Miss you guys...

[80sFan]

I have 73 notifcations to check so I wanted to just post this before I even read those...things are not great here.
We had to have our son admitted to a facilty as an inpatient a couple weeks ago.
He became (even more) dangerous to himself and us and we had no other choice. He's 14, but has never been away from us more than a very rare overnight with grandparents. He will be home next week (they seem to think he is more stable now) and I miss him so so much (we have visited, but didn't go well) but I know he is where he needs to be right now.
Thank you to those who have asked about/prayed for/sent good thoughts to us. Truly appreciated.

 

[kingricefan]

I'm so sorry this is happening to you and your family. (((80sFan))) Things will get better, just hang in there!

 

[Dana Jean]

Oh scary. I am so sorry this is happening. Be sure you take care of you, too.

 

[danie]

Stacey, you're in my thoughts. I know your heart is breaking for your boy. I hope he can come home soon. We have missed you.

 

[Neesy]

I have 73 notifcations to check so I wanted to just post this before I even read those...things are not great here.
We had to have our son admitted to a facilty as an inpatient a couple weeks ago.
He became (even more) dangerous to himself and us and we had no other choice. He's 14, but has never been away from us more than a very rare overnight with grandparents. He will be home next week (they seem to think he is more stable now) and I miss him so so much (we have visited, but didn't go well) but I know he is where he needs to be right now.
Thank you to those who have asked about/prayed for/sent good thoughts to us. Truly appreciated.

Oh dear - my heart goes out to you - having a son with special needs I know how much you worry about him. Stay safe and hang in there - you have to do what is best for everyone involved.

Welcome back - you were missed very much

 

[Spideyman]

Am so sorry to hear this. Guidance to the professionals who are caring for your son. May there be a good transition back home soon. My thoughts are prayers are with you all. May you find the inner peace you need.

 

[king family fan]

I have 73 notifcations to check so I wanted to just post this before I even read those...things are not great here.
We had to have our son admitted to a facilty as an inpatient a couple weeks ago.
He became (even more) dangerous to himself and us and we had no other choice. He's 14, but has never been away from us more than a very rare overnight with grandparents. He will be home next week (they seem to think he is more stable now) and I miss him so so much (we have visited, but didn't go well) but I know he is where he needs to be right now.
Thank you to those who have asked about/prayed for/sent good thoughts to us. Truly appreciated.

This may be best but still heart breaking. keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. You have been missed. Glad you are able to check in. Big hugs.

 

[Out of Order]

Hi 80s......all the best to you!! Being a good parent is what you do no matter how hard it is and hope for the best. I know I do.

 

[prufrock21]

Hope everything works out and I send you my best. So does Mr. King.

 

[Doc Creed]

I have 73 notifcations to check so I wanted to just post this before I even read those...things are not great here.
We had to have our son admitted to a facilty as an inpatient a couple weeks ago.
He became (even more) dangerous to himself and us and we had no other choice. He's 14, but has never been away from us more than a very rare overnight with grandparents. He will be home next week (they seem to think he is more stable now) and I miss him so so much (we have visited, but didn't go well) but I know he is where he needs to be right now.
Thank you to those who have asked about/prayed for/sent good thoughts to us. Truly appreciated.

I'm glad to see you check in with us, Stacey. I'm so sorry to hear this. I'm sure that was a heartbreaking decision for you guys. Let's pray that this is only a temporary issue complicated by his entering adolescence. You're in my prayers.

 

[HollyGolightly]

I have 73 notifcations to check so I wanted to just post this before I even read those...things are not great here.
We had to have our son admitted to a facilty as an inpatient a couple weeks ago.
He became (even more) dangerous to himself and us and we had no other choice. He's 14, but has never been away from us more than a very rare overnight with grandparents. He will be home next week (they seem to think he is more stable now) and I miss him so so much (we have visited, but didn't go well) but I know he is where he needs to be right now.
Thank you to those who have asked about/prayed for/sent good thoughts to us. Truly appreciated.

This is heartbreaking for you all! I keep you all in my daily prayers and so hope he will be able to settle down and be home with you all soon. You all take care of each! Holler if you need anything! Peace!

 

[not_nadine]

80's you and your husband have strength that I could never know.
You just keep on doing what your heart tells you is right and best for your son.

Many vibes for your entire family. Hang in.

 

[GNTLGNT]

I have 73 notifcations to check so I wanted to just post this before I even read those...things are not great here.
We had to have our son admitted to a facilty as an inpatient a couple weeks ago.
He became (even more) dangerous to himself and us and we had no other choice. He's 14, but has never been away from us more than a very rare overnight with grandparents. He will be home next week (they seem to think he is more stable now) and I miss him so so much (we have visited, but didn't go well) but I know he is where he needs to be right now.
Thank you to those who have asked about/prayed for/sent good thoughts to us. Truly appreciated.

....biggest hugs ever.....miss you girl!.....

 

[ghost19]

Stay strong ma'am. Best wishes.

 

[doowopgirl]

The hardest thing for parents is when their child is not well. I hope he and you can around this and be happy together.

 

[FlakeNoir]

I have 73 notifcations to check so I wanted to just post this before I even read those...things are not great here.
We had to have our son admitted to a facilty as an inpatient a couple weeks ago.
He became (even more) dangerous to himself and us and we had no other choice. He's 14, but has never been away from us more than a very rare overnight with grandparents. He will be home next week (they seem to think he is more stable now) and I miss him so so much (we have visited, but didn't go well) but I know he is where he needs to be right now.
Thank you to those who have asked about/prayed for/sent good thoughts to us. Truly appreciated.

Oh no, I'm so sorry... you must be exhausted from all the stress and worry. (((80's))) I hope there will be a significant break-through in his care regime so that he can have some peace and stability. You guys are doing everything right, please don't fall victim to the second-guessing monster... I know it lurks in the wee small hours of the night.
I am sending you all of my best wishes for happier, more peaceful times for all of your family. We have missed you and hope that you will be able to be here more often whenever possible. xox

 

[morgan]

You, your son and family are in my continued prayers. You and your husband are very strong and so supportive of each other, you will get through this. You have been missed.

 

[80sFan]

You all don't know how much your kind words mean to me. I wish I had been able to come back to the board sooner.
Our son's behaviors had been escalating in frequency and intensity until we were terrified of what might happen if things kept going along the way they were.

I have been trying to de-stress during this "break" (I hate to even call it that, since this is not how I wanted to get some downtime). My body/brain still won't let me sleep past 6:00 a.m. though.

The hubby has been trying to get my mind off things...we went to the drive in because I had never been to one (our son is always asleep by that time of night), we've also taken a few day trips, exploring new places without having to be home before the school bus.
Things we can't otherwise do.

I've also had more time to read (in between talking to his therapists, doctors,nurses there and scheduling all of his post-discharge appts) so I'll post a couple good titles in the other section.

 

[Grandpa]

I am so sorry. You know you're doing the right thing, even though it's so very hard.

My heart goes out to you. You're quite frankly a parent hero. I had troubles with my kids, who doesn't, but nothing even remotely close to what some cruel vicissitudes of nature have put you through. You are giving it a great shot, painful and terrifying as it may be, beyond what would be humanly expected.

All the best to you and your family.

 

[no bounce no play]

(((80sFan))) You are a great Mom. If/when the time comes that your son has to live permanently in a facility because he's a danger to himself and others, please do not feel like you could have done more. You've done more than most people could possibly do. I hope your son finds peace within himself and I hope you do too.