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 on his beloved tire swing. He would get on it and spin around and around like crazy. Listening to him giggle and make his little noises just warmed my heart. So I … (Read More) about Outside play is fun and functional
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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 permission. In other words, they take … (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
Been a tough day
Gotta say that today was rough. Just downright tough. I mean as I am crying I just can't get over how I have managed to … (Read More) about Been a tough day