Life with a special needs child

Thinking about my , has caused me to draw a blank about providing money making tips today. I would like to share a delicate part of my life; having a special needs child. I have hesitated sharing my story because I teach others, not to entertain negative thinking. But after speaking with my mentor, I have come to the conclusion that my life with a special needs child is not negative, but reality. There are some good and some not so good days, but I won’t complain. Not only is this my my life, but also the the lives of so many people. You may be able to relate to what I am about to share. Some of this will make you laugh and at other times it will make you cry. Before sharing the trials after giving birth to my son, I would like to share a recent triumph that seem so little, but means so much.

For the past three weeks my son with DS has been sick and very grumpy. A daily characteristic for most DS children, so I have been told. If my son does not get an adequate amount of sleep, he is not the easiest person to get along with. After seven years, I have learned that his rest is vital to my survival. As well as the people around him. If he does not get his rest, he will hit, kick and pout. For the last several weeks, I have allowed him to sleep in and arrive late to school, praying that he will have a good day and be nice to his paraprofessional.

Well this particular morning he slides down the stairs. I greet him with a big smile, a warm greeting and he says “rooooar”. I decided to ignore him and continue to do what I was doing. Shortly afterward, he runs to me with his arms wide open and says “mommy”. Jumps in my lap and kisses me at least twenty times, yes he is a charmer. I pray that his wife will like affection, because he sure knows how to charm a lady. I found myself blushing, due to all of the attention he had just given me. I thank God for giving me such a wonderful gift ! In spite of the challenges that I face, as a mommy with a child that has Down Syndrome. Those are the moments that I look forward to each and every day!.

What about you? Do you have a special needs child, or do you know of someone who does? Can you share a memory that you had with that person? Please leave a comment and let the world know about the joy they bring to our lives.

To Your Success,