Prince Edward Island

My favorite pictures from our trip are of the boys frolicking in the ocean. We take them to this nice little inlet where they can go out really far and not get over their heads (see the red glow under the water, that's the sand bank).

And I can't seem to get any more pics to upload. Oh well, more to follow (including Patrick eating mussels and some big, white windmills).

Bits and Bobs

The fish experiment had...mixed results. Dad and Older Brother ate it up no problem. Mum, through sheer force of will, made it through to the last couple of bites. Patrick, well, he tried his best and ended up eating everything else on his plate followed by a few bites of the fish that, to him anyway, was "disgusting". Ah well, a different recipe next week.

Patrick's having a new respite/special needs worker over today. He's met him in passing at school and seems to think he's ok. I'm hoping this works out so I'll have two people to call upon instead of our (one and only and fantastic) regular person. Sometimes rural living makes things much more difficult...although I wouldn't trade it for anything.

We're planning a week at the cottage in August sometime. Hmmm, I'm thinking much preparation and anticipation of possible issues will have to happen between now and then.

We had a fabulous vacation in Prince Edward Island last month. Still don't have those pictures on my computer or printed. *sigh* Who has the time?

New Campaign

Patrick has never eaten fish that wasn't battered and deep fried. Mum has decided she wants to live to see her boys grow up so...................fish it is. My goal is to serve fish once a week. Any recipes would be welcome.

So, I'll let you know how it goes. (Did I mention I don't like fish?)

Wordless Wednesday....um, Thursday?

Well, we all know I can't be wordless anyway. Camp was thoroughly enjoyed by all. Even by me. The only seeping negative feeling was a realization that he will soon figure out that nobody else brings their mom to camp. Still, a fantastic first!

mum is back

Wow, that was one tough virus.

But, now I'm feeling better and so, on with life. Well, any parent will know that I never really did get a break from everyday life whilst I was sick. I must say, though, that my children were extremely helpful and understanding.

We're gearing up for a couple of camping weekends with Beaver Scouts/Cub Scouts. I'm a bit nervous about how Patrick will handle this new 'thing'. Older brother is old hat so he'll come out just fine. I'll be sure to let you know how it goes. I'll be staying at the camp with Patrick so I'll try and get some pics to show.

School will be winding down soon. We go till almost the end of June but some of us less than stellar parents are taking out kids out early to go on vacation. We (the boys and I) are very excited.

Speaking of school. I've been doing a lot of trusting and they've been coming through. So, now comes the worry about class placement next year. He'll stay in a 'regular' class with EA support. It's been agreed that the amount of support will stay the same. We can't really discuss teachers because our enrollment numbers have decreased and so staffing will be changing between now and September. But, I have explained what kind of classroom environment I'm looking for as well as what peers I'd like to see with him (and conversely which ones I'd prefer he not be with) and I feel like I was heard. So, on with the trusting. I have a feeling we'll get the strict teacher who I absolutely loved when she tought older brother. I'll find out a week early in September so Patrick can come in and see his class and meet his teacher before the first day of school.

I'll do another post on older brother. He's not on the spectrum, we're pretty sure, but it turns out he might not exactly be "neurotypical" either.

Mum's sick

That's really all I came online to say. So much for my new resolve to blog almost every day. I'll get back soon I promise. I feel pretty much as bad as I've ever felt in my life. Ugh.

Patrick alternates between extreme empathy and worry about catching my germs. What a little gem.

Happy Mother's Day

To all the moms and moms to be out there. Happy Mother's Day!

First thing this morning I was inundated with homemade cards, drawings, and one beautiful 'portrait' in paint on canvass. My most favorite gifts. Off to visit grandparents today and to take my mom out for lunch.

Happiest of Days to all of you.