The only words that I can use to describe myself right now are:
Sad
Heartbroken
Worried
Confused
My daughter is having a hard time in school. Her grades are not good.
And she does.not.care.
However, I care! A lot.
I don't want her to fail. She can't fail. I have talked to a teacher and she says that she doesn't pay attention. I know that.
Last year Chelsea was on meds for this. They seemed to help somewhat. SO back to that we go. I didn't want to. But I will.
I want to help her anyway that I can, so "ME" time in the evenings will be gone. But that is ok. We have lots to do.
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Many thoughts, prayers and blessings are coming your way from the Pacific Northwest ~ With the love you have for your daughter, you both will find your way ~ Be strong my friend ~ There are many who love you and yours and are rooting for you ~
Amy-
I'm sorry to hear this. It's so hard to care more than they do. I understand your not wanting to use meds, but if it helps, for a bit, well, nobody can really tell you what to do for your kids. I'll be praying for you both as you work through this.
I went through the same thing with my older son. We did the meds starting in 2nd grade. I didn't like having him on meds and took him off. He did okay for a while. I put him back on - the dose went way up and now it's way down. He's a sophomore in h.s. now and is doing well.
It takes lots and lots of love and patience. The emotions that go along with it suck but you'll both get through it!
I am dealing with the exact same thing! In fact, I just was emailed today by the counselor at school that all of my son's teachers would like a conference with his father and I so that's what we get to do Wednesday. Feel free to email me if you want to vent, I could use it LOL
Awe, big hug from me. I know this is sortof a helpless feeling. On the one hand you want to be cool about it and hope it goes away, on the other hand you want to grab her by the ear and say PAY ATTENTION.
Maybe if you describe how much work summer school, tutoring, and Kumon is? then she will decide to pay attention on her own?
Sometimes being a mom is SO VERY HARD! I hope things work out with Chelsea...that is such a hard age to work through. It gets better though...I promise!
I am so sorry to hear that she is having trouble, hopefully this is just a phase that will soon pass.
You are a fantastic mom.
It's going to be a good week for you. I claim it NOW!
Sorry to hear baout your struggles. How does your daughter feel about going back on the meds?
Oh boy! The tough age... You are doing the right thing! Just keep talking with the teacher and working with your daughter. Don't give up! This is when Mom is needed most (I wish my Mom had helped me more...but she didn't really care). I am sending you both lot's of good energy (I did on Sunday, too). Hang in there...thank goodenss for a break in a few weeks!
It's so hard when our kids hit a difficult patch. I wish you well in digging her out.
I am so sorry. That is a hard situation to deal with. Hopefully you can help her work things out and get her back on track.
It sounds like a tough situation. Good luck with getting her back on track.
Bless your heart. A mother will do whatever she can, that's for sure. Be blessed in your endeavors, I'm sure it'll get better. My prayers are with you :)
How'd I miss this?
I'm in a VERY similar boat with Essie... it's just... HARD. And there aren't perfect answers.
But there are friends... with cyber hugs... and lots of thoughts... and shoulders to cry on and ears to listen....
Sending you positive thoughts.
I used to be a teacher... and I found that with my students who were less than interested in learning/following through on schoolwork... the key was to focus on something that interests them. Find something in each project/assignment that they can relate to and/or enjoy and use that as the motivation to finish said work.
Positive reinforcement works well too... as do rewards for self discipline/consistency and completion.
I will be thinking of you guys and hope there is a breakthrough for you... kids go through tough times sometimes.
♥
I'll be thinking of you. I wish all the best as you work through this!
Oh, I'm so sorry about your daughter. I bet she really does care, but acts like she doesn't because she doesn't know how to fix things.
Your help will be priceless to her, whether she realizes it or not.
I'm sorry you have to put her back on medicine, but look at it this way, it's worth it if it helps her self-esteem with school work and helps her focus.
Good luck.
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