Last year, when we had trouble with the troll, er, I mean bad teacher–Ian saw a counselor to help him deal with the after effects of the troll.
I called her today and she is setting us up for some testing. YAY! Just KNOWING what we’re dealing with will be a big help. Hell, just talking to the counselor was a huge relief. Ian likes and trusts her, so this will be a good thing.
We’re working on homework charts and chore charts now. Everything I’ve read says that kids who tend to have focus issues need to be organized and on a schedule. This is SO UNLIKE me…so, I’m going to have to be trained, too.
Here we go. Change, she is a comin’.
Bitchin' Fiction: Musings by author Melissa McKenzie / Melissa Francis 
Keeping toes crossed for you, Mel.
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>>>Here we go. Change, she is a comin’.<<<Good luck, Mel. I hope it helps. And you never know; you might actually enjoy a little more structure once you get used to it. 😉 And FWIW, even if he doesn’t say it, I bet Ian is really glad that you’re getting him help instead of just telling him to do better and leaving it at that. You’re a great mom (canned soup and all!) and he’s a great kid. Somehow, this will all work out right. 🙂
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Good to know that things are getting ogin in the right direction for you! 🙂
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Mel,Hang in there, Mel…I’ll be rooting for you and Ian. You are doing exactly what a great loving mother should be doing. You are standing by Ian and supporting him. I’m sure it gives Ian comfort knowing that both of his parents are being so supportive. Hugs, Marly
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