Intro here from D. C. area mom

June 18, 2009

I have an 8 year old asperger's boy that just finished 2nd grade. I have 3

other nt kids. I am probably pre-menopausal, but have always been an outspoken

type. I'm at that " age " but maybe I'm just tired of taking too much shit? Kwim?

Now, my hormones are a rollercoaster ride and I find I'm even more outspoken and

have less patience. What a combo, huh?

Me and my dh have always thought that our ds was different. I thought ds took

after me, and was strong-willed. When he started having blow-ups and sensory

issues, I knew there would be a diagnosis somewhere soon. Anyone else suspect

about family members that don't have a diagnosis????

We're new to this area and like it so far. I got a bike out of storage and have

started to use it. It's amazing how it can really de-stress me when I'm too

wound -up. Still, there are days when that's not enough and I just don't know

how to help myself get through another day. Am I the only one that feels that

way? Some days I know I can't remember the last time I had the time to take a

shower and that I've been wearing a ballcap too long and will have to eventually

wash my hair. I am an avid baker. I can outbake Betty Crocker anyday.

I bake alot of chocolate cakes, cupcakes, brownies and sometimes just eat the

frosting outa the pot--it never survives the wait for the cupcakes.

I am wondering if there are any women in the area that would like to get

together for social events? Just us. No husband's or kids. Sometimes wine will

be necessary, other times maybe a bike ride or a trip to my house to indulge in

my cupcakes (I'm very metro accessible.) Anyways, I know there are groups out

there but I haven't really seen one that focuses on the mom's and our

social/emotional needs. If it exists, let me know, otherwise, I'm game to start

something!

My wine glass needs another refill. Cheers, Ladies.

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