Monthly Archives: October 2008

Bringing it out in me.

Posted on October 22, 2008 by Julia Roberts

Gage had a rough morning. And I got upset. And I yelled. It was ugly and included a few rantings of “You will NOT disrespect me!” Most times I have control over my emotions, but then a simple request (5 … Continue reading →

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No breaking point. I guess.

Posted on October 22, 2008 by Julia Roberts

Gage is having a bad week at school. How do I know this? Because in the last 36 hours… – I spoke with the person in charge of special ed about him yesterday and he’s been having a hard time, … Continue reading →

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Where does he fit in?

Posted on October 20, 2008 by Julia Roberts

Gage is different. I know this. Oh, how I know this. Just Gage being involved in ordinary extra activities is impossible without The Parenting Style Otherwise Known as Gage Management, so I know he is different. On so many levels. … Continue reading →

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Friday Photo Fun

Posted on October 17, 2008 by Julia Roberts

Still looking back at good times to remember there are good times. Circa 2006. Seven months before dialysis. Click to enlarge. Post Footer automatically generated by Add Post Footer Plugin for wordpress. Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on … Continue reading →

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Side Effects

Posted on October 16, 2008 by Julia Roberts

I understand that Gage is “calmer” at school. I think the new med is good for the most part. I haven’t heard long, drawn out reports but for now “calmer” is good enough. Maybe the calmer aspect is enough for … Continue reading →

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In case you are wondering what it is like…

Posted on October 14, 2008 by Julia Roberts

This is a picture of Gage waiting – in a reception area – for an appointment. Telling you which appointment isn’t as important as telling you this is how it always is when we take him out in public. You’ve … Continue reading →

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Friday Photo Fun

Posted on October 13, 2008 by Julia Roberts

Gage is doing better. He’s even climbing trees again after 3 months. While it’s not the greatest picture (using purse camera) it is accurate. A lot of symptoms of clinical depression have not subsided. But not wanting to climb trees? … Continue reading →

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Well, this doesn't suck.

Posted on October 9, 2008 by Julia Roberts

A note from Gage’s piano teacher regarding last week’s lesson… Gage and I had a great lesson on Wed.  He was really funny and mischievous in an age appropriate and charming way.  He actually had a twinkle in his eye … Continue reading →

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Our Life's Hamster Wheel

Posted on October 8, 2008 by Julia Roberts

Yesterday I got a call from The World’s Best Nephrology Nurse, who wanted to let me know Quinn’s lab results from last Friday, give me orders for next time (2 weeks), give me the name of a psychiatrist for Gage … Continue reading →

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Spoken in the Mutant Family Household, Heart-piercing Edition

Posted on October 7, 2008 by Julia Roberts

Gage: “I’m ugly. When I go by a mirror and I see myself, I see UGLY, UGLY, UGLY!” Gage: “I’m stupid. I’m stupider than anyone else.” Gage: “At least you and Mommy and Quinn won’t be there. That is why … Continue reading →

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