We have some news that is difficult to process on the Elliott front.  We met with Dr. Reynolds on Monday to discuss other medication options to help manage Elliott's extreme anxiety. We discussed Elliott's rather extreme reaction to the very low dose of Zoloft and our obvious concerns. This is where things got a bit scary. The main concern at this point is bipolar disorder.  This was exactly how Gavin presented years ago. This was something Lizze and I were afraid of when we experienced his reaction.  Nothing is for sure but it's something we will have to keep an eye on going forward. I'll be totally honest with you.  This scares me to death.  Elliott was my most typical baby now this.  It feels like another loss.  :-( Tonight…

Today's Victory is brought to you by Mr. Emmett John. Today was a big day for him. He took his puppy to the Vet to get a checkup and shots this morning. He was very brave and stood by her through the entire process. When he got home, he did the unthinkable. Before he went into the house, he wanted to take her to try potty, so she didn't pee in the house. I know it doesn't show up very well in the picture but it had just rained. Everything was muddy and wet but that didn't stop him from walking her into the yard. He was even wearing his shoes and not his boots. This almost never happens. It's totally amazing what a little boy will do because he…

Bella had a appointment at the Vet this morning. Emmett was very anxious to go along with Bella. He wanted to make sure she was okay. He was so freaking adorable, and he did such a good job taking care of his friend Bella. The Vet was so nice, as usual. He explained everything he was doing, so that Emmett understood. He was concerned but super brave when it was time for Bella's vaccine. The Vet said that Bella was the perfect dog and that Emmett was doing an amazing job of caring for her. I explained how Emmett and Bella are perfect for each other. Bella helps Emmett to do things that he wouldn't do otherwise. As his father, I'm so incredibly proud of how well he's doing with…

I can't think of a better a better way to start the day than with one of Gavin's meltdowns.  It's even better after a night of no sleep.  Of course,  this is pure sarcasm and I'm choosing to try and be humorous about this because I can't afford to go the other way.  Gavin freaked out this morning over what he was wearing to school. Today is spring picture day and the boys are allowed to wear a dress shirt to school,  instead of their uniform shirts. In all the years Gavin has been in school,  he has always worn his uniform shirt for pictures.  It's just one of those things he was more comfortable doing.  This morning,  he decided that he was going to wear his Super Mario t-shirt. …

I know it's no secret that life with an Autistic child can be challenging.  I also know that for some,  myself included,  that can be a gross understatement. There are so many days that I feel like I just can't continue.  The struggles are just to great and I don't know if I can find the strength to get up,  even just one more time. Sometimes,the last few hours of the day are the absolute most difficult to survive. I know at least some of you out there understand what I'm talking about. While everything I said is the truth,  at least my truth,  there is one exception. Every night,  when I check on my babies,  the very same ones that were driving me crazy all day long, I see…

As if Monday's weren't traditionally bad enough for the Lost and Tired family.  Today we're starting things off with Emmett beginning a new fever cycle. This may explain his behavior as of late. In some weird and probably inappropriate way it's sorta like PMS for him.  He gets really moody and very easily agitated. About a week later,  he seems to his his fever cycle.  Like I said, weird and inappropriate,  but it's the only way I can think to describe it.  Hopefully,  the rest of the week gets a bit better or at least doesn't get any worse. **Thanks for reading**        -Lost and Tired Please join our Community Autism Support Forum Posted from WordPress for Android so please forgive the typos. Auto-correct and I don't get…