Hitting the Nail on the Head (or in the Head?)
You know that funny video, “It’s not about the nail…”? Sometimes I have felt like that, when talking to some of my friends about my kids’ issues. People always want to offer advice… Continue reading
Category Archive: Life of an Issues Mom
PDD – Pet Distraction Disorder
One of the things I struggled with was wanting to see my son happy….duh…and as a result, I “spoiled” him….shoot me…. I would have done anything to make him feel better for one… Continue reading
“LA LA LA LA LA LA LA … [Fingers in ears] … I Can’t Heeeear Youuuuu!”
“I can’t go back there. It’s too painful.” That’s what I heard from a number of friends a few months ago – other parents of grown-up “Jimmy’s” (and “Janey’s”) – when I asked… Continue reading
Pay no attention to the man behind the curtain
Years ago when my son was first given his IEP and I was assured that all the extra help was in place for the year, I received a cloak and dagger phone call… Continue reading