I know some may think I sound like a horrible parent... but I am SO READY FOR SCHOOL TO START! My son talks nonstop and I need someone else to be around to answer all of his questions and statements. I still feel like I need to respond to everything he says (side effect from all of those years where I wished he would speak) and it is wearing me down! I am amazed at how many ways one can phrase the same question! I just have to maintain my sanity until September 2nd. Wish me luck! Today I was nearly in tears. It isn't just Ian, but the other 2 as well (they are fighting like an old married couple).

You're not a horrible parent, we all know exactly where you're coming from!
My 6 year old son talks non-stop all the time and it does wear you down sometimes.
My 5 yr old is non-verbal and very challenging at times, he needs the rigid structure at school and his sensory timetable.
Best wishes to everyone... first day back is coming soon!

Mine are in school. All four of them-- for the first time in 16 years, there are no kids home with me. I'm so, so happy! I love them all, but haven't had any time to myself in 1 billion years or so. (slight exaggeration) Kevin, I really hope Liv will talk again soon. Hang in there.

My prince's are back in school, and I HATE it...I miss them terribly when they are not here...and Julian is doing great, we are alone with just David our new little two year old, who is also special needs and I do speech with...Julian is writing on the white board w/o any problem this year...he just keeps me on my toes...by not letting me get to much...he reels me in little at a time...then bammmm...he surprises me again...by noon I am climbing the walls waiting for my daughter to call so I can pick up my treasures at her house...this year I take the kids to school and she brings them back...

Recently, I went to an ASD parent panel.. And, one thing I took from it was it is like seasons. Like a season the situation you are in now will pass just hang through the season. And, obviously you are not alone in wanting the reprieve that school brings. But, we all know the complexity & the paradox of your feelings. Right now, I wish Liv could speak.. Even if it where just self talk with words, rather than making noises all the time. But, I am sure if she was self talking with words I would have many days of... Geeeez a little piece & quiet. Even now her noises get very anoying. But, at least she is making noises & trying. Peace be with you - KC

I AGREE. I can't wait until monday. Michelle goes back and for at least a few months she seems to be a happy Kid. I am going to get to work in filing for guardian ship. If anybody has any advice I would appreciate it. And by the way, Have a Happy School Year!

Have you ever seen the Staples Commercial where the christmas song "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year" plays and the parents are estatically picking out school supplies? It is hiliarious. We are not alone. I also waited years for the words and feel compelled to respond. Hang in there - it will only be a little longer.... Cathy