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Teeter Totter ~ Finding a Balance Between Me-Hood and Motherhood
Gender: female Date of Birth: January 01, 1973 Member Since: September 11, 2007 Last Signed In: November 20, 2009 Blog Views: 14722 Send To A Friend Sign Guestbook Add as a Friend
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For a Reason
I’m not a religious person. I do however have a firm belief that everything happens for a reason. I’m not really sure how the two go together (or if they even do.) This all started for me with the series of coincidences that brought me my son. A fight with a boyfriend… my (now husband) overhearing and asking me out that night… a friendship that evolved… birth control that failed… Well, we all know where that road leads. My son was a surprise gift and one I didn’t know I wanted till I found out I was pregnant. I firmly believe he was meant to be mine. I was destined to be his mother, to fight for him and help him grow, just as he was destined to be my son and help me grow as well. Now here I am, with a wonderful family and a good life. I missed out on a lot of things having my son at the tender age of 21; college was just one of them. I never felt going back was very important to me, till my head kept hitting the ceiling of the corporate world and my restless nature would lead me from “job” to “job.” I decided three years ago that I would take a junior college class (just for fun) in American Sign Language. I’d never been a very good student, but had always wanted to learn ASL. After the success and thrill of that class, I kept exploring and learning, taking only a few at a time while both enjoying the process and wondering where this new road would take me. I managed to do very well in all my classes and now find myself halfway to an AA degree. I’ve been pondering lately about my own personal future and where I’d like to see myself professionally. One thing keeps popping into my head over and over; Autism. I’ve always been a huge advocate for my son and consumed any bit of information I could get my hands on relating to the field. I also personally find it very fascinating and can easily see myself doing research for the benefit of children on the spectrum. For now, I’m happy taking my 2-3 classes each semester, writing and teaching art to children. I do however believe that I was plunged into the world of Autism for a reason and am now peaking down that foggy road to see where it will take me. 5 comments from 4 users
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posted by
LoriA
on Apr 3, 2009 at 04:00 PM
Isn't it amazing how our children so often illuminate our true path?My little dude has opened my eyes to the importance of community and cherishing our planet, both paths of passion that I intend to pursue, personally and professionally. Have a fab weekend! posted by
creatress
on Apr 3, 2009 at 04:27 PM
Thanks for the comments Lori. I agree. It's amazing what in influence they can have on us! posted by
hmoeckli
on Apr 3, 2009 at 08:29 PM
My daughter was also a surprise...and exactly what I needed. Now, I cannot imagine life without her (what exactly did I do with all that spare time and money!?!) I was headed down a pretty destructive path after my parents' divorce, surely headed toward ruining my own relationship. Getting pregnant was the scariest, but best thing, that could have happened. It woke me up, grew me up, and reminded me of how lucky I really am.I am so happy that you are able to explore your interests now and see where your path leads you. :) posted by
AmandaS
on Apr 3, 2009 at 10:08 PM
What a great path of discovery. Your growth and strength is an inspiration to me and I am sure to man-cub as well!
posted by
creatress
on Apr 4, 2009 at 08:36 AM
Thanks so much Amanda and Hmoeckli for the kind words. I know just what you mean Hmoeckli about heading down the wrong path, till you became a mother. I have a hard time picturing you as anything but the wonderful teacher, mother, wife, daughter that I know. Thank you Amanda. I do enjoy us being students together and feel I can much better relate (even though we all know just how different college is to high school.) I like the nights when we do our homework together.
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