I'm a Hopeful Parent...

The shock is still wearing off that Calan is special needs.

Special needs isn't temporary. It changes your life instantly.

Becoming a parent has been the best and the worst thing
 that has ever happend to me.

The unknown, the constant doctor visits, the heartache.

Getting a diagnosis can be easy for some parents or can turn into

a nightmare and go undiagnosed forever.
 We're not quite sure where we stand.

I've been a parent of a special needs child for two years.
 I  do look forward to the future.
 We can't predict what Calan's life will be like.
We can just support him.

My back is aching constantly.
  I'm taking 800 mg of ibuprofen just to dull it.

I carry 24lbs. of toddler around as dead weight.
It can really take a number on your body.

It's easy to feel sorry for our situation.
  I am learning to stay positive.

 I'm grateful that Calan can use his hands to pick

things up and is interested in playing with toys.

I'm constantly yearning for support.
  I'm not sure where to turn to.
 I need comfort from other parents with special needs
children to surround me.
I think I may have found a great resource.

It's called the Hopeful Parents Community.

So happy to have found this.