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It's all about the Journey

by Just Jamie

Rated: 18+ · Book · Parenting · #1993809

A continuation of my original blog, "Surviving Motherhood".

Welcome to my world of middle school, high school, and motherhood. The life of a mom is never easy, especially as children grow, and especially when you have a special needs child.

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Scarlett

Apr 21, 2019 at 1:52pm
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For sure your blog here is such a special, personal place to record those precious moments. Like you I wish it was a more affordable option.

Hard to believe Ryan is approaching sixteen and learning to drive. Turn around indeed.

I'm sure all mothers find it difficult to see their children as adults and in some ways they will always remain our little ones. You have such a great list of memories to store of his growing years and it's something to be proud of that you'll teach him to drive. That says a lot about your relationship.

Family is ever changing and sometimes hard to accept, but none of us know for sure how the future will pan out, so it's still good advice to take one day at a time and enjoy those special moments, big and small.

I wish I'd recorded more in writing too, but you have so much more than parents who keep few records and never really appreciate the stepping stones their children take.

Kåre Enga in Udon Thani

Mar 23, 2019 at 7:06pm
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Sad... I keep things here because I need the organization. That said, I put a poem on my blog today... first in one month.

As for readership. *sigh* My blog went over 100 thousand when I wasn't looking. But... no sense in trying to link at facebook because no one is interested in what I write and few are interested in me. My photos? Yes, they gets "likes" but not many comments. It's as if people have forgotten how to communicate the last ten years. If it isn't a meme or twitter they can't handle it.

Sad.

Do keep in touch on facebook and link to wherever you go.

Scarlett

Mar 23, 2019 at 1:19pm
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I know how you feel and I have turned off the update reminders, but can't believe the gaps between blog entries these days. How on earth did we mange to blog almost daily?

You know that I was all ready to leave last time my renewal was due, but some very kind anonymous member gifted me a membership. I wish I was in a position to do that for others.

It's an amazing journey you've travelled with those precious children and well worth recording for posterity. Please keep me informed of any new place you may set up. I agree the fees for WDC are far too high for those of us who can't afford the time to be involved with everything. I'll keep everything crossed I win the Lottery this week and can rescue us all, but I won't hold my breath.

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Scarlett

Dec 23, 2018 at 12:59pm
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It's always been obvious what a caring helpful and giving soul you are and I'm glad Journey takes after you and you can see that in her actions. Oh that this season was truly about giving to those who need it most, but hopefully the goodness of people like yourselves will rub off on others.

I want and need nothing apart from peace of mind and much prefer giving than receiving. I have just finished wrapping all the grand monsters gifts and seeing their smiles will be enough for me this season.

Kåre Enga in Udon Thani

Dec 10, 2018 at 1:14am
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I remember music competitions. You have a right to be proud.

Scarlett

Dec 5, 2018 at 9:26am
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Rounds of applause to Ryan for his wonderful achievement and determination.

More rounds of applause to you for your support, enthusiasm and encouragement. You have every right to be proud.

Scarlett

Nov 13, 2018 at 10:19pm
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A lovely tribute to the celebrations and your family. If everyone felt like Ryan and Journey about the season, then I wouldn't dislike it so much.

I've always thought your Thanksgiving sounds like a genuinely pleasant and worthwhile celebration. Now I shall be in the US for one and even though my little family are not here I look forward to enjoying the day with my friends and their family.

Enjoy the concert and your special Thanksgiving.

Kåre Enga in Udon Thani

Oct 12, 2018 at 11:33pm
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So much fun! Life with children is challenging but you'll get thru this stage. ♥

Scarlett

Sep 22, 2018 at 6:10pm
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I know how you feel about the blogging gaps. Time flies by so fast and we all seem bogged down by life with little time to spare.

I'm also with you as regards the site and moving elsewhere. I have managed to save my blogs to my computer and will be an unpaid member at the end of October. Sad, but so be it. That kind of money isn't easy to come by and unless we are using the site every day for other reasons, no way is it worth it. Let us know if you do set up elsewhere with the details. At least we have Facebook to keep in touch.

You know how I feel about the Humbug season and one of the reasons is the stress and expense it forces upon those of us who struggle already. I know your dedication and love for your family means far more than anything money can buy so don't beat yourself up. When I win the Lottery...in my dreams.

Kåre Enga in Udon Thani

Sep 20, 2018 at 4:59pm
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You have kids... that means no time nor money...

I have a simpler life. I'd be exhausted trying to do yours!

November 7, 2017 at 1:25pm

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Interesting and New (11y, 2m, 2w, 1d old)

Today we held an IEP meeting that was needed to help Journey with some adjustments to her middle school education. I really do think these supports will help her a lot. I almost teared up being in that meeting with people who care so much about my girl. Her caseworker is AMAZING, she calls me to share information all the time, and has her in a social skills group during lunch, to get her to start initiating making friends more often. Journey is more of a "come to me" friend, which there's nothing wrong with that, but she needs to know that she can go to them as well, it doesn't always have to be someone coming to her. We were all discussing on how well she's adapted to middle school so far, and I was telling them how blown away I was that she's taken so well. Last year was kind of tough, and I worried about her greatly. This year, she seems to be doing fantastic with her supports in place, and I'm so thrilled to hear it. I was so grateful that I could call an IEP meeting if I felt necessary (which I did), and they would oblige. Our special ed experience thus far has been really great, and we're very lucky to be in a school area that has that kind of system in place. I'm very appreciative.

Our sweet girl has seemed to have turned a corner when 6th grade has come up, and she's taken to it with a shine. She's got an amazing personality, and she just radiates it. She's making so many friends, and the teachers adore her. She's a hard worker, and she cares a lot. She's an amazing girl, she really is. I couldn't be more proud of her! To hear all these amazing things about her, doing her school work, and being social, and being sweet and kind, it makes my heart burst. I love that other people get to see this about her. It makes my day!

Ryan is doing well in his classes so far also, which I'm extremely proud about. There's hardly any time to breathe between one class to the next, and he's taking all his work very seriously. I've witnessed him buckle down and do what needs to be done, and I am so proud of him. He works so hard. So far, the first quarter has been tough, but rewarding. The kids seem to be doing well in their new homes, and I'm so grateful to know that's the case.

We've got 3 band concerts coming up this month. He has SMYOC on Friday, then all county honor band next Friday, then high school band the Monday after. Super busy! I hope he's not "band"ed out by the end of the month.

We were going to try and go to Florida for Thanksgiving to see Don's aunt, but I don't think it's going to come to fruition. The money just isn't there right now, and you can't make that kind of thing just appear out of nowhere. We're going to try and shoot for new year's instead, and see if we can make it then. I was kind of bummed to find out that I wouldn't be cooking for an audience this time. I've never made Thanksgiving for more than the 4 of us (well, Dixon included....and he's something else! He's a turkey thief!), I was kind of excited to see how I would do with more people. Oh well.

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