January 12, 2005
A bit of denial.
You know, this whole thing can be so mind-boggling. Some moments Simon seems so normal. Happy and jovial and interactive and aware. And other moments he displays visible autistic traits...the sorting & stacking, the splintered language skills (can say the whole alpha and recognize numbers but he does not say any form of "yes"), the running away with no sense that anything else exists in the world, the zoning out. Having both aspects makes it easy to think that maybe he is ok...and that he is just a "different" kid. I am wrestling with that today.
I'm this way about Josho on a daily basis, A. I know exactly how you're feeling today.
Been thinking of you.
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Ali,
I just found your site (about a week ago) when I was looking to buy your book. I've always loved your LO's and felt a connection because I live just outside of Portland and so many of your beach and outdoor-Pacific NW photos remind me of mine. :)
I just want to say that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Teresa
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It is mind boggling...just need to focus on the positive...Simon is a wonderful boy, you are supporting him the best that you can and that you will all get through this together.
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Ali,
I wrestle with the diagnosis also, understanding the delayed language, but uncertain as to many of the expressed symptoms of Autism being applicable to Simon. I am so proud of the way you are approaching it, by reading, asking questions, having him take more tests, trying the diet, finding support groups. All this will help you... and Simon.
Love, Mom
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