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Face it Tuesday

11/15/2022

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You never know what you never know. I have been saying that since I was a little kid. I often wonder what I am missing. I think back to lessons I’ve learned or classes I took. If you miss a day or you aren’t in the right place at the right time you may not learn something that will help you on your journey through life. That’s why I share our daily challenges and our beautiful victories. It’s sometimes hard to imagine that a banana has caused more meltdowns than stoplights but maybe not as many as when the internet goes out or the door not being at the correct angle when it is closed or even a drawer not pushed in properly or even the lights being on at the wrong time of day. Honestly, I’m not sure which one tops the charts. I do know that our journey with autism isn’t always easy to explain but the love sure is. And I share so hopefully others know they are not alone in this journey. Today was one of those days that we slept pretty well, Owen screamed when he woke but quickly realized he didn’t want to, and then crawled back into bed with me after we did all our good morning moments. He was ready for school but he was not ready to put his shoes and socks on. Once we got through that we were out the door. He kept talking about “tractor Tuesday” but I told him we would have to see what the weather was like when he came home. His teacher sent me a message that said he was distracted by his tooth today and asked me about it. I told her I completely understood. Before he left for school he wanted his “tooth hand” to pull it out so it could go under his Spider-Man pillow and we could take it to the pool in the summer. I stood on the porch waiting for his bus to come, wishing the rain would stop so he wouldn’t get upset about my blue pants getting rain on them. When he got off the bus he first asked about the tractors and then if we could go for a walk. As we were walking up the steps he said, “pull a tooth.” I rushed him inside and I was glad his tooth and the tractors distracted him from the rain on my jeans. After a while, he stopped talking about his tooth but he sat under a blanket as well. He told me that he was going to school first tomorrow and then the dentist so we’ll see how the night goes. He let me feel his tooth and it still seems pretty connected. He was letting me move it. I said I can’t twist it. He said, “twist it twist it.” It was hanging in there. If it doesn’t come out by the time he goes to school I’ll send him but then make an appointment for him and take him tomorrow. He fell asleep but it was not without several conversations about his tooth. I pray it works itself out but I’m glad that he wants to go to the dentist if it doesn’t. I know it will calm him when it is under his pillow and the “fairy brings a lollipop.” The laughter of today brought joy to my soul. He played his guitar for me and he even sang a couple of songs. In life, the challenges are there but focus on the victories no matter if they are big or small remember you’ve won them all. Smiles to all and donut daze!
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    I'm Lynn Browder. Owen's Mommy. The best moments in time are when I get to see the smile on his face and that giggle come from his heart.

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