I think my time here is nearly over

[KatyMac]

My brief foray in to 'Special Needs' is approaching it's end. DD is dramatically better (& acting dramatically) - still not admitting anything.

It's been an education and I hope I will use what I have learnt to the benefit of the children I work with.

I also hope I will be allowed in 'even though' I don't belong any more.

This is why I think 'Additional Needs' is so much better than 'Special Needs' because it deals with temporary situations.

After 5 months of being a SN mum you all have my support and admiration for doing this all the bloody time the bureaucracy is unbelievable, unnecessary, depressing & soul destroying.

A very heartfelt THANK YOU to you all - I would never have lasted without you

KatyMac, it's been a pleasure to chat with you on this board. Whether or not your DD's condition was physical, psychological, or both, you did the best you could with the information you had. Don't overthink this - promise me?

Keep chatting

So glad DD is better and hope you never have to go through such trauma again. Its been a real roller coaster for you and we've all had baited breath waiting for the next installment. Who needs emmerdale.

I have lurked on your posts and followed your story ... so glad your DD is on the mend!

I don't even belong here at all, but Katy - I'm so glad to read that your DD is so much better. I have been following but rather devoid of any useful words.

I'm glad it's all over for you and your daughter, Katy. I'm also glad you found the support and help when you really needed it.

So glad for you, I can't find the words.

Thanks everyone

All we need now is an acceptance that she can see - which can't be far off tbh

Lougle I don't dwell, I do move on;tbh I have had so much crap/disappointment I have had to. Otherwise I would be stagnating somewhere between 1988 and now - whether it is health to close doors like that I don't know

Glad things are better for you all now - enjoy the summer and come on here anytime!

All the best to you and dd. Maybe see you around on other threads ( I do sometimes wander to the other boards when I'm feeling brave lol).

Fantastic news that your dd is on the mend.

Katymac whatever happens you have experiences to share which could help other parents. The fact that your DD's sight has come back doesn't make those experiences less valid.

You're living the dream so enjoy it but don't forget to come back and share how you're getting on.

I am really glad to hear that things are getting beter for you. I didnt post on your threads but I did follow them.

Its been rough for you. I wish you all the best.

Katymac, I followed your threads too and I am so glad that your dd is recovering.

oh please don't disappear out of here.
will be nice to still see you arround.
but glad to hear your dd is doing well

That is great news, I hope it keeps going well for her and you.

I'll miss you if or when you leave KatyMac but I will always remember you and your amazing DD and thank you especially for the post in which you shared her school report.

You have so much to be proud of. Your daughter is lucky indeed.

Best wishes

MDS x

that's fab Katy - so pleased for you both. haven't seen any recent threads, but hopefully she's found a way to process whatever it was.

the summer holidays are probably what you both need x

Thanks everyone - I will visit

Remembering a previous thread I will sympathise/comment; but I will be careful not to comment/advise when I really don't understand what people are going through

We aren't out of the woods yet & I think the summer holidays will be hard but we will get through them (somehow)