Life is a journey full of uncertainty, to put it simply. You can plan, prepare and try to steer it in a desirable direction, but in the end, there will always be that x factor. That unforeseen little piece of the puzzle that changes the whole finished product. Sometimes, there are many little pieces that are x factors. It is our job to allow those little unexpected pieces to fall into place and then readjust life according to their impact.
No I'm not pregnant...I'm sure that is what a lot of you derived from the philosophical paragraph above. There are some things that our family is dealing with right now. As much as I wish that I could share these details of our lives with you all, for the sheer fact that I think it would help many of you, I have to respect the wishes and integrity of my family and keep this small part of our lives private.
I can tell you this much, we are definitely dealing with an unexpected puzzle piece. Mandy asked how we are doing on the holistic approach to dealing with Daniel Jr's ADHD. We are sticking to a stricter diet, supplementing with vitamins and minerals and trying to work with him behaviorally. We have not put him back on his medication. However, things are not getting much better. In fact, I fear that they may be getting worse. My husband and I will be taking him into get a referral to a psychiatrist and psychologist tomorrow. Please pray for us. Pray that we will have the wisdom to ask the right questions, give the right answers and the strength to deal with the results. Most of all, pray for our son, Daniel.
I will try and keep you all updated as much as I can, within my limitations. Thanks, in advance, for your support.
10 guests at the inn:
Kadi,
I will be praying for your whole family. I appreciate how you are willing to open up your lives to us, you make me laugh and bring sunshine to my life every day. I completely respect your desire to keep this under wraps, I will pray, as God knows what you have need of.
God Bless,
Tiff
I had NO idea you had a little one with ADHD....without knowing much about you and obviously not your son...can I say, I get it. I promise, I get it. I have a post on my blog...maybe 3 pages back, titled something like, it's with great sadness....I, like you could not post what exactly we are going through with our Noah...but know that you-your family are not alone in this battle. I-we are right there with you. (we are not currently medicating either...most days are very trying)
Kadi
I was wondering if you have ever considered seeing a chiropractor??
I know many people would never think that seeing one might help with ADHD. But working in an office I have seen wonderful results. Children who have been able to completly give up meds. Most peple think they are only for back pain. But what you need to consider is that your spine is a lot like the fuse box in your house. If you have a blown fuse that room isn't getting what it needs to work. The same goes with your spine if something is out of aligment the energy cannot get through for your body to make it work. If you have any questions please fell free to contact me. I am happy to get you in touch with a great doctor who could answer your questions and recommend someone in your area.
Did you ever get to the holistic doctor in Loma Linda?
See if your pediatrician knows a psychopharmacologist... a psychiatrist who specializes in and is knowledgable about medications.
You and Daniel Jr. will be in my thoughts.
My thoughts and prayers will be with you all, for sure. There are so many twists and turns in the road, aren't there? I guess the only consolation is that we all go through things, and most often end up all the better for it at the end. :)
~Christy
http://www.heavyonthecaffeine.com
I will keep Daniel in my prayers!
I think we may be in the same predicament my friend...with a family situation and figuring out where the puzzles pieces lay. I'll say a special prayer for you tonight!
Hi, Kadi! Hope it's not too serious...lots of hugs and prayers for you and yours. Take care!
Hi Kadi,
I just stumbled in and feel for you and your son, family.
Also I understand the feeling of wanting to be open in a blog, and wanting to protect people's feelings.
Frustrating.....
God bless.
Kadi,
My 10 year old has ADHD. If you have any questions or want to vent, I'm the motha to do it with. It's an exhausting roller-coaster.
Jessica
The Imperfect Parent
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