A final note for 2023 -- In this space, I try to find the words to explain what it’s like. It can seem like such a tiny thing, really. Nothing to add to a Christmas Card.A flash of knowing, a smiling pause.
Thanks Robin, I have been wanting to write so much! If it has been so chaotic I just haven't had a chance to sit down. I have been working on special applications for Mars as he is finally starting school in February as he will be 6 and that's the legal requirement here even though most kids start at 5, we just held out as he hasn't been ready. I still don't feel he is ready and he is only going to be attending three mornings a week for the first term. Fingers crossed it goes ok. Feeling pretty nervous!
Oh boy, good luck to Mars, and to you... I bet he's more ready than you think - fingers crossed for you, too. It is so nerve-wracking, I know. Can't wait to hear about it...!
I hope so! It's so hard, everyday he is asking to go to school and isn't understanding when we say it's still a few weeks a way, it's like counting down to Christmas all over again!
Robin, this is moving and bittersweet and lovingly written. I'd happily read your words even without a son of my own who is quite different from other children. There isn't a lot written on the unique experience of having a kid who doesn't fit many of the existing molds and how it feels to navigate the world alongside them. Thank you giving a voice to what it's like.
Aww, this is so sweet. Such joy to hear "empty!"
It really is!
Happy New Year to you Robin, I for one am looking forward to all the words you share in 2024 🥰
Thank you! I hope to see (read) you back here in the New Year as well!! Hope all is well with you and your fam 💕
Thanks Robin, I have been wanting to write so much! If it has been so chaotic I just haven't had a chance to sit down. I have been working on special applications for Mars as he is finally starting school in February as he will be 6 and that's the legal requirement here even though most kids start at 5, we just held out as he hasn't been ready. I still don't feel he is ready and he is only going to be attending three mornings a week for the first term. Fingers crossed it goes ok. Feeling pretty nervous!
Oh boy, good luck to Mars, and to you... I bet he's more ready than you think - fingers crossed for you, too. It is so nerve-wracking, I know. Can't wait to hear about it...!
I hope so! It's so hard, everyday he is asking to go to school and isn't understanding when we say it's still a few weeks a way, it's like counting down to Christmas all over again!
My daughter has more words, but struggles to use them most of the time. I understand that bubble wrap feeling x
Yes, it is hard to watch them struggle, and so incredible to watch them when they succeed. Happy New Year to you all!
I LOVE this post!!! Everything about it, all of it fills my heart with so much joy! ❤️
Thank you! ❤️
Robin, this is moving and bittersweet and lovingly written. I'd happily read your words even without a son of my own who is quite different from other children. There isn't a lot written on the unique experience of having a kid who doesn't fit many of the existing molds and how it feels to navigate the world alongside them. Thank you giving a voice to what it's like.
Thank you so much, this means a lot to me! 😊
Lovely Robin. There is something so beautiful about the moments of joy and delight you draw out of your sons progress — it it touching.
Happy new year! I’m looking forward to reading more of your pieces in 2024
Thank you, Michael! I look forward to your work in the new year as well - may we both find delight in unexpected places!! :)