There comes a point, I think, in every parents life that they feel defeated. I think it happens much more often for parents of Autistic kids. For me, raising 3 boys on the spectrum is a nealry impossible feat on the very best of days. Factor in Lizze's health issues and you have a recipe for feeling defeated. Right now I feel completely defeated. I feel like nothing I can do will ever be enough. I am physically exhausted and emotionally drained. To me, it feels like our lives are falling apart. I can't keep up with anything. I have laundry piled up and dishes in the sink. I literally have a stack of colllections letters and shut off notices that I can do nothing about. Every ounce of my…

Do you come home and say to yourself, "damn, I'd swear someone has been here". You may brush it off, but in Elliott's case he's not crazy and here is the proof. Emmett put himself down for a nap in Elliott's bed. He made him self comfortable and is watching kung fu panda. He got his sippy, his grover, pick his nose, ears and toes (sorry Elliott) and settled in. Posted via midNIGHT powered Epic 4G by lost and tired

Here at the "Lost and Tired" blog my goal is to spread awareness and make connections with other families. One of the new things I have started is Autism in "Real Life". This is were people from the community volunteer to share their story about how Autism has touched their lives. I ask a few questions and they answer honestly. This allows the world to see Autism through their eyes. --------------------------------------------------------------- Autism in "Real Life" I would like you all to meet Jill and her family. Jill is a mother of 2 with 1 on the spectrum. She is also the author of "Yeah, Good Times". This is an absolutely fantastic blog. She is currently ranked #4 on "Top Mommy Blogs". You should really stop by and give it a read.…

Lizze has been home for 3 days now and I am going on 2 nights of NO sleep. Emmett is having a a rough time and Elliott wasn't feeling good last night... Lizze is in a lot of pain. She over did it yesterday. I'm going to have to lock her in the bedroom so she rests. I know she feels bad for me right now but if she doesn't get better I'm going to lose my mind. If she over does it she will take much longer to recover and I won't survive. Right now the kids have eaten and they are watching Pokemon and eating uncooked Ramon noodles.. yes you heard me right... uncooked Ramon noodles.  For some reason this is their "thing" right now and I have…

This is one of those posts where you will either love me or hate me for my thoughts. However, these are my thoughts and feelings on my blog. Maybe they can help someone... I know it's unpoplualar within the community to paint Autism in a negative light. We preach "acceptence" and "understanding"..  This is something that has always bothered me. It bothers me because Autism has not been a positive experience for me. Maybe I'm the minority or maybe I'm doing something wrong. Perhaps there is something wrong with me cause I don't see Autism as a "blessing". My experience with Autism has been one of loss, pain, heartache, fear, anger, desperation and frustration. I have 3 boys on the spectrum and with the exception of Elliott, Autism has done…

One of the toughest things about raising 3 Autistic kids for me is simply balancing out my time between them. It's really tough when each child literally requires your constant undivided attention. As you may have figured out, that's just not possible. Trying to figure out who gets what time and who doesn't is just as hard and unfair. To those out there with multiples on the sectrum, how to you balance your time.... Posted via midNIGHT powered Epic 4G by lost and tired

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I thought I would test this new idea on myself first to see how this goes. I have received several emails already so the response form the community is there. I just need to format it... So keep in mind I'm asking these questions to my self, so it'll be a little weird for all of us..... :) It will go something like this: Today I have the pleasure to introduce you to Rob Gorski and his family (I know this is weird but it won't be when I am introducing someone else). (Lost and Tired): How has Autism touched your life? (Rob): Autism has touch our lives in a very unique way. My wife and I have 3 boys. Gavin just turned 11, Elliott is 4 and Emmett is…