Moving on.

[julieljs]

As we move into September, moving closer to the anniversary of the car accident, lots of changes happening. Jack starts secondary school tomorrow, with 100% support. I'm feeling emotional and anxious about this massive step, and hope i have made the right decision with the school. I guess time will tell. Sophie moves into her last year at primary school, and have to go through all this again with her. Finding the right school for her needs, and whats best for her. I've got a feeling that September is going to be a very difficult month, if today is to go by.

[cat3]

Maybe it has to be a one-day-at-a-time situation for a little longer Julie.

You know that Jack has the capabilities, and he'll be with his friends, and it's what both he and you really want, so you made the best possible decision ; no question. Your fears are natural and understandable, but I bet you'll be pleasantly surprised when Jack begins taking it all in his stride. It's so typical that whilst we're worrying ourselves sick ; they're just getting on with stuff, leaving us speechless.

You've done everything possible (and more) for both Jack and Sophie so these should be more rewarding times for the three of you. But you're a proper mum, and proper mums worry however much they prepare don't they ??

And it's Florida next month ..............Oops sorry ; you'll be worrying about that too ! It'll be fantastic for them though (have you told them yet ?)

Keep us updated Julie. I love hearing about the progress Jack & Sophie are continuing to make. xx

[julieljs in reply to cat3]

Yes Florida is coming around very quickly. Also a worrying time, but they are going with a team of professionals, so probably looked after better than been at home. I will certainly keep you updated on how they are both doing xx

[Danslatete]

I was very anxious when my son went to high school too. He has aspergers and dyspraxia and was very immature for his age. The school were great. They spent time with me and his OT and paediatrician to work out the best transition and support to start the year. They put loads of support on board off the beginning of the year and take a step back as they begin to manage doing things, if there is a problem they step up the support again. He needed help at lunch time, he was embarrassed about using care fore cutlery and he can't cope with crowds, so they took him in for an early lunch. Now he is managing to go to town at lunch with his peers. He can't do that alone so the school makes sure he has someone to go with or he gets early lunch. They have supported him to be as Independant as possible, we sometimes come to blows as to what I think should be in place and what they feel would be beneficial to him but overall they have been brilliant and I can't thank them enough.

It is difficult when you children make this big move regardless of ability, although I understand the anxiety of trying to find the right place with good support.

I wish you both all the best. I hope you too will be pleasantly surprised.

[julieljs in reply to Danslatete]

Your school sounds very supportive and a great place. It just feels such a big step for him. We kept Jack at primary school for an extra year, which i know now was the right decision xx

[Ladyberd70]

I can totally relate Julie, My son is attempting to go back to his course tomorrow, 9 months on from his accident. He also has aspergers. I'm very anxious about how/if he will cope and to make matters worse it was just outside where the course is, that he was run over.

I hope all goes well for your children. Keep us updated x

[julieljs in reply to Ladyberd70]

Hope everything goes well for your son tomorrow. We will never stop worrying xx

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every mum feels exactly the same on the night before their child's first day at secondary school, I did with each of my three despite their not being any obvious difficulties. I am sure Jack will enjoy it, you have sorted the additional support he is likely to need. Keep smiling & take each day one at a time, as for sister, she will just follow her brother in time. thinking of you.

[vimto]

Hope they both like their new class and school , and second week goes well for jack

and sophie sending you all big hugs . . .

[julieljs]

Just a quick update. Jack has now had his first week at Secondary, and as usual he continues to surprise me and make me so proud. He loves his new school and is fitting in really well. He has made some new friends, and ive been told very popular with the girls, he will be telling them his frequently told jokes. Im just hoping he continues to make good progress and proves the professionals wrong in his abilities and his future, got my fingers crossed.

[MICH451 in reply to julieljs]

That's wonderfull news . When your children are happy i gives you contentment, I am so pleased. My boy is 10 and i engaged him into beavers, and he is now in cub's i did this so it would but good for him, As he does more thing's and loves the outdoor's.Like i use to.

[vimto]

Best news I ve herd today . Jack will always keep surprising and proving them wrong , along with Sophie they have both been doing just that for almost 2 years . Sending best wishes to you al ...

[MICH451]

I do hope all goes well for children and starting new schools i am glad you get the support, for your children and yes it is a difficult time anyway for starting school even for people without any problems i hear they get stressed. And you are so strong and brave, Hope all goes well.

[julieljs]

Jack and Sophie have made it safely to Florida, Love and miss them both so much . Have the time of yours life's, you both deserve it xx