Bad day better!!!!

[tacomaranch]

Thank you to my friends here on the dis. I wrote to vent about how our vacation got ruined, I am at conflict with our God parents, interviewing for an exclusive job and trying the entire time to raise my 3 yr old autistic son.

Through the past week of bad news upon more bad news I have tried to take a higher ground and to not rip off heads. I have prayed to be compassionate and to understand others....or not. But not to be judgmental.

I was offered the job, but had to turn it down. I had my name tag in hand but knew that my son needs me more than I need the job. Friends, it was so hard to say no. I truly wanted this job. It has been a year since I have worked and I do miss it. Strange.

But, now for good news. One of the college girls who worked with Hunter this summer called back and she wants to go to WDW! I told her that we are living by the kindness of strangers and we will all be together. I have no problems but I didn't know. She says she still wants to go. So it is now Hunter, Katrina and me!!!! I have help. Having a 3 yr old is hard for anyone, throw in the autism and life gets harder. It is just the way it is. Having help at WDW just makes it easier for Hunter to have a wonderful time! I will also be able to take joy in Hunter's happiness rather than just running shotgun on him.

Now for the BEST NEWS! We passed our ROFR! I will be owning at OKW in about 45 days. I am praying for a quick closing so I don't have to take the points that have been kindly offered to me! Even if we do use them we will get to pay them back!!!!!

My friends, I don't want to go all religion on this, but it faith that has gotten me thru this hard time, It is faith that gets me thru the good times. Without Christ in our life, we are nothing.

Blessings to you, April

 

[bobbiwoz]

Wonderful!!!

Bobbi

 

[nmere]

Congratulation, you are inspiration to us all. I can understand what it is like with a child who has a medical condition, My step son has a brain tumor, to date he has been in Surgery 5 times, currently on his 3rd round of Chemo. he is 11.

We too just got the word this morning that we passed ROFR. 300 VWL points!! Can't wait for closing.

God Bless,
Nick

 

[tacomaranch]

Nick,

God bless you also. I have tried so hard thru all the crap to follow the example set by Christ. I have struggled my entire life to be humble and understanding. I will never be good at but I have lessons to learn and I am trying.

My warmest wishes go to you and your son. I know it sucks! It seems that life is just hard and I don't know why.

Blessings, April

 

[jakenjess]

Congratulations to both April and Nick!! I'm so happy for you both. Blessings to you and your families.

 

[Esmerelda]

Miss April...

may god bless you and your family and you have many many wonderful vacations as DVC owners...and my your son truly enjoy himself also!

have a great holiday,
Esmerelda

 

[MagicalFun]

Hi April,

I just read your post and I know how you are feeling. We have an autistic son who is 4 that does not talk. I have also decided that I need to be home with him. I have a degree in Education and I would love to go back to work, but right now he needs me more.
Our son loves Disney World! It makes us so happy to see how much he enjoys it there. There are times that I wish we lived near Disney World. We are also DVC members and our son knows his other home- BCV. His hands start flapping and he screams with joy. You will be happy that you joined! I hope you have a great time with him!
Thank you for writing about keeping the faith. It has been a tough week for us because we just found out our Autistic son needs surgery. I just keep wondering why him, but I don't have any answers. I am trying to keep that faith!
Thank you!
Amy

 

[Lady V]

April, Nick, Amy,

I am so sorry for everything you all have to deal with with your dear children. I sat here and cried reading your posts and I also just don't understand why thing shappen -especially to children. But I want you to all know that I will keep all of your children in my prayers and I know you will have a wonderful Christmas season.

 

[tacomaranch]

Dear Amy,

I sure do understand your frustration. At some point comes the acceptance that what we do is a higher calling. I don't have to like it, but it does keep me committed to Hunter's program. My dear, our hearts go out to you also.

I spent my life savings on the DVC but held back 4K. I think I can live off that until he gets to school. I thought that buying him happiness now while he really loves Disney is better than some unknown when I am dead. I want to be with my son while I can and see him happy. What do they say? Priceless!

Our week is a bit better. One of the aides from summer has agreed to come to Disney with us. I have help!!!! As you know there is no way I could even check into a DVC with Hunter. The minute I would look at the CM he would be gone. Out doors and running! I thank God for the help.

The last thing we need is to get our Studio at SSR for the 11th and the 15th. Right now we have to move and again, it causes us problems because Hunter doesn't transition well. Friends and neighbors please keep us in your prayers that we wait list and get our room!

I have worked with a great couple here who answers my emails daily about calling the waitlist. I also was donated a studio by a wonderful woman in the midland. I turned her offer down as she was not in a position to offer help but felt so inclined to do so. Why is it the people in the least position to help are the ones who offer. DH says because she has walked in our shoes. I could not let her borrow from 2008. I love her and will never forget her offer to save our holiday!!!

Keep the faith, in the bad and thank God for the good. All blessings, April

 

[MagicalFun]

Hi April,

Good luck in getting the other nights. Are you on the waitlist? If you need any help send me a personal message. I can see what I can do to help you out. I know how difficult it is to move and move again during your stay.


Amy

 

[Santa]

Without Christ in our life, we are nothing.

Blessings to you, April

Amen to that and a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year.
Not Happy Holidays.

 

[disney-super-mom]

Boy April, I'm so glad that things are getting a little better for you!

I too have a son (Ryan, he's 7) with Autism, and it can be desperate, sad, challenging, heartbreaking, heartwarming, and joyful - and that's just in one day! Add in the challenges of just everyday life (my DH lost his job recently), and it can almost be too much to bear at times. I'll admit, I've had days where I've asked "Why us, Lord? Why us?"

But then, you wake up the next morning and realize you made it through another day, and then another day, until eventually something great happens that gives you the strength you were desperately seeking and the hope of a bright future after all.

I'm so happy you're getting the help you need, and I KNOW that the DVC will be wonderful for your son! I've found that over the years, Disneyland (in your case WDW) has become even more important in my son's life. The older he gets, the more he's aware that he's different. But at Disneyland, he's just another kid. He's never excluded for being different. He's just like everyone else (for a change), and I think he actually values that. And the fact that he doesn't have to actually talk to the characters, but rather just give high fives and hugs and kisses, is priceless for someone with Autism who can't communicate very well!

Anyway, enough of my rambling. Just know that I'm there with ya girl!

 

[rie'smom]

April and Nick,yoou are in my prayers. April, my DD(12 yo) and I went to WDW over the Thanksgiving holidays. We invited her nanny and her nanny's son who is 4 yo and autistic. It was one of the two best trips that DD and I have ever taken. You will have a marvelous trip. Nanny's son was so verbal and willing to try new foods which are usually 2 big no-nos for him. Nanny says that seeing her son this involved was the best present that she's ever had.

 

[goldilocks_63]

FYI - for Waitlists, you can ask to keep them going beyond the 31 day mark (where points would go into holding) to the 7 day mark.

Also, you can call the resort directly, and see what they can do for you room wise (explain your situation). You want to ask to talk to the room assigner.

Best, Goldi