"I for one have no intention of taking a bite out of a crap sandwich just because DoD tells me it tastes good." <--- THIS. I think this sums up the whole post nicely, and how so many of us feel, especially right now.
And let's not forget about the people who crop or clone watermarks so they're no longer visible too. Because yes, people DO take the time to do that so that no credit is given to the original person even when they watermark an image unless you do it in an obvious way where it can't be cropped or cloned.
I really feel for this writer. I could have written this myself. I didn't, but I could have, and I have come across far too many friends and acquaintances along the years who have had similar upbringings.
Hmmm....maybe that's why my shirts get stains between my boobs.
Maybe in a sarcastic way, but I wouldn't really mean it.
I love you, and I'd like to feel sorry for you, but I've had enough noticeable gray to dye my hair since 8th grade, so I'll just pat your head.
You are definitely more than enough. You can do this, and you have a lot of people to help you along the way when you need it.
What Bec said. She's really smart and you should listen to her. My sons make eye contact, seek our approval and cuddle. The older one sleeps through the night, and always has. I wish the younger one did. LORD do I wish the younger one did. I know the limbo is hard, but I am really glad that your son is getting supports he needs without a formal diagnosis, but rather by the symptoms. Even if he had a formal diagnosis, a good program would be set up based on his needs and not by a label anyway, right? Besies, I think we can give out honorary memberships, can't we, Jill?
Me either. Nice ear worm, Jill. Also, I had just gotten her stupid song out of my head. I swear every store I go to, and they aren't many, have her music playing.
Exactly. If we aren't making changes in our immediate communities, then what good are we really doing? I too am always happy to share with parents and professionals alike in my local community about what resources are still active, which ones are not, and which ones appear helpful on paper, but really aren't when you contact them. If that information helps one other family, then it's doing some good at least.
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