Comments on: Single Parents of Disabled Children: Some Inspirations Today

By: Rhonda Ambeault

Rhonda Ambeault — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 17:52:56 +0000

Married or single the challenges we face raising an autistic child can be draining. Dorothy Fields, whose song Pick Yourself Up, from the 1936 movie Swing Time may help:
Nothing’s impossible I have found,
For when my chin is on the ground,
I pick myself up,
Dust myself off,
Start all over again.
Don’t lose your confidence if you slip,
Be grateful for a pleasant trip,
And pick yourself up,
Dust yourself off,
Start all over again.
Work like a soul inspired,
Till the battle of the day is won …
I am a mother of a 26 year old son with autism. For three years he has had a wonderful day program working at a horse and beef cattle farm. Matthew has found his place in society.

By: Estee

Estee — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 00:36:53 +0000

I will read your blog. I am totally new to this aspect of life, so as I did with autism, I am researching single parenthood, disability and stigma. Of course, I think that single moms or dads of disabled children have more barriers because of an abelist society to begin with. I’ve been pretty much alone in this in my own community save for a few good friends. People don’t know what to say or do right at the time you need support the most. So I should thank YOU for your support.

By: irish2

irish2 — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 23:38:21 +0000

Thank you Estee for your inspiration for Single Parents with children of special needs. I am not officially divorced, but I have been separated for awhile now. I have two boys, one of which has Autism. It’s been quite a ride and it will be for a long time to come. Thanks for the support. I am so glad to know there are individuals out there like you. I am not one for pushing a cure, never have. I am all for acceptance. I have a two blogs:

irish2-onedayatatime.blog.spot.com (Autism Blog)
singlemomjungle.blogspot.com (This one is geared to single moms of children with special needs., Just started it)

My Best Regards, Karen