As I sit here on the eve of her IEP meeting, combing through notes, preparing to fight, I’m reminded about what the fight is about. Maggie is smart. She understands everything. But the school system tests using motor skills and Continue Reading
Dealing with illness with grace
I’ve blogged about Maggie being sick. A lot. It’s the worst. Having a sick kid is always hard, but having a sick kid who can’t tell you what’s bothering them and can’t control their body to blow their nose, spit Continue Reading
How does a regression happen?
After witnessing Maggie’s struggles with communication, I’ve become more aware how complex communication really is. People who knew her when she had access to a few words are still, as are we, confused about how it can be there and Continue Reading
Holding our breath
I don’t love sharing stories about going to the doctor. I follow enough blogs and other families of special needs kids that I get my fair share of unfortunate hospital visits. And we’ve been pretty fortunate to have avoided them. Continue Reading