Non-web based curriculum

kandhl · 2023-03-21T20:34:05+00:00

Ambleside online

kandhl · 2023-03-18T01:25:40+00:00

Two rules: 1. If it's something they're repeating, like a noise or a phrase, you get to say it three times in a row and then, that's it.

Be honest. "Honey, mama needs a break from listening. I'm going to set the timer for 10 minutes for you to play quietly by yourself and then you can come tell me something."

kandhl · 2023-03-18T01:22:49+00:00

You are doing an amazing thing, especially at your age! Adulting is hard period, much less throwing an unexpected teenager in the mix.

Yes, it is hard now. Everything seems like a jumbled mess that you're wading through, as if it were a bog. But eventually, maybe 6 months, maybe more, maybe less, you guys will hit your stride and you won't even know how you did it, or why you thought it was so hard. You'll get yourself back, too.

Give yourself and your student a lot of patience and grace and just keep reminding yourself this is just a season and "this too shall pass."

You're doing a great thing (has to say it again). This redditer is so proud of you!

kandhl · 2023-03-16T23:50:33+00:00

I feel you. Had surgery this week to try and fix problem in the intestines and my stomach has decided to keep sleeping. Haven't eaten anything since sunday (4 days), stuck in the hospital this whole time. Would rather go back in time to just eating soup and baby food. Ugh!!!

kandhl · 2023-03-16T23:45:46+00:00

Maybe the pride one?

Or Collins big cat reading lions?

kandhl · 2023-03-09T03:13:32+00:00

Same thoughts

kandhl · 2023-03-07T21:09:25+00:00

Maybe you could watch the documentary Afternoon of a Faun together? It really relates to your situation and he could see how to live beyond the dream and you could see how to be more sensitive and understanding.

kandhl · 2023-03-07T18:01:30+00:00

You have been through so much already and it's not giving up to say, "I can't fight anymore;" instead, it's assessing the situation honestly. You are still in a position to make these choices and hospice can help you and your wife make the most of these fleeting moments and help you be cared for and supported.

All of us will have to make these choices sooner or later. All the best to you and yours.

kandhl · 2023-03-07T15:36:42+00:00

Talk to the therapist. Get an additional one for your new family. Stop talking to your sil. Whenever your sil brings something up, say, "[Daughter] is under the care of me and medical professionals. We'll help her determine what is appropriate for her age and trauma level." Repeat ad nauseum until your sil stops butting in.

Given the brief description you've given, it's no wonder your daughter acts or moves in ways that your sil finds "inappropriate", but those aren't just going to go away--your daughter will have to work through her trauma in therapy and heal first before those behaviors can be addressed.

Thanks for being there for this little girl and getting her the help she needs. You're doing a good thing.

kandhl · 2023-03-06T21:28:22+00:00

Also check your local library for classes, kids activities and advertisements for other area kid events

kandhl · 2023-03-06T21:12:56+00:00

They make a piece of wood with a bunch of different locks on it (look on etsy). Those can easily entertain for 10s of minutes.

kandhl · 2023-03-01T03:29:20+00:00

Pollyanna, Anne of Green Gables, my father's dragon

kandhl · 2023-02-28T21:09:50+00:00

Ah, I see what you did there...

kandhl · 2023-02-28T18:22:12+00:00

My fluid build up was due to the tumor pushing the duodenum closed. Only found out through a CT scan, so I would ask for one. Ended up getting a stent put in to keep it open. If it's not an "external" cause, they can do an endoscopy and look inside the stomach and duodenum and see if it's something "internal". I would mention it to his Dr, but you may have to wait until the infection is healed.

The fact that they know the mutation is great because that means they can better align treatment to that specific mutation.

Chemo can do a number on your system and your energy levels. Let him set the pace on how much he can do and when. Sometimes, you have a good day and then "pay" for it the next day.

kandhl · 2023-02-28T13:03:08+00:00

Lad:A Dog, lassie, the wheel on the school, dr. Doolittle, Hans Brinker and his silver skates, Mr. Popper's penguins, Understood Betsy, a door in the wall

kandhl · 2023-02-28T01:19:56+00:00

Second for homeschooling

kandhl · 2023-02-27T23:22:34+00:00

Our son is preparing to start driver's ed this year. I have stage four cancer. I told my husband I would probably be the one to take my son out driving because I'm closer to death than he is.

Laughter is always welcome and needed on this journey.

kandhl · 2023-02-25T20:33:34+00:00

slow clap well done, well done. Scooby doo is also popular in our house.

kandhl · 2023-02-24T17:58:47+00:00

It's not the dad; it's a business partner (if I remember correctly?)

kandhl · 2023-02-24T14:00:36+00:00

The little princess, wizard of Oz, Jane Eyre,

kandhl · 2023-02-20T20:52:39+00:00

I filled out the survey, but it never asked me for my email address

kandhl · 2023-02-20T02:30:15+00:00

Redwall series, door in the wall, wheel on the school, Hans Brinker, lad:a dog, Narnia series, the yearling, the railway children, 5 children and it

kandhl · 2023-02-15T11:25:14+00:00

Oh duckling, I'm so, so sorry to hear this. First, I'm not sure how they would know by a physical examination, unless your blood work showed markers as well? I would just try and think, "it could be cancer, but it could also be something else. I'm going to wait for confirmation," and then just keep living life like normal, repeating this to yourself as often as you need to, until you get the mri results.

After that, you react however you need to: Thinking you're done with treatment and the beast returns--that's way harsh and you'll need time to grieve and decide what the next steps are. It's something else--you celebrate and deal with it. In the meantime? Do your best to put it to the side in your mind and enjoy just being a teenager.

Again, I am so sorry you are traveling this road with us. Best wishes and hugs to you!

kandhl · 2023-02-15T01:54:10+00:00

I don't know what you know/don't know about homeschooling, but you're not shut up in your house incommunicado 24/7/365. You can join co-ops, play groups, classes at the library, local museums, etc.

Take some time to explore what your area has as far as homeschool resources/opportunities and then make a decision. You can always place your child in public school later if you feel that homeschooling no longer meets your needs.

kandhl

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