Spectrum Moms Take on The World! Our Last Day...Multiple Posts!

[Mickey_Mom]

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Kathy


ETA: This blog deals directly with the Spectrum Moms' Trip.

K.

Yay! That mystery is history!

 

[Lady Lallie]

Tracy, lovely post about Ariana. Brought tears to my eyes. I totally get what you were trying to explain.

 

[MRYPPNS]

Gee Tracy- thanks for making me cry. Ariana is a rare gem!

 

[JPFamilyMom]

(Sung to the tune of Frère Jacques)

Ariana is a banana,
Pretty girl, pretty girl,
Na-na-na-na-na-na,
Na-na-na-na-na-na,
Pretty girl, pretty girl

Your song is so cute.

Why her? As simple as that, why her? The classic question that I’d imagine goes through the mind of every parent at some point. For the longest time, I was so angry. It took time, but that anger turned into acceptance and determination.

I felt/feel the same way. I still have days where I feel defeated and of course I blame myself, even though specialist after specialist has told me it's not my fault, I can't help but beat myself up some days.

Ariana is extremely affectionate and loves to snuggle and give hugs and kisses.

Jack is also very affectionate, when his adhd aggression doesn't take over. I can tell Ariana is such a sweetheart.

At home – in her school, while grocery shopping, while at the park, etc, her quirks and her reactions to things that make her happy draw stares of puzzlement. People for the most part aren’t trying to be mean; they just stare and usually don’t know what to do. It makes me defensive and a little sad and sometimes I feel like a broken record explaining her actions.

I know this all too well, we have left play areas because of kids making comments, but I don't think they mean it to be mean (most of the time), but it still hurts. Jack doesn't understand what they say, except he does repeat it, a little girl in our neighborhood called him a loser and he thinks it's good so he goes around the house saying "I'm a loser I'm a loser," but he says it in a happy way.

In Disney, Ariana can be herself. It’s her heaven on earth. Her favorite things and her favorite characters in her favorite place, her favorite World. Not only do I not have to explain anything to anyone, it is welcomed and expected. It brings smiles to people’s faces, not perplexity. Ariana is free to laugh loudly and compulsively dance and give hugs and jump up and down in excitement…. and just be herself. My little banana girl is not an outsider looking in or doing her own thing separate from everyone else. She actively participates and is a part of everything. She fits in. I don’t know that I’m explaining it well enough…. but there you are.

She is perfect just the way she is

That’s my little banana girl.[/COLOR][/SIZE][/FONT]

Awww what a sweet story, you made me all teary eyed. I knew some of it, but not the whole story.Thanks for sharing, hugs. You are a great Mom. Can't wait to meet in person.

 

[DisMomAmy]

Thanks for sharing your story Tracy! Very touching!!

I've been working on mine... hope to get it up sometime this weekend.

 

[jenjolt]

Awww Tracy!! What an amazing story about an amazing girl!!! Your Arianna is fantastic and you are a great mom!!!!

 

[mickeysmyboy]

Tracy! Your post really made me cry! WOW! What a wonderful way to give us Ariana's background!

 

[eandesmom]

Beautiful post Tracy.

 

[Mickey_Mom]

Tracy, lovely post about Ariana. Brought tears to my eyes. I totally get what you were trying to explain.

Thanks LL

Gee Tracy- thanks for making me cry. Ariana is a rare gem!

Sorry Heidi! Her psychologist says pretty much the same thing.... there are standardized skills taught using ABA, and then there are Ariana's ways.

 

[Mickey_Mom]

Awww what a sweet story, you made me all teary eyed. I knew some of it, but not the whole story.Thanks for sharing, hugs. You are a great Mom. Can't wait to meet in person.

Thanks Jessica! I can't wait to meet you too. We're Moms. We'll always wish we can do more. It breaks my heart a little bit to hear name calling, under any circumstance. The kids are blissfully unaware, but yes, it hurts us doesn't it.

Thanks for sharing your story Tracy! Very touching!!

I've been working on mine... hope to get it up sometime this weekend.

Thanks Amy Looking forward to yours!

Awww Tracy!! What an amazing story about an amazing girl!!! Your Arianna is fantastic and you are a great mom!!!!

Thank you Jen!

Tracy! Your post really made me cry! WOW! What a wonderful way to give us Ariana's background!

Aww thanks I have to reign myself in most times.... I can go on and on sometimes.

Beautiful post Tracy.

Thank you!

 

[GraceLuvsWDW]

I am excited to hear all about your adventures. I am mom to a dd7 with Asperger's so I can totally relate to all of you needing some fun "grown up" time! Looking forward to the report!

 

[KathyRN137]

I was shaking my head while reading your entire post.
Ariana is the female version of Billy!

She has a twin "banana brother" here in New Jersey!

(ABA was our lifesaver as well.)


Kathy

 

[Angies1274]

Tracy! Aww....what a wonderful post about Ariana. I'm writing this and wiping the tears from my eyes. As many have already said....you are such a great mom and Ariana is such a beautiful and amazing girl. Thank you for sharing your story.

 

[mrsksomeday]

In Disney, Ariana can be herself. It’s her heaven on earth. Her favorite things and her favorite characters in her favorite place, her favorite World. Not only do I not have to explain anything to anyone, it is welcomed and expected. It brings smiles to people’s faces, not perplexity. Ariana is free to laugh loudly and compulsively dance and give hugs and jump up and down in excitement…. and just be herself. My little banana girl is not an outsider looking in or doing her own thing separate from everyone else. She actively participates and is a part of everything. She fits in. I don’t know that I’m explaining it well enough…. but there you are.

Tracy, you explained it wonderfully . I totally understand what you are saying. Bill feels the same way at WDW, he feels free, happy, and can just be himself and that is a wonderful thing.

 

[Mickey_Mom]

I am excited to hear all about your adventures. I am mom to a dd7 with Asperger's so I can totally relate to all of you needing some fun "grown up" time! Looking forward to the report!

I love your avatar picture! Glad you've joined in.

I was shaking my head while reading your entire post.
Ariana is the female version of Billy!

She has a twin "banana brother" here in New Jersey!

(ABA was our lifesaver as well.)


Kathy

I hope Ariana and Billy get to meet. Such fun they'd have together! Can't wait to talk to you more about ABA.

Tracy! Aww....what a wonderful post about Ariana. I'm writing this and wiping the tears from my eyes. As many have already said....you are such a great mom and Ariana is such a beautiful and amazing girl. Thank you for sharing your story.

Thanks Angie I have a good friend who often reminds me that there is a reason Ariana was our daughter.

Tracy, you explained it wonderfully . I totally understand what you are saying. Bill feels the same way at WDW, he feels free, happy, and can just be himself and that is a wonderful thing.

Thank you Tracy! I think 'free' is the best description of all.

 

[oregonmommyof2]

I am LOVING this PTR!!

What a wonderful idea to take this trip! I am excited for you all and can't wait to hear all about it...

 

[brookelizabeth]

Beautifully said!!! Disney is a magical place, isn't it?

 

[MRYPPNS]

Here's a little game to determine the fate of one of the Spectrum Moms on our trip!​

I'm going to post two numbers below (they are 2 digit numbers), they each represent a Mom. You pick one number and post it. The first post after this will be the winner.

52

31​

 

[oregonmommyof2]

31

 

[MRYPPNS]

And we have a winner! Thank you oregonmommyof2 for playing!!

Number 31 is Spectrum Mom Tracy!!!!

You'll hear about her prize in a PTR update.​

We'll play another game day after I mow the lawn .... LOL