tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19425334.post3992286230529715830..comments2023-10-25T02:03:17.245-07:00Comments on Teacher, Mom, Mad Woman: Hard news to hearRachellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05906047158557222868noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19425334.post-34097408787555033002008-12-14T16:06:00.000-07:002008-12-14T16:06:00.000-07:00If you haven't already, pray for your son and for ...If you haven't already, pray for your son and for you to know what is best for him. The Lord knows your needs and he will bring you peace and understanding. Remember that every child has something that is harder for them and they just need extra help, love, and guidance. Camden is so lucky to have you as his mother. Things will work out. You will get through.Adam and Jennie MacPherson Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10395527618248656470noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19425334.post-40069207864352607112008-12-11T18:28:00.000-07:002008-12-11T18:28:00.000-07:00oh rachelle! i could have written your post almos...oh rachelle! i could have written your post almost exactly. my ds has had most of those problems. and it has been a hard road. and the biggest thing is doubting myself as a mother. it breaks you down harder than you would think. all you know is that your kid isn't behaving, and it's your job to fix it. what i didn't realize is that some kids need extra help. and that isn't any of my fault. and it's totally okay. i had to tell myself that every day for 2 months. and i still tell myself that. and there are good days and bad days, i just have to go on.<BR/><BR/>use those resources, they are there to help you and to help your son. you will grow with each other and it will work out. my ds is proof of that. <BR/><BR/>when all else fails, you can give me a call and we can cry about it together.Meemerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16240117050908541257noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19425334.post-87291394499138393372008-12-11T14:02:00.000-07:002008-12-11T14:02:00.000-07:00First, you are not the worst parent and have not f...First, you are not the worst parent and have not failed your child - that's Mommy Guilt talking. Being an educator is a blessing and a curse. You're highly educated and experienced and have seen the "worst." Take a step back, though. You have older kids in your classroom. How different would their lives have been if someone had intervened earlier? Your son is so young yet. He has wonderful, very dedicated and knowledgeable parents. He has a extremely bright future. Nothing is set in stone at this point.<BR/><BR/>Having said that, as a mom of two children with special needs (one with severe sensory integration disorder), I empathize greatly with having your world come crashing down on you. Whether it's something that has nagged you all along or something that has hit you out of the blue, it hurts. <BR/><BR/>I also know little I say can take away the ache. Try and stay focused on the positives. Your child is beautiful, bright, and wonderful. Remind yourself at every opportunity that he's not broken and you did not cause this. <BR/><BR/>As a teacher you know that some kids are good at certain subjects, while others struggle. Even kids who seem to be good at everything still have their weaknesses. Maybe they are a genius with textbooks but can't throw a ball straight. It's the same for you son. This is one of his weaknesses. The evaluation isn't a bad thing. Whatever it may reveal, it is meant to guide you on your journey. <BR/><BR/>Best of luck to you!Lynannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02416883491055528952noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19425334.post-82788495020211587092008-12-11T06:03:00.000-07:002008-12-11T06:03:00.000-07:00I know you are a great mom, so please don't blame ...I know you are a great mom, so please don't blame yourself. It does sound like Camden has some issues that need to be addressed to help him behave appropriately in large groups, but that doesn't make him a bad kid and it doesn't make you a bad mom. <BR/>I hope the evaluation is helpful.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12097238581537624315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19425334.post-87288933799014308162008-12-10T18:01:00.000-07:002008-12-10T18:01:00.000-07:00Rachelle, It is hard as a parent to see your child...Rachelle, It is hard as a parent to see your child struggle. We want nothing but the best for them. If we could we would give them only joy and peace. You know their talents and gifts are countless, yet in other situations they have other traits that come out creating challenges and struggles. You have been given Camden for a reason. You will learn so much from him as he will from you. My Keaton is my greatest challenge but also brings me so much joy. When he achieves success it truly is a great day. Celebrate all the positives. Most of all know that the guilt you feel is natural, but don't let it hold you back. You are not alone.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16141731290094514590noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19425334.post-30676583754938825652008-12-10T17:37:00.000-07:002008-12-10T17:37:00.000-07:00Oh Rachelle, that is such a heartbreaking thing to...Oh Rachelle, that is such a heartbreaking thing to have to go through. I hope that thru evaluation whatever is behind this can be found so you can start on the path to getting his large group behavior in line with what you see at home. Sensory issues are so hard to deal with, and you guys have done such a good job with him. Hang in there, you are in my prayers.Jesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11702586549273955326noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19425334.post-75321934875648933172008-12-10T16:08:00.000-07:002008-12-10T16:08:00.000-07:00I'm sure it is such a shock to find out he acts on...I'm sure it is such a shock to find out he acts one way at home and does a total 180 when in a different setting. I hope you have a great person doing the evaluation and you get answers you need to help him.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com