Just to let you know where we are at :)

October 4, 2001

Just a quick Hi, Shane is doing well, in mainstream 2nd grade with an

aide. And ONCE again, we are trying Round 4 Infringement test (why? I'm

a glutton for punishment I have decided) For you newbies, my son does

WONDERFULLY on the diet, he is focused, attentive, " with us " ...BUT

biggest problem, HE IS OFTEN depressed. Something a 7 year old should

not be. We went to open house last week, and on his " all about me " page,

under " Things I love " he drew Pizza, Oreos, and Yogurt. It was very

sad. (And yes, we have made ALL of the mock ones, doesn't cut it) I

can't say he wants them for the high...It's definitely the taste he is

missing. (He does not gorge himself like he used to) NOTICEABLE changes

since Infringements- He is maniacally laughing once again

(uncontrollable crazy laughter), he has become slightly more aggressive,

but controllable. He has become whiny, BUT he is very happy once again.

(I'm sure it's that high as a kite happiness) We are giving him enzymes

with his infringements (Pepcid x 2 daily, and CoQ10), and we are going

to keep the testing going a little longer. I am praying his body gets

used to the food once again...BUT as the other times, my hopes are

diminished, and I assume he will be 100% GFCF once again. Atleast he had

a little bit of happiness. I just can't decided whether it's better to

have him functioning NT, or happy. I guess there is a happy medium, and

if you saw what I have been baking GFCF pretzels, cookies (including

Oreos) Rice pasta, Pizza with soy cheese...SO frustrating. BUT thought

I'd give you an update, he is still verbal, and doing great in all of

his academics..I'll keep you posted- Shari who truly believes the diet

is helpful, but wishes it wasn't neccesary

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