I always knew there was something different about Hayden. I was not a first time mom so I knew that things were just not right. She did not sleep, she would not keep clothes on, she acted different then other kids. I didn't know what to do or where to go. Then when she was 4 we had her tested. They told us it was ADHD and ODD. Well, they were wrong. I felt they were wrong. So I took her to get a second opinion. I am so glad I did. We took her to the University of Virginia to the Kluge Center. They are wonderful there. She does have ADHD but they also told me that she has Asperger's. I knew it! We had been treating her for that anyways so not a lot change just because of the diagnosis. She is doing wonderful. She is mainstreamed into a regular classroom with her aide. She is so smart. She makes me laugh. I always say she thinks outside the box where the rest of us think inside it. I can look through her eyes to see a totally different side of everything. I love my life with Hayden. It has been the hardest thing I have ever done but the most enjoyable. I could not image not having her just the way she is. Are there days I get frustrated? Yes, Most days but then she walks up to me and tells me she loves me and that I am the best mommy ever and that makes it all worth it. I have learn that I have to be more patient and understanding to her and the world. When I see another mother having problems with her kids, I don't judge her. Hayden is Amazing !

Christine
ringgold, VA