Guest guest Posted September 26, 2005 Report Share Posted September 26, 2005 In a message dated 9/26/2005 12:54:04 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, home@... writes: I just wish that woman had had this group in her life. Yes, I agree Therese, and Margaret. Duff and I were talking about it on Saturday, and he said that even though we have tremendous support (more than most we know), it's overwhelming taking care of Maddie. While I can't ever imagine hurting Maddie in any way, I feel for this poor woman. And while I do think she just snapped, we can't let it go without some punishment. It's just not right to ignore it. It's all very tragic, and yes, if she had appropriate support in place, time for respite, a hope for the future, I'm sure it all would have turned out very different. Makes me want to cry. Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 26, 2005 Report Share Posted September 26, 2005 In a message dated 9/26/2005 11:35:13 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, peggyloumorgan@... writes: I went to that link and read a related story which said that services after a child is out of school is pretty much non-existent. That still doesn't condone it but it adds light to the matter. Yea, this topic is being discussed at length on the DS listserv as well (with varying opinions). Many are saying how disgraceful it is; as if it is being condoned because the young man had DS and autism. Funny how this list seems to be more compassionate. A woman who lives in England posted, saying the same thing...that there are no services for adults over there. Although it does say in the article that he had just come home from his day activity. Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 26, 2005 Report Share Posted September 26, 2005 At 07:41 AM 9/26/2005, you wrote: >It's all very tragic, and yes, if she had appropriate support in place, time >for respite, a hope for the future, I'm sure it all would have turned out >very different. Makes me want to cry. I went to that link and read a related story which said that services after a child is out of school is pretty much non-existent. That still doesn't condone it but it adds light to the matter. Peggy Lou Lighthouse Parents www.parentingyourcomplexchild.com www.lighthouseparents.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 26, 2005 Report Share Posted September 26, 2005 Donna, I've been reading about this story another list as well....you are so right about this list being so much more compassinate. I do not condone killing her son either, but I can empathize. Amazing the difference in support groups. Annie......mom to Raven (7--DS, PDD), Abbi (5), (3), & (3 months) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 26, 2005 Report Share Posted September 26, 2005 Thanks Therese for sharing your input and what comfort. I hope someone interviews this lady and when she is ready to confess what or why she did it and shares this story when it happens. I hope this message which is a shame when something criminal happens that this awakens many who do not believe when autism could co-exist with Down syndrome. " Our children DO come with instructions, we just have to learn how to read them properly. " Batts, B.S. Irma,17,DS/ASD > Hi, > > Oh Irma, I hope you are okay from that fall. I have been there and done that > and I too reached a mini breaking point. What we do every day is as tough > as it gets. Often, when I break, my husband gets the brunt of it. He loves > with all his heart but when it comes to her care, her education, her > advocacy, it's all in my court. I think it usually falls upon Moms and > while I can never excuse that lady for killing her son, I can understand how > she could reach that point, especially if she never asked for help. Let's > face it, we all need help, especially emotional help. > > I am often amazed at how much I hope I receive from this group. Before I > found it, I was often really down and felt like no one could relate to how I > felt. This last week when I was got back from my meeting with the school > folks, I just lost it. The next morning when all your posts flowed in, I > was inspired to just put on my big girl panties and deal with it! > > I just wish that woman had had this group in her life. > > Therese Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 26, 2005 Report Share Posted September 26, 2005 Hi Annie, I don't think I've seen you post before - so welcome. Of course, I've only been here about a year now so who am I! LOL! I couldn't help but think if I had a daughter named Raven, given the Disney Show - " That's So Raven " , how appropriate that title would be for some of those days in the life of a parent of a child with DS/Autism!!! Do you find yourself saying, " That's so Raven! " LOL! Can you tell Disney Channel is on way too much at our house! Looking at the ages of your children, you're probably all too familiar as well ~ Anyway, I love the name Raven - and I bet your daughter is beautiful. Looks like little will have his share of mini-mommy's on hand! Take care, Jayne Mom to (14 next week), Emma (9), and Ds/PDD (6) Annie Corbett wrote: Annie......mom to Raven (7--DS, PDD), Abbi (5), (3), & (3 months) __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 28, 2005 Report Share Posted September 28, 2005 Thanks Jayne I love the name Raven too We chose it because our last name Corbett means dark as a Raven It wasn't as common 7 years ago as it is today!!! lol I usually lurk, trying to find time to keep up with all the postings is a bit difficult, but I did post a little bit about 2 years ago when Raven was dx'd. Can't believe its been 2 years! Looks like you are busy with yours as well....Disney channel is a staple in our home too, we wake up with breakfast with bear every am!!! take care, Annie..........mom to Raven(7-DS, PDD), Abbi (5), (3), (3 months) Re: Breaking Points > Hi Annie, > I don't think I've seen you post before - so welcome. Of course, I've only been here about a year now so who am I! LOL! > I couldn't help but think if I had a daughter named Raven, given the Disney Show - " That's So Raven " , how appropriate that title would be for some of those days in the life of a parent of a child with DS/Autism!!! Do you find yourself saying, " That's so Raven! " LOL! > Can you tell Disney Channel is on way too much at our house! Looking at the ages of your children, you're probably all too familiar as well ~ > Anyway, I love the name Raven - and I bet your daughter is beautiful. Looks like little will have his share of mini-mommy's on hand! > > Take care, > Jayne > Mom to (14 next week), Emma (9), and Ds/PDD (6) > > > Annie Corbett wrote: > Annie......mom to Raven (7--DS, PDD), Abbi (5), (3), & (3 months) > > > > > > __________________________________________________ > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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