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"It's a wonderful feeling to read an account from a parent who understands", I've read a few books like this lately, that contain various essays about raising children with special needs, and this is probably the best of the bunch. The accounts are varied and heartfelt. I think most parents would read this book hoping for a "match", a parent who has been through something similar to themselves, and I did find a match here, an account by Nicole Lynch about her autistic daugther's sleep issues. When she talked about her daughter being awake in the night singing "Elmo's Song" at the top of her lungs and asking for her candle collection or a lollipop, I nearly cried with recognition---that's my daughter too! Not the exact songs or wishes, but so much like her! Another account told of an autistic son crying all night for a reason only he understood---it's so sad and so recognizable to me.

The emphasis here seems to be on disorders that affect behavior---autism, bipolar disorder, ADHD. There are fewer accounts about children with physical and/or medical disorders, so if that is what you are dealing with, you might want to look elsewhere.

I liked the fact that many approaches and attitudes were reflected here---there does not seem to be any hidden agendas. Overall, I found the book comforting and somewhat hopeful. I don't think survey type books like this can be helpful to all, but it is worth a read to see if you find yourself there.

"Candid", I loved this book! The stories were wonderful. It takes bravery to be so open and honest. Every story had something I could relate to as a parent and as a parent of special needs children. It was wonderful!

"A must read!", If you are looking for an honest book and not a sugar coated foo foo book, this is for you! The title says it all - The extraordinary HIGHS and heartbreaking LOWS...it's all covered. I have read this book, highlighted, circled, folded pages and bookmarked sentimental excerpts. I keep it handy for the rough days and lend it out to other parents who need a little reassurance that they are not alone. No matter what hand you've been dealt, there is something written in this book by someone like you. You will smile as recognize the rewards other parents have experienced and cry because you have been there. This is my personal bible, exactly what I need to pick me up on the hard days and remind me how blessed I am on the good days.

"Mostly good, room for improvement", As the mother of a special needs, medically fragile child, I appreciate the honest writing of the essays in the book. Most of them are great. However I found a couple offensive--and I'm not easily offended. A couple parents assume that having kids with physical and easily recognizable disabilities is easier than having a child with an "invisible" disability. Even going so far as to say it's easy for schools to accommodate a child in a wheel chair. Anyone whose dealt with the public school system knows that's not true. I know there is a tendency to feel like your child's disability is worse than any other and that the grass is always greener. But we are one big special needs family and perhaps divisive essays should not have been included.

"A Must Read", As a parent who contributed a personal story to this book, I was so delighted to read what all the other parents who contributed had to say. I could find a piece of myself or my child in every story. I agree that this should be required reading for all educational professionals before they enter a classroom.

Lorie B.

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"great book", An insightful, heartfelt exploration of parenting special needs children. This is life on the inside-- way on the inside.
Anyone who is a parent should read this book and be enlightened. Denise Brodey and the parents who write for her tell it like it is and the reader goes through the experience with them and comes out the other side with new understanding and respect for what these parents and their children are going through, every hour of every day.
Moving. Inspiring.

"A great asset to all parents who have a child with special needs", All parents need to know that other parent's experience the same types of problems and issues. This book provides thoughtful support through stories to make the reader know that he/she is not the only person experiencing difficulties with a child with special needs. An excellent resource to share with anyone who has a child with special needs and behavioral issues.

"Heartwrenchingly honest.", Easy, quick reading. Really makes you appreciate what it takes to parent a child with special needs--often heartbreaking. So insightful too! Great reading if you or someone you know and love has a child with special needs. Helps you understand the parent's perspective.

"Fantastic", About: Parents write about raising kids with special needs

Pros: One of the best books I've ever read, heart-warming, heart-breaking, eye-opening, touching, gripping, amazing.

Cons: It had to end

"Godsend", This is one of the very best books I have ever read! As a parent with a special needs princess, I wish everyone who is involved in or lives, teachers, grandparents, all the way to law makers and system workers would read this book. It says what I am most often to tired or to involved to speak. Thank you!