tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1015001070408415901.post1115451734763751715..comments2023-10-11T04:47:36.523-07:00Comments on Gravity Check: 8th grade graduation: what's the big deal?Renahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15911608453762091207noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1015001070408415901.post-71287917705111678012010-06-03T19:50:51.417-07:002010-06-03T19:50:51.417-07:00It is definitely as much an accomplishment for you...It is definitely as much an accomplishment for you as for her. You deserve to celebrate that you supported her to get this far. Congratulations, Super Mom. And congratulations to her for being patient, resilient, brave,and all the other things she's had to do to get here, despite the challenges.<br /><br />And Congratulations to Rick for his big piece in your family's success. Hugs all around!Dianehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02112211502158198861noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1015001070408415901.post-70108634355957792312010-06-03T12:10:44.361-07:002010-06-03T12:10:44.361-07:00I completely and totally understand your quandary....I completely and totally understand your quandary. Our middle daughter is supposed to graduate high school next year. She has a severe social anxiety disorder and a severe general anxiety disorder. And her panic attacks are something to behold. However, after talking with her teacher that she's had for the last 3 years, my husband and I have opted for her not to walk and attend the graduation ceremony. It's not because we don't want to see her take part in the ceremony, but that we know her limitations. Developmentally, she's at about a 1st grade level, and it's just too much for her.<br /><br />That being said, if Teen Queen isn't showing major signs of stress or panic over the entire thing, I would definitely try to get her to do this. It will be good practice for her, and when she graduates from high school you can remind her how well things went for her 8th grade graduation. <br /><br />I think it's awesome you're having a party for her and that she has a friend that will be helping her to the stage. I'm betting having her friend right there with her will help tremendously.<br /><br />I hope it all goes smoothly for you and it is good for both of you! :::hugs:::Confessions of a Closet Hoarder but you can call me Judyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09618687581973592183noreply@blogger.com