eshaw Report post Posted February 18, 2009 Hi all - I have visiting your forum for a few weeks now, so I thought it was about time I joined & said hello. I am a mum of 2 boys aged 6 & 3 - my 6yr old was diagnosed with autism 2yrs ago. We live in Southern Ireland & despite being a member of the our local support - of late I have found I am not coping very well the trial&tribunes of life with a child on the spectrum I am so glad I have found somewhere that I can discuss these problems with people who will understand - looking forward to being a member. (oh & just love the smilies!) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NickyB Report post Posted February 18, 2009 Hi eshaw and welcome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pearl Report post Posted February 18, 2009 Hi & welcome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kathryn Report post Posted February 18, 2009 Hi Eshaw, Welcome to the forum. Make yourself at home. K x Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Natbasher Report post Posted February 18, 2009 (edited) Hi eshaw, looks like there's a few of us round here ! I did consider just a post full of these little headbanging smilies as a way of introducing myself, but then thought the better of it - I agree, the smilies are brilliant! Edited February 18, 2009 by Natbasher Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
josie h Report post Posted February 18, 2009 Hi Eshaw, I have found the forum uselful for support and advice. Hope you do as well. Josie Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joanne1 Report post Posted February 20, 2009 Hello and welcome, I am sure you will be glad you found this forum. Joanne Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clare63 Report post Posted February 20, 2009 Hiya Eshaw, Welcome, Welcome, Welcome Clare x x x Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
**Mia Report post Posted February 23, 2009 Hello Eshaw Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mauneen Report post Posted February 23, 2009 Hi all - I have visiting your forum for a few weeks now, so I thought it was about time I joined & said hello. I am a mum of 2 boys aged 6 & 3 - my 6yr old was diagnosed with autism 2yrs ago. We live in Southern Ireland & despite being a member of the our local support - of late I have found I am not coping very well the trial&tribunes of life with a child on the spectrum I am so glad I have found somewhere that I can discuss these problems with people who will understand - looking forward to being a member. (oh & just love the smilies!) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mauneen Report post Posted February 23, 2009 Hi! How are you? I am also from Ireland and I have Asperger's syndrome. I was sorry to hear that one of your boys was diagnosed with autism. I was also sorry to hear that you were finding it hard. What type of Autism does your son have? It is extremely tough at first especially for a parent of a child with autism and it can take time to come to terms with. I had a very lonely time myself growing up in my small village as my condition was unknown. My life changed completely when I went to the Dublin Business School of Arts for my degree and Higher Diploma. Since I was diagnosed, socially I came on a treat with the aid of a social group and a training facilitator. Whatever type of autism your son has, a training facilitator in the area is highly recommendable as she will be able to work with him on a one to one basis. Am looking forward to hearing from you soon? Mary Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
