Gavin's appointment at the always amazing Akron Children's Hospital went very well. Most of his gastro symptoms have subsided, and he does not require regular medication in that area of his life. While he's not really gaining weight, he's maintaining where he is, and that's a good thing. His doctor is happy with his progress in the weight department. Gavin spoke up a few times, but it didn't cause any confusion during the appointment. Sometimes it does because of Gavin wanting to say what he thinks the other person wants to hear. Accuracy is not his thing and makes things more confusing than it has to be. He did an excellent job today. He doesn't even have to come back for 12 months. After that appointment, if all is well,…

We've made it to see our friends at Akron Children's Hospital, and did so on time. That's quite an accomplishment if you've driven through Akron in recent years. Anyway, this is a follow-up with Gastroenterology for Mr. Gavin. I don't expect anything Earth-shattering to occur today. Gavin's in a pretty good mood, and he's having a decent day thus far. He's a bit animated though. I guess manic would be a better or more accurate word to use, but it's not mania how he's historically experienced mania. He's just really happy, very exaggerated in much of what he does, and is extremely talkative. It's not bad, at least comparatively speaking but it's enough that we can tell something is going on. I do suspect it will be a bit annoying…

So, I'm sorry that I've been absent from here recently or at least not writing as much as I normally do. I'm spread so thin right now and I'm having to puts some things down. I wanted to quickly post an update because Gavin is heading back to Akron Children's Hospital this morning. This is a follow-up with his gastro. He's having some problems and I need to try and find him some help. Lizze and I will have to divide and conquer today because she's has to not only be somewhere else during Gavin's appointment but she's also making sure the kids get picked up from school. I'm not feeling super enthusiastic about today but we need to get through it. I wish you all the best today and…

It's been a very frustrating day. We had to totally adjust our plans because Elliott was home sick but we try very hard to roll with the punches. Autism and/or Special Needs parents have to be able to adapt because they living in a ery fluid environment. I was able to get Gavin to his appointment at Akron Children's Hospital but that ended up being frustrating as well. His gasteo is really nice and she's incredibly patient. ☺ I've spoken about this many times over the years but it bears repeating once again. Gavin is not a reliable source of information about anything, especially when it comes to his health. He struggles with memory issues and even basic comprehension. None of this is his fault but he very much muddies…