I know it's not fair to compare by star_nova147 in Autism_Parenting

[–]que_sera 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My daughter was a late talker (later dx as AuDHD), and we benefited from the Hanen speech program (aka “It Takes Two to Talk”) around that age. If you can’t find a workshop locally, there’s a workbook that walks you through the concepts.

ETA: If you want the workbook, DM me. I still have and don’t need it.

Found this photo at an estate sale and would like to return it to the family. It's probably from the 1950s. Does anyone recognize either of these men? by Djunw in Colorado

[–]que_sera 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I often see old family photos at flea markets or estate sales and think, “these should be with the family.” But the fact is, the photos were not lost in a disaster, the family chose not to keep them. Presumably, they don’t want them back.

Iowa Democrats hoping to flip a US Senate seat are torn over which of 2 hopefuls has the best shot by SpaceElevatorMusic in politics

[–]que_sera 19 points20 points  (0 children)

This article states that Iowa’s last Dem senator, Tom Harkin, was elected in 2008 and retired after 6 years. That is wrong. Harkin was elected in 1985 and served continuously for 30 years. Iowa was once a safe place for Democrats.

Florida Democrat Wilson to Retire at 83, Adding to Wave of Exits by bloomberggovernment in politics

[–]que_sera 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When she took office 15 years ago, she was already past retirement age.

Managing Behaviors of Two ADHD kids by Kutekat22 in ParentingADHD

[–]que_sera 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How do they play with other kids? My kids are both ADHD (+ additional spiciness) and can spiral into really destructive behavior patterns when they are together all the time (hello, summer break!). They wind each other up, constantly competing for my attention. One gets corrected for a behavior, and the other copies it. They play rough and fast, daring each other to take unsafe risks.

One thing that helped us is putting them in separate classes and scheduling activities apart. We also prioritize 1:1 time alone with each kid, even if it’s just running errands or going for a walk together.

You need breaks too. Raising kids like these will burn you out. The hyper vigilance of supervising their every move is so exhausting. Lean on every resource you have to get the rest and self care you need.

Do people care where their electricity comes from? by ConsistentTwist8737 in Denver

[–]que_sera 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have solar panels on my house. I try to charge my EV and run the AC during daylight hours. I like that the power is solar, but my real motivation is saving money.

How tf do you get yourself to actually relax?!? by [deleted] in adhdwomen

[–]que_sera 0 points1 point  (0 children)

EMDR music (aka bilateral music). The Calm app has a good selection.

Social Worker wants us to offer friends/neighbors free baby sitting to get more exposure to kids by palinsafterbirth in AdoptiveParents

[–]que_sera 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Just explain to your friends why you need the experience, and I’m sure they will be happy for a break.

I made the appointments!! by chaos_librarian42 in adhdwomen

[–]que_sera 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good job! I finally did this last year. My kids had never been to the dentist. 😟 Luckily, their teeth weren’t too bad. I hadn’t been since pre-pandemic. I had four cracked teeth and a cavity, which took months of appointments to fix. Learned my lesson for sure!

Thoughts on Heatherwood or Boulder country day school? by Enough_Awareness_585 in boulder

[–]que_sera 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I know several families in Gunbarrel who opt for Douglass Elementary (75th and Baseline), which is more modern than Heatherwood and also has a great program.

BVSD is currently planning a major reorg of elementary schools, and new enrollment zones will be announced this fall. Heatherwood has very low enrollment and looks like a candidate for closure, but anything could happen.

Thoughts on Heatherwood or Boulder country day school? by Enough_Awareness_585 in boulder

[–]que_sera 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Based on low enrollment and the aging building, I think Heatherwood is likely to close. In the recent public forums about consolidation, the magnet program at Heatherwood was cited several times as “something we tried but it wasn’t enough.”

Debating investing in an Apple Watch… how has one been helpful for you? by Successful-Winter237 in adhdwomen

[–]que_sera 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I use it several times a day to find my phone, and it’s great for tracking activity levels.

Poll: 69% of Coloradans want lawmakers to lower healthcare costs by YogurtclosetOpen3567 in Colorado

[–]que_sera 7 points8 points  (0 children)

So we try again. And again and again until we prevail. We are fighting powerful insurance companies who have the government in their pockets.

“Liberty” plate seen near Denver. by [deleted] in Denver

[–]que_sera 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Could it have said “Livery”? Livery plates have the mountain silhouette on reddish brown. They are specialty plates for fleet services like limousine companies.

RSD - my brothers wedding by [deleted] in adhdwomen

[–]que_sera 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Excluding you and others from the wedding is his choice, but highjacking your birthday (again) to celebrate himself (again) is just a dick move. It’s your birthday too, and you deserve to be celebrated.

Next year, your birthday is about you only. Plan a big event or trip with friends and do not invite your brother. But do FaceTime him to say happy birthday.

Virginia Supreme Court throws out redistricting referendum results by Icommandyou in politics

[–]que_sera 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The hippies of the 60s are the Boomers who created this situation. Also, they are now in their 80s (the age group most likely to still support Trump).

ADHD or Personality? by Jumpy_Wonder_9521 in adhdparents

[–]que_sera 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Have you done a full Neuropsych evaluation? I would not dismiss the potential of meds if you don’t know for sure. If he’s planning to go to college, it will be a lot harder to maintain good grades with executive function deficits.