Atypical Irish dad

Father, Husband and recently diagnosed ADHD/ADD learner

I'm 44, recently diagnosed with ADHD and ADD, I got tested on the back of my daughters Autism diagnosis.  I have an amazing wife and 3 energetic kids, and my 5 year old furry friend Barkley

 

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I wont claim to be an expert but I want to share my thoughts and ideas with the hope of helping others but also helping myself.  If one other person can get help from what I put down here then its a success.

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Its Showtime

18/02/2026

What a week its been, between interview prep and calls but also the eldest 2 got to perform in the Helix all weekend. Firstly the show was amazing, everyone who took part was fantastic, to my incredible son who was the lead- you were amazing and all the hard work since your injury paid off and you were the Star...

So in the last few years , I have thought about the word Grief, quite a lot. When our daughter was diagnosed with Autism it reared its head because someone said its ok to grieve a little, as things may be tougher for her and in turn for us as parents, now over time that grief goes, the more I...

Firstly, what a cracking little Lego set this was to build and looks great in its spot. Got it reduced in Smyths last week for €10.... cant go wrong at that price. I always find Lego very therapeutic, more so now then ever as I find following the instructions quite grounding and it helps me focus. Anyway onto my point.........