I've been a special needs parent for roughly half of my life. I'm so used to the challenges that I face on a daily basis, that I don't always remember that they are there.  Sometimes you can get so used to something that you simply don't know anything else. Over the years I've become quite acclimated with Autism but ADHD is something relatively new for me. It's been over a year since both Elliott and Emmett were diagnosed officially with ADHD.     I'm honestly not sure what I struggle with more as a parent, Autism or ADHD. They both present their own unique parenting challenges but ADHD is much newer to me and I'm still trying to figure it out.  There are many overlapping symptoms and it's sometimes really difficult…

Emmett has been up since about 3 am and shows no signs of slowing down. It's been a really long and restless night in The Autism Dad household.     Poor Emmett was really stuffy last night and he really struggles with things like this. It's a sensory nightmare for him.  On the positive side, everyone's in a good mood.  All that's going on this morning is Gavin's IVIG Infusion. I don't expect any issues there and hopefully it won't take too long.  

Considering what today was, I think I did pretty well. Progress was made on the divorce papers and that's a positive thing for both of us.  This past year has been the toughest of my life but I've discovered just how strong I truly am.     The boys will be going to visit their Mom and Grandparents tomorrow and I while I don't like being away from from kids, I'm happy they get to go. Frankly, I'm feeling burnt out and in need of a break.     Maybe I'll treat myself to a burrito at Chipotle tomorrow night for dinner.  I'm emotionally drained and just need some time to myself but I made it through the day. That's something I'm really proud of.