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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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Kåre เลียม Enga

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.

Kåre เลียม Enga

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

Kåre เลียม Enga

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. ♥

Kåre เลียม Enga

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!

Kåre เลียม Enga

Aug 27, 2018 at 12:14am
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I have two friends who had surgery to lose weight. It's a major deal but they both seem better off and healthier. Best all.

The 23rd is my sister's birthday... but I was so worn out I didn't call her until the 25th... my bad.

chicochica

Jul 5, 2018 at 9:14pm
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I think it's so cool that you're open to your kid having pink hair. My mom was really, really against it when I was growing up (I think I wanted blue hair). So I eased her into it: can I get natural highlights? Okay cool. In the space of a year or so I had burgundy hair with purple highlights. Those highlights weren't planned--either that was the result of the stylist's color, or he snuck something fun in for me.

Abbie wanted purple streaks in her hair -- done.

Jason wanted pink hair. The only complaint I had about that was the fact that he has very dark hair and so it would've required me to research or whatever and do more work (bleaching, etc), and I'm lazy.

As for the sizes--I know. Abbie is pretty much done growing and will likely be a shorty like me. Jason is 13 and 5'8" and having a "no shave summer." Joe is starting to grow again, which makes me happy. It's hard enough to be a short girl--being a short guy is no picnic. He'll be in the 7th grade too :)

Kåre เลียม Enga

Apr 1, 2018 at 11:41am
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Does seem like meds are out of whack... I'd say, ask about a water pill, but it sounds like you're on enough as it is. Thursday will come. ♥

nimela44

Nov 5, 2017 at 10:24am
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My Pixie. I love everything about her. I wish I could be as outgoing and not care about what anyone thinks. I’d do so much more in my life. I’m glad that she loves things like that! I’ve never been to a dance in my life! She’s too adorable for words xo xo

Kåre เลียม Enga

Jul 26, 2017 at 11:45pm
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Hugz.

I immediately thought of rehabilitating dogs... they are needy. But once one is attached... how do you give them up. Same with kids.

No real advice ... at lest you are in touch with your needs and can express them. That's a healthy sign.

Shanachie

Jul 3, 2017 at 5:26pm
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One thing to consider is states like Georgia who have the Hope Scholarship that pays for most or all of college. You do have to be an instate resident for a certain amount of time though.

Something to look into when you're considering moving.

March 10, 2017 at 3:05pm

#906451

It's real now. (10y, 6m, 2w, 4d old)

The other night on Facebook, I posted a picture of a pencil that we received at a rising freshman orientation that we visited at a local high school. The caption I wrote for the photo was that we attended the orientation, and that things were going swimmingly, entering the walls of the high school with Ryan. However, once they handed me the pencil with the words "Class of 2021" printed on it, I began to cry.

It made it so much more real. There's an end date to this; it's not just "in the near future". It's no longer an uncertain date. No matter which high school Ryan attends, he will be known as the graduating class of 2021. That will be his class moniker for the entire 4 years they attend there.

In an interesting turn of events, each local high school has something called an "Academy", which focuses on certain aspects of curriculum. Ryan received a special letter in the mail from one of the high schools, courting him and asking him to apply for their National Academy of Finance. It's a very highly touted program, and he's been pre-selected because of the amazing grades he's had in middle school. He was then also asked to apply for the Academy of Visual and Performing Arts, as his clarinetist skills are amazing. Both of these academies are housed in a school that's out of our district; however, they do have a bus hub system that picks up and drops off at the local elementary school that the kids attended (well, technically, Journey is still attending until June of 2017), so he would easily be able to get to that school. He did send in applications to both, and is looking towards getting his audition information for the AVPA soon. We will also be attending a private reception for the NAoF on the 13th, that starts at 5 pm.

I have never seen a high school court a middle schooler, a la colleges courting high schoolers, before in my life. I started to get ideas of what his junior year could start to show, with colleges sending letters, asking him to apply to their school. Truth be told, Ryan is in a far greater position to attend college than Don and I ever were. I am cautiously optimistic for his future. I know that anything can happen, but I'm excited for him to see what unfolds.

Right now, he's mulling over his options. He also put in another application to the SMYOC, which is a youth orchestra in the local area. He tried out for them his 7th grade summer, and was told that without private lessons, they did not foresee him in their ranks. He was greatly disappointed, as was I, and then he turned around and made Tri-County Honor Band as the only 7th grader in his middle school. His perseverance astounds me.

To me, Ryan has always been one of the most amazing kids I have ever known, and I don't just say that because he's my son. Ryan has always been advanced for his age, physically, mentally, emotionally. He surprises me all the time, and I am bursting proud to be his mom. He's one of the most amazing humans I've ever had the pleasure of knowing personally. I love him with my entire heart. Watching him accomplish all he's accomplished so far just fills me with so much pride and appreciation.

It's real now. This is really happening. I hear the next four years are going to be a roller coaster and fly by quickly...I hope we have time to savor a few things and enjoy the ride.

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