Special Olympics...
Mr. Corey didn't think much of his 1st Special Olympics...and winning a silver medal in the race he participated in didn't seem to help. As you can see he didn't even bother to stand up for his medal. Corey has won many medals over the years...in track, bowling, ice skating, and roller skating.I got a call from Corey's care provider this morning she said that he had been kicked out of school for the day. It's the 2nd Monday in a row and I swear I am so frustrated with the school and the whole situation if you want to know the truth. But then she said "they just want to make sure he is out for Special Olympics." Excuse me? So I called his teacher and she admitted they are short handed and she doesn't think Corey can "handle" Special Olympics this year. He has been participating since he was 3 years old. And he is going to participate tomorrow. I have agreed to be one of the volunteer parents for the events. Who knows maybe he will medal :) When I listened to his teacher all I could hear was apathy. And it's the apathy that spurred me into volunteering and making sure Corey is allowed to go. If I took that attitude 12 years ago Corey wouldn't have learned to do any of the things he has. If I took that attitude he wouldn't have all of the medals he has won over the years. He wouldn't have the pool of buddies who request him by name because of good experiences in the past. I will not deny this year has been difficult I am the one wearing the boot to prove it. But throwing up my hands and not trying anymore isn't an option.
Labels: corey, parenting, pics, special olympics
posted by Cat at
11:11 PM
11 Comments:
You're a damn good mom Cat, and you have the right attitude to prove it! It's sad that the teachers that are suppose to be helping just give up. I hope Corey has fun tommorrow.
You're an awesome mother!!!!
I read this post and was brought back to all the issues that I faced with my boy.
The apathy I received from many people at church. Which is the reason I find every viable option to not attend anymore. I tried to fake an aneurysm the other day but thought it would be a tad too much.
I hope he takes home a few medals tomorrow. I love that picture. He's so damn cute!!!!
You got to fight for your kids sometimes. Kudos to you.
I want to be you when i grow up. I hope you both have a awesome time tomorrow. And cripes, if the teacher is shorthanded why isn't she calling around for volunteers? Apathy is very maddening.
That pic is so darn cute!
If I haven't said it enough yet, then let me say it once again, you are a very special person yourself sweet Cat. If the world were full of people with half your heart, it would be a much better place. :)
Yeah - what Dodger and Serenity said.
Enjoy the day tomorrow.
Be proud of yourself for what you did and of Corey ... just because.
Well done you, especially in your current condition. But I see through your brave face dearie and I know how much it hurts.
I wish I could send you a cane to aid with the walking [or to beat the crap out of Mrs. Apathy]
I'll be thinking of you and yours
WHAT? Didn't they do this same shit last year and it ended up with you taking a 3-hour-lunch, taking Corey yourself and running in cork wedges?
You'd think they'd learned better by now!
It's amazing to me (and I can't even really explain why) the lengths a parent has to go to to advocate for their child in a system where it should be obviously granted.
Or perhaps I'm naive.
You've always come across to me as a wonderful mother, and this, of course, affirms that thought.
Fusion-thank you :)
Oblivion-you sound like me I avoid church for almost the same reason. Isn't it sad that we have so many ready to throw up their hands when it's you? Of course if it were their child I think the reaction would be different.
FL-when Corey was 1st diagnosed the doctor told me my biggest role would be that of advocate. No truer words have been spoken let me tell ya...
Serenity-bottom line she is moving to the middle school next year and out of the autistic classroom. She is just trying to finish the school year with as little work as possible. When we got there Corey's class was the only one without a tent or chairs they sat in the bleachers. It was obvious she had no intention in really participating...
Art, Tom, and George-thanks guys, I swear why aren't there more guys like you in Charlotte???
Mcewen-you read between the lines I see :) Yes I was worried about doing something so physical with Corey especially with the boot but it turned out ok (thank goodness). I did have to sit on my hands a couple of times to keep from beating the crap out of Ms. Apathy though...
marguaritte-yep same teacher same shit...I am so ready to move Corey but you already know that. And instead of wedges this year I had the boot, lol. But Corey was much calmer I am afraid to say it for fear I will jinx it but maybe the new meds are helping? maybe????
fadkog-I am always amazed at how much work it is. It's like an ongoing battle. And I find myself constantly reminding them it isn't about them or me it is about Corey his education. When this school year is over he will still be autistic this will still be his life. But it is a constant never ending battle. I didn't ask for this role but I will play it...
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