When Super D graduated from the Britain Center, I made a promise to the ladies there. I promised them I would take advantage of the various respite nights around the city. I’ll admit, I did not want to follow through. I was not comfortable leaving him with a bunch of strangers. I figured I would take him once and then I had kept my promise.
I knew we needed some time away. Just a few weeks before, Darlene and I admitted to each other we were falling apart. It was not a go our separate ways falling apart. We just fought as much as we talked. I was stressed and very irritable. For some reason she does not like me that way. Go figure.
To make this easier, we chose the church where his former teacher attends. She said she would be his buddy for the night. Even knowing she was watching him did not ease my nerves.
Once I got over my nervousness, I was able to realize why the ladies at the Britain Center had been so insistent we take advantage of some respite. We left the baby with some friends and took the older boys out. We were able to relax and focus on Josh and Aaron. That is something which does not happen as often as it should.
It was great for Super D also. He was able to run and play in a setting tailored to children with special needs. He even made a friend he played with throughout the three hours he was there. That in itself is worth a fortune, as he normally does not play with others.
If you have the chance to take advantage of a local respite night, I would encourage you to do so. If your church is looking for a way to reach the world around you, a respite night could be the answer.
Carry each others burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ – Galatians 6:2
Life With Super D! 