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14 years ago @ Running with Merve - We Love Wow But It's N... · 0 replies · +1 points

Hey Nick,

Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Before the article even came out, I was expecting to get flamed. I knew it was coming. I knew there’d be at least a few that tried to pee on our parade. Having an ugly picture painted by someone who doesn’t know me and doesn’t know the intricate details of our lives is galling. It doesn’t matter, though. :P They can flip their lips all they want. It doesn’t change the fact that we have a good thing going for Thomas. And I appreciate your support. I know, like any parent, I have room for improvement but I’m not too bad a parent either. ;)

14 years ago @ Running with Merve - What's In a Name? · 0 replies · +1 points

I am so glad the article impacted you so positively. What the article doesn’t necessarily touch on is just how rough and agonizing it can be for our autistic kids to function in a society they have a difficult time relating to. And it’s just as rough on us parents trying to help them cope and progress to a point where they can participate in the world as normally as possible.

I found a video of Thomas from three years ago and he wasn’t even talking clearly. He wasn’t talking in full, clear sentences. Back then, I was so disheartened. He was depressed, anxious, and aggressive. And I was depressed because I couldn’t seem to get him the help he needed.

Needless to say, there is hope. Lots of it, in fact.;) Thomas is now reading at a third grade level and can write very legibly.

I’m glad the article was an inspiration for you. It’s an inspiration for me talking to other parents going through the same thing. I’ve talked to several parents and even adults with autism, and our kids’ futures are bright despite the issues they struggle with.

Hang in there, and take care! :)

14 years ago @ Running with Merve - What's In a Name? · 0 replies · +1 points

For some odd reason, the commenting system isn't wanting to show me your email. Would you mind dropping me a line via my contact page? It's located at:http://runningwithmerve.com/?page_id=36 Thanks ;)

14 years ago @ Running with Merve - Completely Taken Aback... · 0 replies · +1 points

Thanks, and I couldn't agree more!

14 years ago @ Running with Merve - Completely Taken Aback... · 0 replies · +1 points

Thomas used to be really obsessed with trains when he was little. Though he still loves them, his current major obsession is construction machines. Any movies or books with construction-related themes can keep him quite enthralled.

That's cool that you're considering funding a wow account for your brother. It's been a real boon for us; hope it is for your brother as well! :P

14 years ago @ Running with Merve - Completely Taken Aback... · 0 replies · +1 points

Thomas is really good about protecting my toons when I'm afk. I've come back many a time to find him controlling my toon, defending it against an errant mob.

Thanks for sharing insight into your boys' lives. It's good to see other moms and other asperger kids doing well. It's nice to have others who can relate. :D

14 years ago @ Running with Merve - A Quick Thanks from Th... · 0 replies · +1 points

Thanks ;)

14 years ago @ Running with Merve - Merve's First Pet · 0 replies · +1 points

He really likes the color red and though he's talked about wanting a deer pet, when it comes to pets, they all appeal to him. ;)

14 years ago @ Running with Merve - Merve LF Macho Armor · 0 replies · +1 points

Hmm, good idea. Have choppa, will tote him there. ;)

14 years ago @ Running with Merve - Merve LF Macho Armor · 0 replies · +1 points

Yeah, his teacher is quite happy with how well Wow's motivating him. The change is noticeable.

Thanks for the advice on leatherworking. With his new dk, he's leveling skinning and for some reason, he absolutely loves it. Mebbe, a change of professions is in order for Merve. ;)

Yeah, I have to agree -- a feral druid in a dress is just >.>

Greetings from Sentinels. Thanks for stopping by and commenting!

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