tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7536514511090897212.post5241171186655447739..comments2024-03-28T21:42:22.620-08:00Comments on The "Make Do" Homemaker: When Life Gives You Lemons...: Frugal Friday: Money Saving Weekly RecapErika, "The Make Do Homemaker"http://www.blogger.com/profile/09303208981550053539noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7536514511090897212.post-25892727998030083242015-10-18T20:44:51.761-08:002015-10-18T20:44:51.761-08:00I want to get him a shoe tag with his medical info...I want to get him a shoe tag with his medical information built into it. A woman created them and it says, "If I need help" on it. That way it'll give them the information on his allergies as well as stating that he's non-verbal and autistic. Worst nightmare thinking someone would have to use it, but it's best to be prepared.Erika, "The Make Do Homemaker"https://www.blogger.com/profile/09303208981550053539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7536514511090897212.post-20214039428929934892015-10-18T17:00:32.038-08:002015-10-18T17:00:32.038-08:00I would get your son a medic alert bracelet (they ...I would get your son a medic alert bracelet (they even have tattoos now) or necklace if he will wear one.Theresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00948148571415167380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7536514511090897212.post-14923069901387226142015-10-18T16:58:37.771-08:002015-10-18T16:58:37.771-08:00I would get your son a medic alert bracelet (they ...I would get your son a medic alert bracelet (they even have tattoos now) or necklace if he will wear one.Theresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00948148571415167380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7536514511090897212.post-91908822769545562462015-10-18T05:29:21.375-08:002015-10-18T05:29:21.375-08:00Your welcome! Sometimes all we need is to know we&...Your welcome! Sometimes all we need is to know we're not alone.Rhonda A.https://www.blogger.com/profile/00448188064878559345noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7536514511090897212.post-77787103854235035152015-10-17T13:07:51.830-08:002015-10-17T13:07:51.830-08:00I bet you did have your share of difficulties! Th...I bet you did have your share of difficulties! That's a lot of things to juggle with one kiddo. I have a half sister with Oppositional Defiance Disorder and that in itself is awful to have to deal with. My step mom went to bed most nights patting herself on the back that she got through the day without throttling her.<br /><br />I do try to take one day at a time and hope for the future with my son. He's got a lot of good going for him right now, which is better than a lot of people I've talked to throughout the years. I do feel terrible for him, though as dealing with the autism is bad enough but then adding the allergies and the eczema in on top of it and there are some days I just want to cry for the poor guy. He's got a lot to handle in his life. But, it's getting better little bit by little bit. Prayer and faith are helping me a lot right now. God has reasons even if I'm not aware of them, so I have to believe there's a plan there that I'm not privy to right now. And if there is a plan that means there is possibilities too, so hope springs eternal :).<br /><br />Thanks for the pep talk though, I needed it! Erika, "The Make Do Homemaker"https://www.blogger.com/profile/09303208981550053539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7536514511090897212.post-34959277260421659332015-10-17T10:35:22.454-08:002015-10-17T10:35:22.454-08:00That allergic reaction would have scared any paren...That allergic reaction would have scared any parent! It was a blessing that it happened in a controlled environment with health professionals around you to help. At least you know how bad it really is and are more prepared if it ever does happen again. All primary schools in Ontario have a "no nut" policy because nut allergies have become so prevalent. However, I have been told this policy does not extend into high school. At this point the kids are becoming more adult and need to learn to take responsibility for their health. After all, they will need to live with this for the rest of their life.<br /><br />As a mom with an autistic daughter, I can relate to your fears about the future. My daughter is not as severe as your son. She has Asperger's, ADHD and possibly Oppositional Defiance Disorder, all compounded with serious sensory issues. I assure you, we have had our fair share of difficulties. At 5 she was only allowed to go to school until the first recess, because of her behaviours. Most days she didn't even make it that long. We didn't have a diagnosis at that point. I was an emotional wreck to say the least! Oh, and I can certainly relate to the bed wetting issues and laundry pile you refer to as well.<br /><br />What I can tell you is that I have seen a huge change in my daughter as she has matured. She is now 12 years old. Looking back, I never would have guessed what she would have been capable of handling at this age. With a formal diagnosis, lots of one-on-one support and lots of special accommodations (she has her own quiet room/alternate space within the school), she is, for the most part, integrated into a regular classroom. I thought they were insane when they said they were putting her in a regular class. We also got the bed wetting under control with medications and maturity.<br /><br />So don't loose hope. The best thing you can do is work on preparing your son, as he is capable of learning new skills. I can't tell you how terrified I am about how my daughter will handle high school. The idea of my daughter living on her own seems completely impossible as I look to the future right now. But I see a glimmer of hope, considering how far she has come already. All I can do is continue to work on those every day life skills she will need, in hopes that one day she will get there.Rhonda A.https://www.blogger.com/profile/00448188064878559345noreply@blogger.com