Gavin’s showing more and more signs of regression. As someone who sees him all day every day, it’s harder to pick up on things like this because it’s generally a gradual process. When someone sees him for the first time in awhile, it’s much easier for them to pick up on the changes. I’ve been …
Category: Heartbreak
Jun 28 2017
Heartbreak is absolutely crushing me tonight
The boys and I had therapy tonight with Dr. Pattie. While I typically enjoy these family sessions, tonight’s was a little rough for me. Tonight, Gavin unloaded a string of mission debriefings. I know how much he likes telling us all about the missions he goes on with his invisible friends, and I would rather …
Jun 24 2017
He’s getting worse and I can’t hide from that truth anymore
It’s becoming more and more difficult to pretend that Gavin’s not getting worse. I know he’s never going to get better, and that’s something both my wife and me have come to accept over the years. While I’ve accepted that fact, it’s not that cut and dry. Gavin’s in an almost constant state of decompensation. …
Apr 18 2017
Why my heart breaks for my oldest #SpecialNeeds son
With all Gavin has going on in his young life, he’s blissfully ignorant to what it all means. In a way, that’s a blessing. He’s always so positive and looking forward to growing up. He’s seventeen years old and he’s looking forward to growing up. Gavin doesn’t understand that there’s a better than good chance, …
Dec 24 2016
A HEARTBREAKING UPDATE on Gavin 12.24.16
I wanted to take a few minutes and bring you all up to speed on Gavin’s current status. Lizze and I have been seeing some things that while concerning, aren’t really super surprising. Behaviorally, Gavin is continuing to do well. Unfortunately, there’s more to Gavin’s situation than behavioral concerns. I remember a time in the …
Mar 11 2016