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23 Sep 2009
Things I’ve learned …
Wiping the blue stuff off an Aleve tablet with a wet paper towel makes it much easier to crush and dissolve. The only ones who think that not having a diagnosis is not a big deal are those who have a diagnosis. Having your daughter wear a t-shirt that says “Better f–ked up then a
22 Sep 2009
“Never go to bed mad. Stay up and fight.” ~Phyllis Diller
I made reference to this incident in a previous post. Let me review … The school calls, her wheelchair is stuck in a fully reclined position. Too dangerous to transport, I walk her home (not far). I call the durable medical equipment (DME) people who we deal with and bought the chair from. Sheila answers,
21 Sep 2009
A special place is reserved for nurses …
Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses are an incredible breed. There is no doubt that there is a special place in heaven for them. To this day, seventeen years later, I still hold them in awe, all they deal with, daily, how they do it, or why. Wonderful, wonderful people. School nurses also have a special place
19 Sep 2009
How much is that kiddie in the window?
I went to the neighborhood grocery for a fish head yesterday (don’t ask) (no, they didn’t have it). Just inside I notice two of the cutest kids playing, they were brother and sister, around four years old I would guess. I could be wrong on the age, because, well, I’ve never had normal kids. My
15 Sep 2009
Divine inspired response?
Since the last post, a beloved family member died unexpectedly and another is expected to shortly. Coincidence? Yep. Another drive for me and my daughter; I don’t think I can get a nanny for an overnight before the funeral … ugggh. Do I take her to a funeral (or two)? To the service and/or burial?
13 Sep 2009
Blasphemy “Я” Us
There’s this religion where this is a very special time of year. It is actually quite reflective and somber. You see, the deal is you are supposed to make amends with those you have wronged. The idea is to ask for forgiveness where it is needed, and to offer it when it is requested. That’s
12 Sep 2009
“When you’re finished changing, you’re finished.” ~Benjamin Franklin
Two issues, neither directly about my daughter. Do you like the new look of the blog? Did you see the tab above that says “Gallery”? Go add your picture!
11 Sep 2009
“At any given moment, public opinion is a chaos of superstition, misinformation, and prejudice.” ~Gore Vidal
Claire has a great post here about bringing her daughter, Sophie, to a birthday party and, well, it does not turn out great. I gave in to “advice” from people who think they know better and from people who think all disabled people find pleasure in being surrounded by a crowd because it’s “normal”. We