My heart is heavy today about the whole North Carolina amendment one thing, and I’m not sure I can put any of those feelings into words other than sadness, frustration, weariness, more sadness… You get the idea. Instead I thought I would give you a list of five completely random things.
1. Softball is still going on. Just in case you were wondering. The team has been winning, but Cady hasn’t been playing her best and she was pretty disappointed in herself last night. We have another game on Thursday. Let’s all pray she gets a hit.
2. I’m going to BlogHer again this year. I had not planned on it, but some stuff switched around in my schedule that freed up some vacation time so I said “what the hell…” I’ll be rooming with one of my awesome roomies from last year, Elaine, and someone new, Erin. Looking forward to seeing everyone and making some new friends.
3. Cady was at my mom’s Friday night. The kids were playing outside in the sprinkler and she stepped on something and cut the bottom of her foot. It was pretty nasty, but it is healing fine. Of course “Ms. Frances” has been completely dramatic about the entire thing. One day I’ll give you the run down on the kids’ names and why she has so many nicknames.
4. My therapist thinks I may have ADD. She has recommended that I try a medication, Vyvanse, to see if it will help with my concentration issues. She can’t prescribe it though and I can’t get in with my regular doctor until June 11th. Anyone have any experience with that medication or adult ADD?
5. I met with Cady’s teacher yesterday. I don’t know why, but that always makes me nervous. She is definitely moving on to second grade. I didn’t have any doubts about that, but it is still nice to hear. We are supposed to work on her reading (fluency) over the summer. The teacher has some concerns that she may be dyslectic, but we can’t test her until second grade and it still may be a development issue. I haven’t mentioned it to Cady because I don’t want her to fret over it all summer. The child is an A#1 fretter. I’ve been wondering about this for awhile, but I wasn’t sure what was “normal.” I actually felt kind of glad when the teacher mentioned it to me.
That’s it for me. Today finds me with a heavy heart and a busy schedule so I might as well get to it. Y’all have a great day!
I have ADD. But I was diagnosed before the age of 7 and then again when I was 25 years old. The experts say we don’t outgrow this disorder, but getting my current insurance to cover the cost of the medication is impossible. I’ve been never had Vyvanse though….just Ritalin and Adderall. I always have to pay for it out of pocket because the insurance people (who aren’t doctors) believe it’s a childhood disorder. Go figure.
That’s interesting. I wasn’t diagnosed as a kid, but when I look back I’m pretty sure I had it. I was just able to overcome it. As I get older I’m having more trouble finding work arounds.
You’ve got a lot going on. Good luck with #4. I’ve got no experience with it, but it’s something I’m thinking of exploring for myself…I can just never remember to get around to it. My 8 year old takes Focalin and it’s been a miracle. Just the little bit he needed to make school bearable for him. I know they prescribe it to adults too.
Ha! This list is nothing. I actually started out to write ten things and then realized I don’t really have that much going on this week. LOL Perspective.
My husband was diagnosed with ADD as an adult, when he was 30. It was a lifesaver for him in a lot of ways – it explained a lot, both with his depression and in our relationship. He took Ritalin, and now is on Concerta. We’ve both done quite abit of reading on the subject, and there is one book that I would highly recommend, as it was full of practical tips. I just can’t recall the name of it right now. My son was diagnosed when he was 6 — he is now 8, and he takes Biphentin. I can’t express what a difference ADD medication has made for both my husband and my son.
I’m hoping it has that kind of effect for me.
Visiting from SITS! I cannot believe the news from North Carolina either…makes my heart hurt
You have a great blog! Glad I found you
Thanks for stopping by.
Umm… I hadn’t gotten a look at the haircut. Guess what?
ADD…there are some natural treatments.
Haircut?
That’s what my mom said, but I really want to try the drugs.
Cady’s haircut. I just got cut on Saturday. It looks the same.
That’s a cute cut. Picture?
Yeah!!! For!!! You!!! At!!! BlogHer!!!
Are you going again this year?
Yes, ma’am. I will be there!!!
Woohoo!!!! I can’t wait to see you again!
Ack! So annoyed that BlogHer is so lose to me and you will be there and AI won’t.
The ADD thing I don’t know much about adult diagnosis. It will be interesting to hear your perspective on things.
Poor Cady. I hope she gets a hit!
You should come. Just make the time and do it. You won’t regret it.
ADD, really? That surprises me.
This week has been a roller coaster for me too. Hope the weekend gets here soon…
BlogHer again? Lucky you!!
Good luck as you walk through the diagnosis and treatment of Adult ADD. I don’t know much about it, but I’m sure it will be an adventure.
Five BIG thoughts, mama!
(Isn’t it amazing how much we can hold in our minds and hearts at all times?!)