There are a lot of logistics to work out with two different preschool schedules, therapy appointments, and my husband's work schedule, but thankfully, we have family and friends that are willing to help. I will be out-of-state for ten days, which is a pretty big deal, when you're the primary caregiver, cook, and taxi driver.
I have completed the master calendar and am working on several pages of instructions, tips, and phone numbers for the variety of people who will be helping. I have stocked up on Emmett's favorite foods and the diaper supply is secure.
I didn't think much about Emmett's daily routine, until I started typing everything out. There are a lot of little details that are just everyday life for us. His medical needs are relatively minimal, so he doesn't require a nurse to take care of him, but he does have a somewhat limited diet and we have to thicken his drinks, so he doesn't aspirate. It isn't rocket science, but it is important for everyone else to know, especially since he is nonverbal and can't easily communicate. There are also the little things, like what to pack for school, when the boys have a snack, and where to find the band aids! I know that the world will not come to an end if Emmett doesn't wear green on St. Patrick's Day or if Corbin forgets to do his homework, but I just want everything to run as smoothly as possible.
This is the longest that I have ever been away and it will definitely be a challenge for everyone, but I know that my boys will be in good hands and that it will be totally worth it.
I may not have prepared the make ahead slow cooker meals that I had intended to, but my husband is an excellent cook, so I know that my family won't starve. I didn't even plan the boys' outfits for the week, but I'm pretty sure that they won't go to school naked! Will everything be exactly how I would have done it? Of course not, but as long as my boys are happy and safe, that's all that really matters.
Even though I know that I will miss my family, I must admit that I am looking forward to waking up to an alarm and not the sound of a screaming child. And being able to go to the bathroom without having an escort will be a luxury. However, what I am looking forward to the most is learning how I can help Emmett and many others, through the Anat Baniel Method. This is going to be an amazing adventure and I can't wait to share it with everyone.
I'm sure going to miss these little guys and their daddy too!
