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Haircut!

What notable things happened today?

For the past 36 hours I have been searching for my glasses and working with a spare one.

That said my young man had his haircut today. Haircut days are PTSD for our family! He is good now but those old memories do not go away. My husband did try to postpone it again but I put my foot down and had it done. He is still antsy but the person cutting his hair can make that happen. We use scissors and a machine. So definitely this activity takes over anything and everything in the household and makes it notable.

How did I go through it?

Of course my favorite coffee from Einstein Bagel Brothers!

It is a very strong dose of caffeine and I deserve it!

Off to my regularly not so special scheduled activities.

Have a good day all!

Footnote:

A lot of autistic kids have sensory issues. Haircut is hard for them and can take a while to desensitize that activity! By the time the kids are desensitized the parents have PTSD over it! Praying God to give strength to all the parents who are working through it now.

13 responses to “Haircut!”

  1. Sadje/ Sadie Avatar
    Sadje/ Sadie

    Hugs and a big cup of strong coffee dear friend.

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    1. ganga1996 Avatar
      ganga1996

      Thanks 💕🙏

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      1. Sadje/ Sadie Avatar
        Sadje/ Sadie

        You’re very welcome

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  2. vermavkv Avatar
    vermavkv

    Thank you for sharing such an honest glimpse into your day. What may seem like an ordinary haircut to others represents tremendous courage, preparation, and perseverance for families navigating sensory challenges. Your determination to do what was necessary for your son, despite the anxiety and difficult memories attached to the experience, speaks volumes about your strength and love as a parent. And amidst it all, your well-earned cup of coffee becomes a small but meaningful act of self-care and celebration. Wishing continued peace, gentler haircut days ahead, and grace for the parents who quietly carry these invisible battles with unwavering devotion.

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    1. ganga1996 Avatar
      ganga1996

      Thank you sir.

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  3. SRIKANTH Avatar
    SRIKANTH

    It sounds like you handled a really tough situation with strength and self-awareness Ganga—getting that haircut done was a huge win for your son’s long-term growth and for your family’s ability to face hard things together. The fact that you put your foot down when postponing felt easier shows real courage. And yes, that PTSD from past haircut battles is so real; those sensory meltdowns leave marks on parents’ hearts. But you got through it—with your favorite strong coffee, no less. That’s a well-earned reward.

    Sending so much respect to you and your husband for continuing to show up for your young man, even on the hard days. Praying for more peaceful haircuts ahead and for God to refresh you all with small mercies—like a good cup of coffee and a quiet moment afterward. You’re doing holy work. 🙏❤️

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    1. ganga1996 Avatar
      ganga1996

      Thank you 🙏!

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  4. Barry Avatar
    Barry

    I do hope your son is becoming desensitised to the trauma of haircutting, but please be aware that sometimes appearances can be deceptive. As a 77 year old autistic, I still struggle with haircuts. When I was a kid I discovered refusing haircuts was not an option so I eventually gave up protesting, but underneath the calm exterior was a person in shutdown (I experience shutdowns, not meltdowns, but recover is much the same). Even though my hair is now silver, it still takes a day to recover after a trim.

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    1. ganga1996 Avatar
      ganga1996

      He is now enjoying his haircuts. Thanks for yoir thoughts. 🙏. My son is now 28 years old.

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  5. Ab Avatar
    Ab

    Oh man, I can imagine how hard the haircut days can be. I’m glad he is better at them!

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    1. ganga1996 Avatar
      ganga1996

      The PTSD remains. That is the sad part. It has been more than 10 years since we had a meltdown. But still a fear remains.

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  6. gc1963 Avatar
    gc1963

    Love and Hugs

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    1. ganga1996 Avatar
      ganga1996

      Thank you 🙏!

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