Read more about the article I think poor Emmett might have an ear infection 
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I think poor Emmett might have an ear infection 

Without dwelling on the massively challenging evening we had, I suspect I know what was behind Emmett's irritability.  About 2 hours after I tucked him in for the night, he came down the steps and looked like he's was going to burst into tears. He climbed onto the couch with me and I noticed he was pulling at his ear.    I don't think he was fully awake because when I asked him if something was hurting him, he sorta mumbled yes and started fussing a bit before he feel back asleep on chest.  My guess is that he may have an ear infection.  I had been thinking that he was hitting a fever flare because he was having a really, really rough night and that typically means that a…

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September 27, 2015
Read more about the article A morning full of massive meltdowns
Emmett John / Meltdowns / My thoughts

A morning full of massive meltdowns

This morning was a particularly tough one for Mr. Emmett. I'm not sure what was going on but he was absolutely having a rough morning.  He spent a large part of the morning, freaking out because his shoes felt funny.     I bet you we put them on and took them off about 10 times before he was okay with them. It's not his fault and they truly do not feel right to him. He did eventually settle down and we were able to get him to school, while Elliott and Inheaded off to his 9am appointment with Dr. Reynolds.  This was a rough morning but Emmett walked through the doors of his school with a smile and that alone makes it all worth it.  😀

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September 21, 2015
Read more about the article I just want the screaming to stop :(
Anxiety / Emmett John / My Crazy Life

I just want the screaming to stop :(

Nothing is going as planned this morning.. Elliott and Gavin are doing pretty well and they are ready to make the trip to the immunologist in Cleveland. Emmett on the other hand, is another story completely.. Anxiety is definitely getting the better of Emmett today. He's refusing to go to school because he doesn't feel well. He says that he feels like he's going to throw up. Maybe he doesn't feel well. Maybe he's actually getting sick. Then again, maybe he's not.    What I suspect is that his stomach ache is the result of him being anxious about going to school by himself, without his big brother Elliott.  I think he's experiencing anxiety, which we all know can upset ones tummy. Emmett has been hysterical this morning and frankly,…

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September 16, 2015
Read more about the article Off to physical therapy at @AkronChildrens
Akron Children's Hospital / Emmett John / My thoughts / Physical Therapy

Off to physical therapy at @AkronChildrens

Emmett, Elliott and I are going to be on our way to physical therapy at Akron Children's Hospital. Emmett gets 45 minutes of therapy a week and it really is a positive thing.  It sucks that I have to pull him out of school early but the benefits far outweigh the price of admission.  I anticipate a really positive session with his amazing PT. 😀   

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September 15, 2015
Read more about the article Both IEP meetings are done
Elliott / Emmett John / IEP Meeting

Both IEP meetings are done

Just finished up my IEP meeting for the day and I can safely say that my brain is fried. I'll explain what happened later on in the day but for now, everything went well.  There are a few things that need to be noted but I'll explain later.  I'm going walking to clear my cluttered head.    

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September 15, 2015