Read more about the article I feel like I just binge watched a months worth of meltdowns in one day
Emmett John / Meltdowns

I feel like I just binge watched a months worth of meltdowns in one day

It was a really rough day with Mr. Emmett.  He was at the dentist this morning and did really well but it was a bumpy ride at first.  You can read about that here.  The rest of the day has been a series of one meltdown after another.   I've heard so much screaming today, that even though the house is quiet now, I can still hear it.   Emmett was in rare form today.  I know he was pushed over the edge this morning by the dentist and it just carried over for the rest of the day. Needless to say, the tone of the day was one of extreme unpleasantness.  Bedtime was an absolute nightmare.   I ended up sitting with him until he finally fell asleep.  Too bad…

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August 13, 2016
Read more about the article I’m way too petered out to be doing this today
Gavin / My thoughts

I’m way too petered out to be doing this today

I'm feeling pretty petered out today. The appointment this morning with Emmett and then being up really late with Gavin, has just killed me.   In a little bit, I'm going to have to run to the grocery store because I'm assuming we're all going to want to eat dinner tonight.  If I don't go, I'm not sure that will be possible..  lol Gavin will probably want to go with me and I totally appreciate his wanting to help but I'm not sure I'll be able to deal with his nonstop talking. I'm definitely not up to talking a out his tablet let games right now.   That being said, I want to encourage his desire to help out and learn more about interacting with society because that will only…

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August 12, 2016
Read more about the article The dentist didn’t go so well but Emmett was super brave
Emmett John / My thoughts

The dentist didn’t go so well but Emmett was super brave

We just arrived home from today's dental thing with Emmett.  Big thanks to my Mom for watching the other two boys for us.  That was a huge help, especially with how this appointment ended up going.   Let me start by saying how brave Emmett was because he really was brave.   When we first went back, it was too much for him and he lost it.  We're talking massive, massive meltdown.  He was terrified and there was no consoling him.  All we could do was hold his hands and reassure him that things were going to be okay.  When it came to getting prepped, he had to be held down to be numbed up and once that was done, he handled everything else like a champ.  ☺  The doctor…

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August 12, 2016
Read more about the article Dear God, Please let this go well
Emmett John / My thoughts

Dear God, Please let this go well

We arrived at the dentist and Emmett's tummy is upset.  He says he's not nervous but I think it's probably nerves.   We got hit with a big detour but we ended making it a few minutes early anyway.  I thought for sure we were going to be late but we still made good time.   I'm really hoping that this is a quick procedure because Emmett's not appearing to be in a good place to cope with a great deal of stress.  

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August 12, 2016
Read more about the article Emmett has his final dental procedure today
Dentist / Emmett John

Emmett has his final dental procedure today

Today, Lizze and I will be taking Emmett for his forth and final dental procedure.  After today, he'll be good to go.  I'll be so glad when all this is done and I hope that we can keep from chewing on things that will damage his teeth again.  My Mom will be hanging out with the the other boys while we're gone.   It shouldn't be too too bad because what he has left is far less than he's already had done.   Emmett usually does really well and I'm hoping that tomorrow is no exception. 

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August 12, 2016
Read more about the article Gavin isn’t sleeping tonight because why not
Gavin / Sleep Issues

Gavin isn’t sleeping tonight because why not

Emmett is sleeping, as is Elliott.  One would think this super awesome turn of events would see me finally getting some sleep. You would be wrong and here's why.  On a night when Emmett finally falls asleep before midnight, Gavin decides that he's not going to be able to sleep now. Obviously, Gavin isn't choosing to do this, it just sucks that he is unable to sleep, especially since Emmet and Elliott both, are sleeping.   I've no idea what's going on with Gavin but frankly, this is unusual for him.  The poor kid is really frustrated and there's not a whole lot we can do to help him. I will say that I think it may have something to do with the horrible dream he had on Wednesday night.…

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August 12, 2016
Read more about the article Confessions of an #Autism Dad: I want to share this so you know you’re not alone
Confessions

Confessions of an #Autism Dad: I want to share this so you know you’re not alone

This is one of those posts where I talk about things that are bound to bring out the Monday morning quarterbacks but that's okay.  The reason I share things like this is because I know I'm far from the only one struggling and it's important to me that I remind those in similar circumstance, that they aren't alone. Parenting is tough. That's simply a fact that any parent can attest to. While everything is relative, Autism Parenting is even tougher for a million reasons and that's simply a fact as well. Today's been one of those days where the consequences of decisions we've had to make recently, are realized. We had our Natural Gas shut off today. Dominion East Ohio came out and needed $250 (which frankly isn't that bad)…

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August 12, 2016
Read more about the article All things considered I’m doing alright
My thoughts

All things considered I’m doing alright

I'm dragging today because I've only had about one hour of sleep.   Being totally petered out is something that has become the status quo. It's safe to say that I'm far from the only Autism parent who's petered out because their kids don't sleep at night.   Considering the facts, I feel like I'm doing pretty good today.  For starters, I'm staying awake and I'm in a really good mood. While it's possible the good mood is due to the fact that I'm delirious at this point, a good mood is a good mood... ☺   

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August 11, 2016