Beyond The Shock and Denial

So I'm watching Sean play with his cousin today and it hits me. He has Asperger's. I know I've already mentioned that and I know that we've known about it for some time now, but I think it is actually sinking in as fact. As this thought process occurs I feel overwhelmed and peaceful at the same time. For some reason Heavenly Father has entrusted me with this precious spirit, why, I cannot really say because I definitely feel inadequate... well, most of the time... but he's mine and for some reason we're meant to be together in this family. I cling to this thought as I realize what an honor and a privilege it is to be his mother. This truth is only more evident in the fact that our children are adopted. Proof once more that no matter what, God makes sure that children get to their families against all worldly odds.

This all being said, as many of you know, we have been keeping Sean's diagnosis rather close to our vest for a few weeks. Mostly, I think, so that we can digest it and emote over it in private before we face what this means for him socially etc... I have decided that I don't want him to ever feel ashamed of who he is or the challenges that he's been given to face in life so we walk a fine line here. If I blab my mouth off, than I'm afraid people will treat him differently without taking the time to know him first. On the other hand, I know that they already do treat him differently, they just don't know why yet.

So, here goes, the cat is out of the bag mostly in hopes that by doing so I can educate people about Apserger's/Autism and Sean. Because when you get to know him, you understand what a precious and wonderful gift he is. And, at no point in his life should he ever feel ashamed for who he is and what he is about. This is one situation in which ignorance offers us no bliss.

There, I've gotten it off my chest and you'll be hearing a lot more from me on the subject. Join us on our journey as we learn together and if you know of anyone who needs support, or who has been there and can offer advice, it'd be great if you sent them our way!

Love to all!