week 44, post 1: we belong together

I've said many times we're growing theory as we go -- as is the case everywhere and always. (those who lay claim to absolute and fixed knowledge are both wrong and dangerous -- the most dangerous kind of arrogance -- remember, the serpent promised Eve and Adam KNOWLEDGE, not presence or uncertainty -- he still does) I was home week before last on vacation. Just before I left, the school counselor called me with a fairly urgent need. We've been building cooperation on a youngster and family. I was leaving at the wrong time (when else???). Miss Elaine filled in for me, and some continuity of care was made possible. She met with the counselor and with the child. Assessments were shared, and some tentative plans for enriching treatment were put together.

The counselor, the teacher, Elaine and I all need each other -- for the sake of the child. Not always, but more often than we usually recognize, counseling, casework, education and healthcare need to be integrated. It worked -- at least this time. I know in the future we'll get it wrong some, but I'll take this little victory and savor it. There's hope.

It's a little chilly here today. And I'm told that the gators have gone back to their dens until April. I'll not likely see them again for some time. Who knows how long? I'll miss them. I miss them already. But each seasonal change has its joys and consolations: no mosquitos for several days. And the speckled trout are back....

Peace, Warren