It's been a couple weeks since my last blog post, which can be taken as something positive. Normally I post about strange or difficult situations that we've gone through, but the past couple weeks have been pretty normal?
Maybe it's because the dog days of summer have a way of making an aspie child feel more relaxed. Or maybe its just the calm before the storm. In four short weeks, it will be September, which means back to school. I know, that for many parents its the most wonderful time of the year, but for us, it has often been much more stressful.
Jacob is going into grade 4, which is apparently when the real work begins. Jacobs math and social skills are steadily improving, but still seem to be a little behind. And this year the entire school schedule will be completely different than anything even Jacobs grandmother was used to.
There is some positives that are shaping up for us here too. Jacobs mad plan seems to be having a good effect on his behaviour and his token board seems to be helping Jacob gain some control over his outbursts. All we can do is hope that these new found skills will be able to carry into the classroom.
But until the first day of school, we'll just try and enjoy the rest of the summer, all the while helping Jacob to progress further when it comes to his emotions. And since we're experienced parents of a child with an ASD, we as always, are ready for anything.
"And since we're experienced parents of a child with an ASD, we as always, are ready for anything."
ReplyDeleteHA! Good thing I wasn't drinking coffee when I read that! Sarcasm?
I too can sense the sarcasm. But having a child with an ASD really does keep you on your toes.
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