(no subject)
Know what sucks? Trying to help one's son before bed with one of his toys... and stabbing oneself in the palm with the opposite hand's thumbnail. Got myself nice and deep too, and the nail wasn't even all that long.
Hope I don't go doing something as "owwwwwwww! Dang... Hey, lookie here, that's a rather deep one..." worthy today.
I have lost track now how many days I have been doing daily devotion and meditation with others. I am finding it easier to accept some things now though, though would have had me in a tizzy before. I hope this is progress.
Getting healthier too, steadily. I still have a runny nose, but it's a manageable one. I'm getting my voice back, I can say more than a few words without breaking into a horrendous coughing fit that leaves me balled up and shuddering on the floor. As long as I don't push it too far, my voice doesn't scratch out on me either. I still can't sing (which blows badly) but being able to talk decently is a step in the right direction.
Merlin's homeopathic remedy that his doctor ordered has arrived. I will give him the dose Saturday, then I am to watch for any changes in his behavior. I plan to take notes on any changes so that I don't forget when in the office for his follow up. Hopefully, this will help him mellow out and focus more. The kid has a temper (which I must understate, as it is one not easily described this early). This same remedy for this particular condition should also help with other related problems that Merlin has, and I have been cautioned that it is not a cure. I don't expect a cure, but if it can help Merlin smooth some edges so that he can do better with school and life (and continue avoiding medications that some other violent autistic kids get prescribed) then that is good.
Daughter has expressed some concern regarding one gentleman that said he loved me earlier in the month. Considering it's a person that hardly sees me, I'm pretty concerned too, and would be even if I was available (which I'm so very NOT AVAILABLE). This particular thing has been niggling at me for a while now though. Just because my mate doesn't live with me, does not given anyone the chance to say "I want to take care of you" or "I think I'm falling in love with you" or anything like that. Especially when I'm pretty much a hermit and people usually only encounter me when I'm out doing errands, or they come to my door to ask for a ride somewhere and offer me gas money. I don't walk around broadcasting "I'm not taken." Rather the opposite really.
Daughter did say, and I quote, "I hope Vad is able to get here soon." I hope so too. Probably still wouldn't stop anyone trying to get my attention or saying such confusing (and spooky) things to me... but physical presence would be very nice. The physical company would be great too, can't say that being able to go out for dinner or a movie (with or without kids) would not be awesome.
Hope I don't go doing something as "owwwwwwww! Dang... Hey, lookie here, that's a rather deep one..." worthy today.
I have lost track now how many days I have been doing daily devotion and meditation with others. I am finding it easier to accept some things now though, though would have had me in a tizzy before. I hope this is progress.
Getting healthier too, steadily. I still have a runny nose, but it's a manageable one. I'm getting my voice back, I can say more than a few words without breaking into a horrendous coughing fit that leaves me balled up and shuddering on the floor. As long as I don't push it too far, my voice doesn't scratch out on me either. I still can't sing (which blows badly) but being able to talk decently is a step in the right direction.
Merlin's homeopathic remedy that his doctor ordered has arrived. I will give him the dose Saturday, then I am to watch for any changes in his behavior. I plan to take notes on any changes so that I don't forget when in the office for his follow up. Hopefully, this will help him mellow out and focus more. The kid has a temper (which I must understate, as it is one not easily described this early). This same remedy for this particular condition should also help with other related problems that Merlin has, and I have been cautioned that it is not a cure. I don't expect a cure, but if it can help Merlin smooth some edges so that he can do better with school and life (and continue avoiding medications that some other violent autistic kids get prescribed) then that is good.
Daughter has expressed some concern regarding one gentleman that said he loved me earlier in the month. Considering it's a person that hardly sees me, I'm pretty concerned too, and would be even if I was available (which I'm so very NOT AVAILABLE). This particular thing has been niggling at me for a while now though. Just because my mate doesn't live with me, does not given anyone the chance to say "I want to take care of you" or "I think I'm falling in love with you" or anything like that. Especially when I'm pretty much a hermit and people usually only encounter me when I'm out doing errands, or they come to my door to ask for a ride somewhere and offer me gas money. I don't walk around broadcasting "I'm not taken." Rather the opposite really.
Daughter did say, and I quote, "I hope Vad is able to get here soon." I hope so too. Probably still wouldn't stop anyone trying to get my attention or saying such confusing (and spooky) things to me... but physical presence would be very nice. The physical company would be great too, can't say that being able to go out for dinner or a movie (with or without kids) would not be awesome.