Sylvia and I were lamenting a bit on the weekend- we tend to do that a lot. It’s easy to do that when Dawson’s obsessions are at a peak, and our patience is at a low. We’re in a situation right now, where it seems as though some people that are put in place to help Dawson, are not getting the concept of what it takes to effectively reach out to him. Such an occurrence happened yesterday, when Dawson’s Opa was taking care of him, and a person in church unexpectedly made a very discouraging and insensitive comment about our family. Opa immediately stood up for us and Dawson, and defended us and our situation. We were so proud of such a great man in our corner.
So often we ask other people to put themselves into our shoes, because we would like them to feel what we feel. That’s fair sometimes. But sometimes it’s not anybody’s job to understand how we feel- it’s our job to stand alone on the fact that Jesus knows how we feel. “He was despised and rejected of men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief.” (Isaiah 53:3)
I have lately found myself trying to put myself into other’s situations, trying to imagine what it might be like to feel like a “normal family”. What would it be like? Would there be more freedoms? Would there be more happy times?
My answer has changed from even one year ago. We see many joys and freedoms that a lot of parents never will. The laughter that rings in our walls is a sound that many homes have long been removed of. I’m gaining a lot of perspective here, and it seems to be growing by the day.
When the grass seems greener, it’s often a good idea to step over the fence and look at your own side- from the other side.
It looks pretty good. -t
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Good morning folks
Just to let you know I'm thankful to you for allowing me into your corner. Not being a parent myself I may never fully see things from your perspective but that's O.K. My heart and prayers can be just as effective. Years ago I used to think that a person need to experience in order to be able to fully understand or identify. Of course I know now that's not true. Working in this field does make me realize that the challenges you face daily are real. I thank God that "He" is for you and His strength is sufficient for each day. He gives grace and hope for each challenge. I pray that you will "know" His presence in the richest way possible today and each new day. May He bless you with many sensitive souls around you and those who are not may they learn from you and Dawson that we are all very special in God's sight. The wrappings don't matter at all...it's the gifts we all bring to this world. Dawson is blessed to have a family such as yours. Give him a hug for me today..(if he will tolerate it). God Bless you three. Love Hanna
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