tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.comments2019-04-22T22:10:26.091-07:00Miso Manic MomBad Mommahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14416108087753867957noreply@blogger.comBlogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-66480671378702696162016-01-04T17:28:06.878-08:002016-01-04T17:28:06.878-08:00Sounds like you have a workable, new normal. It...Sounds like you have a workable, new normal. It's good that things have settled with Colin. I hope 2016 just keeps getting better for you all.TL Robertshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07832158124793976731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-53685168999344722015-03-05T19:30:30.388-08:002015-03-05T19:30:30.388-08:00Having followed along on this journey, and remembe...Having followed along on this journey, and remembering how chaotic and difficult things were for all of you for a while, I am so happy to read each new update reporting improvements all around. I'm so glad Colin is doing so well, and I admire your ability to keep your cool even when it must be such a challenge. At his age, with all he's been through, I know it's especially important to reassure Colin that he is loved, even if his behaviors aren't always likable.terrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12510457113017189354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-12417113797070299322015-02-08T02:08:46.410-08:002015-02-08T02:08:46.410-08:00My daughter, who is 20 and has suffered with Misop...My daughter, who is 20 and has suffered with Misophonia since the age of 8 has been reading your blog with me. Your struggle and Colin's has really moved us. <br />I am also an Emergency Physician with 28 years of experience and I am very concerned about the behaviors you are describing where your son repeats his 'hate messages', especially in a quiet or sing-song voice, through the dog, and that he does it only with you and your husband and doesn't allow it to be public. This does not seem to have any relation to misophonia triggers, but could indicate another condition. I strongly recommend, for you and for your son's safety and well-being, that you talk with his doctor and/or a Behavioral Health Professional about these behaviors. Marnihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00960253781768450988noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-63391176198316034152015-02-07T05:21:24.385-08:002015-02-07T05:21:24.385-08:00I'm so very sorry for the loss of your friends...I'm so very sorry for the loss of your friends' son. It seems suicide is a story we hear way too often these days and I have to wonder what we can do for these kids who see no other way to relieve their pain. terrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12510457113017189354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-83745055882342411252015-01-08T18:27:48.548-08:002015-01-08T18:27:48.548-08:00Hi, I am a 13 year old suffer of Misophonia. I mos...Hi, I am a 13 year old suffer of Misophonia. I mostly just wanted to let you know that whenever your son says hurtful things to you, he doesn't mean it. I should know. I have screamed at my family on several occasions and not meant any of it. Because at that moment, they weren't my family. They were the things causing the triggers, and the torture. An hour or so after the trigger is gone, I apologize because I know it's not their fault. Or mine. It's easy for your son to hate you and the rest of your family in the midst of a trigger, but once it's gone I guarantee you he does not hate you. You probably know all of this, but I felt like it was my responsibility to tell you just in case, because my parents clearly do not know this. It is a million times worse for your son than anyone else in the family, I can guarantee you that. Make sure your other kids know this. <br />Ugh. I hate Misophonia so much. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01814740097990021737noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-23226144263454572942014-07-17T12:28:12.479-07:002014-07-17T12:28:12.479-07:00Glad to find your new blog address. I'm back ...Glad to find your new blog address. I'm back at it too. Enjoy your family and I look forward to reading more ...Kimberly McKayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12221063798391890358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-22541418199962017502014-07-15T19:25:55.930-07:002014-07-15T19:25:55.930-07:00Thanks, Terri. I've had to learn to live in th...Thanks, Terri. I've had to learn to live in the moment. I've also learned to be grateful for small victories and to practice mindfulness. I appreciate you keeping up and cheering me on. Bad Mommahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14416108087753867957noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-89169853142884840432014-07-15T12:38:54.753-07:002014-07-15T12:38:54.753-07:00You are doing an impressive job of simply taking e...You are doing an impressive job of simply taking each moment as it comes. I have to think that your ability to continue doing this is improving your situation day by day.terrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12510457113017189354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-52497831745898283942014-06-26T05:30:52.959-07:002014-06-26T05:30:52.959-07:00I agree! I actually am trying to do this daily! :)...I agree! I actually am trying to do this daily! :)<br />Bad Mommahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14416108087753867957noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-13599077880516123742014-06-26T05:18:45.060-07:002014-06-26T05:18:45.060-07:00When coping with lots of things on daily basis it&...When coping with lots of things on daily basis it's really easy to forget that we also need some peaceful time to gather energy needed for our body and soul. Make it happen more than just this week ;)<br />Sounds Of Shutterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03041251064772981520noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-79651272016820839552014-06-17T05:42:11.939-07:002014-06-17T05:42:11.939-07:00It's been very pleasing to read your later pos...It's been very pleasing to read your later posts because the progress is evident. I salute you for being understandable a capable to go through all this with a proper attitude. Looking forward to hear more as time passes by :)Sounds Of Shutterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03041251064772981520noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-15629471016837846012014-06-15T06:38:50.877-07:002014-06-15T06:38:50.877-07:00SO happy for you! I pray that the transition conti...SO happy for you! I pray that the transition continues to grow easier and you can return to some sense of normalcy.terrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12510457113017189354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-81220934581866309072014-06-08T06:49:46.804-07:002014-06-08T06:49:46.804-07:00This is SO encouraging! A good first step, for cer...This is SO encouraging! A good first step, for certain. Quite honestly, from reading all of your previous updates, I couldn't imagine Colin being ready at this point to accept coming back home. And here all this time, he was clearly processing the knowledge of when it would happen and preparing himself to go back and cope with his situation. I pray that he continues to "train his brain" to cope with the things that have become such a challenge for him, and that your family can resume some sense of normalcy as soon as possible. <br /><br />Colin is so lucky to have you as his mom. You have maintained a sense of hope and commitment to your child while you've experienced lows such as I could never imagine. Someday, hopefully soon, he'll recognize your strength and love. And I hope then that your days will be less about enduring dark moments and more focused on progress and a bright future.terrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12510457113017189354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-86063807902535836072014-04-17T16:42:06.865-07:002014-04-17T16:42:06.865-07:00So glad to hear that Colin is closer to coming hom...So glad to hear that Colin is closer to coming home. Good luck with all the preparations!terrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12510457113017189354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-73493880787073540512014-03-27T17:45:15.258-07:002014-03-27T17:45:15.258-07:00Thanks for the recommendation. I feel like I'm...Thanks for the recommendation. I feel like I'm constantly trying to hang on to positivity. I surround myself with positive messages and try to remember to practice healthy habits, but it often seems like it will never be effortless. I want to read this book!terrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12510457113017189354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-54150711247501838792013-12-31T13:54:18.049-08:002013-12-31T13:54:18.049-08:00Thanks, Terri. You have no idea how much your pray...Thanks, Terri. You have no idea how much your prayers mean to me. I feel so lucky to have the support system that I do. Thanks for your kind words! :)<br />Bad Mommahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14416108087753867957noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-59887498294567872092013-12-31T09:24:42.089-08:002013-12-31T09:24:42.089-08:00I wish I had something to offer you in the way of ...I wish I had something to offer you in the way of help. My prayers are still with you all. I can see how tremendously painful and difficult this is for you, yet you remain strong, with your son's best interests at heart. Be proud of yourself. Every word you write here and the example you set will help others trying to navigate these same dark waters. Hugs to you!terrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12510457113017189354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-43287542063587772012013-10-29T19:25:58.046-07:002013-10-29T19:25:58.046-07:00Thanks, Terri. I feel your presence and appreciate...Thanks, Terri. I feel your presence and appreciate your support and prayers! Bad Mommahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14416108087753867957noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-27185405520565086942013-10-29T18:10:34.970-07:002013-10-29T18:10:34.970-07:00I am following your progress faithfully and readin...I am following your progress faithfully and reading every word. I don't always know what to say or have something helpful to add and so don't always leave a comment. But I just wanted to let you know you continue to be in my prayers.terrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12510457113017189354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-41622630940690189212013-10-29T03:29:20.021-07:002013-10-29T03:29:20.021-07:00Thanks for the insight. Your experience gives me h...Thanks for the insight. Your experience gives me hope for the future!Bad Mommahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14416108087753867957noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-39345693307659326992013-10-29T02:22:15.040-07:002013-10-29T02:22:15.040-07:00Love the video games online with brothers element....Love the video games online with brothers element. Though questionable for kids that don't have his special needs, do you think MMORPG's might be a way for him to get some confidence (where the guilds go on raids or whatever it is that guilds do)? And could that open up some communication lines either with his family back home or other kids he may have a lot in common with? <br /><br />Glad the transition is going as well as can be expected. When I immigrated overseas, it helped me mentally to have a timeline of how long I would give it a try (in that case, 3 years). <br /><br />I was sent to live with my aunt and uncle (1.5 hours away in Colorado) at age 15 and THRIVED. It was such a blessing. I made friends, did well in school, behaved, had fun. After a year, and to my surprise because it was working well, I was returned to my parents and it did not go well. I might have quit school and run away or something, but I just did extra work and made the school let me graduate at age 16. It was pretty young for a troubled girl to go to college at 17 but that was the best solution at the time when I just couldn't get happy at my parent's house. <br /><br />Misos really like to have control of our environment and not knowing what's next scares me. Even if you perhaps set landmark of "we'll revisit things at X date and look for X measurables", it might help him manage his expectations. Hang in there lady. You are so amazing! :) Kittyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03344538426344218768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-15962150520609073812013-10-17T03:33:47.649-07:002013-10-17T03:33:47.649-07:00Me too!
Me too!<br />Bad Mommahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14416108087753867957noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-38479970899575020232013-10-16T18:31:19.281-07:002013-10-16T18:31:19.281-07:00Oh, my heart breaks for you. I'm praying that ...Oh, my heart breaks for you. I'm praying that this is the start of real progress and that your boy can come back home to you again soon and that you can resume some semblance of normal again.terrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12510457113017189354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-83332473816413796362013-10-15T13:23:41.594-07:002013-10-15T13:23:41.594-07:00Yes, you need courage and optimism. Your son is lu...Yes, you need courage and optimism. Your son is lucky to have understanding parents who are doing their best for him. Thank-you so much for sharing your story. It can only help make life better for our kids and families. Our struggle with misophonia is so strange. Hearing about it first-hand will help raise awareness and understanding.Mariahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04328827653854821789noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339719079180157677.post-71647965488447760002013-10-14T04:40:21.921-07:002013-10-14T04:40:21.921-07:00Thanks! :)Thanks! :)Bad Mommahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14416108087753867957noreply@blogger.com