannah over to a homeopathic clinic. Maybe she has some chemical imbalance, vitamin or mineral deficiency. Heck, I'll try anything at this point. She doesn't like to go to this clinic because it's usually a team of Dr.'s that check you out. How would you like a bunch of Dr.'s and students checking your bald spots out?
Sorry to be such a downer. :(
Huggles everyone
Oh Caroline--I'd be so worried myself too.
Hanging out and doing laundry.
Doing these coffee break threads I've realized how boring my life truly is.
First, thanks so much for the reading list you emailed me...this is better than joining a bookclub, LOL, for Rachel.
Second, I have come to realize that its these little "boring" minutes that make up most people's lives. Mundane stuff like the commute into work, dealing w/the girls school stuff, sports activities, etc. So while I understand your feelings don't knock it too much. (Like I tell Rach focus on what you have not what you think you want ;-)
And if its any consolation, my life is relatively boring too. Ya know wake up, get ready for work, deal w/my coworkers, which in many ways is like dealing w/a bunch of kids. My cube neighbor & I joke sometimes our office is like daycare as we both have kids & BTDT.
-- Ang
Just finished up my french vanilla coffee here at work. Feeling a bit tired, I actually put my iPod on & tried to nap on the 35 min subway ride in. Traffic much better today than yesterday when I couldn't even freakin' get out of my neighborhood. Also its sunny after the last 2 days of rain & overcast clouds so that is good for my mood, LOL.
Had my performance review at work yesterday & it was good. Good feedback from boss although he did tell me office I a working with has EEO problems. Which I had heard rumors about & now I know for good reason. Esp if my boss is telling me to be careful, sheesh.
Got an email from Rach's bball coach -- looks like practice will be M/W in addition to fall league games on Sat. Also email from her lacrosse coach; Jamie will be doing lacrosse too at the same location so at least won't be running around on Sun afternoons. Best thing is the location, the MS across the street from us! Jamie's soccer game is this Sat; her practice was cancelled Tues so this will be her first time meeting the girls on her team.
-- Ang
Good morning.
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Caroline,
There, there, s'ok hun. I hope Hannah isn't too self conscious of her spots...I know when Jamie did the hair twisting we'd try to comb her sparse thin hair over the spots. Another option is to have Hannah wear a cap or hat, or a hairband might help cover some of the spots.
I hope the clinic appt isn't too much of a stressor for you & Han. Do you think breathing exercises would help as a relaxation technique for Han? I know I'm trying to get Rach to do deep body breathing since she gets nervous at times in basketball games. I've read mental visualization helps but I haven't had much luck yet there w/Rach ;-)
Hugs,
-- Ang
Not much going on here already had a cup of coffee & debating on another cup. I need to clean up, after the 2 tornados got home from school yesterday they made such a mess & I haven't quite figured out how to make my 5 yr old clean up. She is so stubborn and headstrong she will fight to the death NOT to do something. We created this MONSTER and now we don't know how to change it. I guess I shouldn't say we did it all because I think it is in nature but we have given into it and now it is out of control. Anyway I need to clean up and then when they get home from school it is off to Karate, Mary(2) & I have to kill 2 hrs while thay are there, she won't sit still there and wants to run out there to karate with her daddy. Oh well off I go after a few more posts.
Still sick. Going to get my second cup of coffee. I have a tond of stuff to do at work the next two weeks, Jordyn and I spent lots of time working on her project last night, it is turning out pretty darn good I have to say. She has practice tonight and I am thinking I need to go get some groceries.
That's about it for me, debating whether if I am sick I call in tomorrow and stay home and sleep. I have a tour of a birthing center in the afternoon that I don't want to miss and we have 3 days of hearing next week, so I can't really afford to be gone, but dang if this sinus problem isn't kicking my butt.
Have a good day. Tracy
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