Just wanted to say I admire you all

[twins4disney]

I am a parent of healthy 8 year old twins, for that I am so thankful. I occasionally read through this section while on Disboards. I have to tell all of the parents who travel with their sick children, family members, etc, that I admire all of you, and wish I had the patience and compassion that you all show. When I read about families that are set to travel with children who have cancer, are imobile due to spinal cord injuries, have CP, the list goes on, I wonder how you all do it.
I feel so mad at myself when I struggle with what ADR to make, and you are all making plans to give your kids the best trip ever. How insignificant that dining reservation seems now.
I just wanted to say that you are all great moms, dads, grandparents, etc. The next time I am at WDW, I hope I can do something to give a little pixie dust to a wonderful family like yours!

 

[cm8]

I am a parent of healthy 8 year old twins, for that I am so thankful. I occasionally read through this section while on Disboards. I have to tell all of the parents who travel with their sick children, family members, etc, that I admire all of you, and wish I had the patience and compassion that you all show. When I read about families that are set to travel with children who have cancer, are imobile due to spinal cord injuries, have CP, the list goes on, I wonder how you all do it.
I feel so mad at myself when I struggle with what ADR to make, and you are all making plans to give your kids the best trip ever. How insignificant that dining reservation seems now.
I just wanted to say that you are all great moms, dads, grandparents, etc. The next time I am at WDW, I hope I can do something to give a little pixie dust to a wonderful family like yours!

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[kirstenb1]

Thank you!! I first started reading the DIS ability boards, because I subbed so much in Special Ed. I wanted to get an insider view of how to understand the kiddos I was working with. Then our younger dd was born. It was like I had spent this time very purposely, helping me understand how to parent a special needs kid. I'm glad you're here with us, welcome!

 

[jmartinez1895]

Thanks for the support. I would imagine that being a mom to twins is not all that easy so you deserve a pat on the back as well. As for spreading some pixie dust while at the parks, you might be surprised how much a smile and a nice hello would mean.

 

[SueM in MN]

 

[darthtatty]

thanks twins4Disney.xxx

 

[JohnnySharp2]

Thanks.

It is very nice of someone to say this, and greatly appreciated.

 

[My3kiddos]

That made me cry My son has SPD and severe anxiety and there are so many people who just don't understand. Thanks!

 

[twins4disney]

As I read all of the families questions and stories of their travels to our favorite place, I constantly tell my husband how lucky we are. He often replies that he does not know if he could do the trip with so many challenges, I remind him that all of these parents do it for their children and their love of the Mouse!!!!

 

[mcissel03]

Thank you so much

It meant alot to read this...We arrive on May 24th and my 10 year old has CP and other issues, his health is declining. Two of our other children have ADHD and the twins have pretty bad asthma. I was scared to go, but once I was pointed to these boards just recently, I am more confident.

Thank you so much!!

 

[maroo]

You just made me cry.

You are welcome anytime on the wish trippers thread! (the blue link below) We have lots of families planning wish trips and they love to have folks follow their trip reports and post/keep up with their lives.

Thanks for posting that!

 

[twins4disney]

MCISSEL03, your post about your upcoming trip, inspired me to write about all of you courageous parents!!! My husband could not believe you were tackling such a feat. My wish for you and your family is a wonderful trip!

 

[mcissel03]

MCISSEL03, your post about your upcoming trip, inspired me to write about all of you courageous parents!!! My husband could not believe you were tackling such a feat. My wish for you and your family is a wonderful trip!

Thank you so much! That means a lot. Disney has been there to help make sure we have the accomodations we need. I plan on using a lot of the tips I read here.

I will post an update when we get home...You brought a few tears to my eyes tonight. Hugs!

 

[JohnnySharp2]

I agree with what everyone has said, sometimes it is difficult for people to understand.
Looking after someone with disABILITIES is very stressful & demanding.

It's refreshing to see someone comment in this way.

 

[Deesknee]

I am a parent of healthy 8 year old twins, for that I am so thankful. I occasionally read through this section while on Disboards. I have to tell all of the parents who travel with their sick children, family members, etc, that I admire all of you, and wish I had the patience and compassion that you all show. When I read about families that are set to travel with children who have cancer, are imobile due to spinal cord injuries, have CP, the list goes on, I wonder how you all do it.
I feel so mad at myself when I struggle with what ADR to make, and you are all making plans to give your kids the best trip ever. How insignificant that dining reservation seems now.
I just wanted to say that you are all great moms, dads, grandparents, etc. The next time I am at WDW, I hope I can do something to give a little pixie dust to a wonderful family like yours!

I just have to 2nd this. Traveling with young kids is challenging enough. Bless all you who have extra challenges with those you love. I'd like to add; regretfully, I used to be a person who didn't understand how a parent could be so calm with (what I thought) was an out of control, undisciplined child. I hate that I used to think like that. But, I didn't know, what I didn't know. Ignorance is not bliss. I have been there, and I don't want to go back. Reading this board has taught me so much. Compassion is taught in so many forms. Thank you for teaching me through the words you write on these pages. I too hope I could spread pixie dust.

 

[JohnnySharp2]

I just have to 2nd this. Traveling with young kids is challenging enough. Bless all you who have extra challenges with those you love. I'd like to add; regretfully, I used to be a person who didn't understand how a parent could be so calm with (what I thought) was an out of control, undisciplined child. I hate that I used to think like that. But, I didn't know, what I didn't know. Ignorance is not bliss. I have been there, and I don't want to go back. Reading this board has taught me so much. Compassion is taught in so many forms. Thank you for teaching me through the words you write on these pages. I too hope I could spread pixie dust.

Well said.

 

[7165red]

twins4disney, very well said and I am in total agreement with you. I take my hat off to all parents and care givers out there. I had a problem with my foot so I came here for help re: renting a scooter. After reading so many post I was really impressed with all the good people out there.

 

[sunshine74]

Unless you have a child with special needs, I'm sure it's not obvious just what it means to have acceptance at the "happiest place on earth". But to have other guests who have kids without special needs understand it too, well, that's just icing on the cake! Maybe that's what makes it so wonderful...

There are a lot of staggering statistics about families that are torn apart due to the birth of a special needs child.... And time after time when my DH and I are talking about what keeps our family together and stable, even with a special needs child - we fully believe that it's that once a year or so, we are able to break away from the everyday and take our family on a real vacation. More often than not, it's to Disney World. It is there that we remember that although my DD is non-verbal that she still is able to express her excitement to meet the Princesses... that she still is immediately freaked out but then signing "more" after riding Space Mountain... that she really is a "normal" kid underneath of all of her challenges.

It is amazingly refreshing that other people recognize that all kids have differences and challenges. And at Disney those differences don't define them.... Thank you.

 

[CityGranola]

My DS5 has serious SPD and we're planning our first trip this August. This board is the whole reason I'm sure we'll be ok. And, if we're not, that's ok too - we'll make the best of it.

If you see us in the middle of a melt down, please just smile and don't think I'm a terrible mother or he's a terrible child. He's an amazing kid and I can't wait to take him to the most magical place on earth.

To the OP - I've always wondered how twin moms do it... kind of like having a SN kid - you just roll with the punches, right? I really appreciate your post and kind words.

 

[mdvlprof]

I agree with what everyone has said, sometimes it is difficult for people to understand.
Looking after someone with disABILITIES is very stressful & demanding.

It's refreshing to see someone comment in this way.

But we do it, anyway. Becomes 'the new normal'. I can no longer think of any other way to do things.