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[quote=Anonymous][quote]As the mom of a child with ADHD that has at times been difficult to control, I can understand how that child's presence affects the time you spend with your children. It is hard, if not impossible, to make time with your kids special for the non-SN kids because the focus is always on the needs of your SN child. Your activities are dictated by what your SN child can handle. The time you spend doing things is dictated by your SN child. Whether you can finish the activities you start is dictated by the needs of your SN child. To have time that revolves around your other kids, you may not have an option other than "exclude" your SN child. I think this is perfectly acceptable and I also think it's particularly wonderful that this father recognizes that he needs time alone with his older girls in order to make their time together about them. I hope he takes this opportunity. [/quote]

Exactly. I'm the PP with the 12 and 7 year old (with ADHD). The 7 year old's needs have driven our family outings and vacations for YEARS. The 12 year old gets so angry and frustrated at not being able to do things because the 7 year old is either simply too young or too hyper. I can't imagine how much worse it is for a 15 year old! It's much better now that the 7 year old is on medication, but we still have to plan around her abilities and needs. I have found that it is actually better for developing sibling affection between them if they spend time apart instead of being together relentlessly. And getting time with each parent alone is a must.

If the conferences/seminars are anything like the ones I have been to, there are at least 2 breaks and a lunch where the OP could check in if he feels the need. The Swan hotel has a huge pool complex on property. The Swan is considered part of the "Epcot Resort Area" and it is a 5-10 minute walk to the Epcot entrance and a 15 minute walk to the Hollywood Studios entrance. Or there is a Disney resort boat transportation to either park. There's also a huge Disney mini golf complex in walking distance. They could take Disney bus transportation to the other 2 Disney parks if they wanted. Honestly, it's kind of perfect for letting kids explore their independence because they don't have to rely on cars and the bus system is well marked and easy to use. If you get the new "Magic Bands", that has their tickets and they can use it to buy food in the parks. It's very convenient.[/quote]

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