We have a child with intellectual disabilities, and we will have to parent and make tough decisions together until we die (or God forbid, she goes first). I knew that making decisions together would be nearly impossible if I couldn't find a way to communicate WITH him. Otherwise, I truly doubt I would have done so.
He's way more compassionate than he used to be. Time has a way of mellowing even the hardest of hearts. I'm proof of that.
Have a wonderful trip!
Betsey
"There are only 2 ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle."