The Boy has stopped going to bed at a decent hour. He is refusing ALL his oral meds and supplements and won't stay inside if there are more than 3 of us total. Instead, he sits in the car for HOURS to play on an electronic device. In the silence. Away from everyone. All we have left is an old iPhone 4 that he can use. The iPod is … (Read More) about What to play
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Outside play is fun and functional
I am so thankful for the warm weather! For the first time in way too long, My Boy was able to get outside without a snow-suit on. He was able to get outside and play … (Read More) about Outside play is fun and functional
I wish I knew what my nonverbal Autistic son wanted
My Autistic son ate a staff's donut at school today. It's not something The Boy is able to have because of his food allergies. Since he was going to have a … (Read More) about I wish I knew what my nonverbal Autistic son wanted
Nonverbal Autism makes car rides tricky
I load the car and hope that everything goes as planned. A favorite snack is ready to go; drink and electronic device are positioned where they are easily … (Read More) about Nonverbal Autism makes car rides tricky
Wandering in an Instant, an Autism Struggle
Wandering or Elopement is the term used when an Autistic individual leaves a designated area without notification or … (Read More) about Wandering in an Instant, an Autism Struggle
Brotherly Love Trumps Autism Struggles
Living with Autism presents such a boatload of challenges. It challenges the family and it challenges the person. Day in … (Read More) about Brotherly Love Trumps Autism Struggles
School Break Blues
When the Boy has a long break from school it gets pretty rough round here. I get it, I do. I mean the schedule is all … (Read More) about School Break Blues
Easter Fun
Yup, Easter came and went once again this year. And again I felt like a bad mom, horrible Christian and a subpar wife. … (Read More) about Easter Fun
Family Visit and Blueberries!
The kids always love getting together with their cousins. This year was no different. They all had a blast … (Read More) about Family Visit and Blueberries!
A Bath for the Dogs
What beautiful day to give the dogs a bath! With the crazy weather that we had this year, I have put off giving our farm … (Read More) about A Bath for the Dogs