Spidermansmum, I have a question 4 U!!

[striving2Bprov31]

Dear Sam,


HOD is going to be great for my kids, especially my 7 year old son. I have been reading your posts (some older posts) and I noticed you said your son has aspergers. Our 7 year old son has something going on-definitely. Through homeschooling him and putting a solid plan in place on the homefront (schedule, chores-the same everyday, simplicity in everthing) we have been able to make him quite comfortable. I am suspecting Aspergers as a possiblity for him. If you've noticed, so much of the info. out there on this says the same old thing-poor social skills, strange body posture, lack of eye contact. Then I began finding info. that it can vary so much, and that there are aspies that do not have all of those "typical" symptoms. I noticed in one of your posts you said Nathan was "gentle, energetic" and a few other things. Is it possible that that my son could have such a mild form of it that it might not be as obvious that he has it as some other aspies?? I could share with you if you like what we have noticed with him--the differences from other children. He is very social and can be talkative, but loves to be at home-doesn't seem to have a great desire to meet new people or go new places. But he "wins over" everyone who meets him. I knew from the time he was 18 months old that something was different. We have actually had several people ask if he was gifted. Anyway, I know this is not directly about HOD, but in my quest I thought of you and would love to hear from you. I'm certain you have valuable input. You seem like such a kind person.

If you have time to respond, thank you in advance!!

Liz
dh of 11yrs.
dd9, ds7, ds3, ds 7months

[Carrie]

Liz,

I'll just bump this to the top of the board as Sam is so gracious about helping and encouraging others that I know she'll want to see it.

Blessings,
Carrie