My heart was heavy and I couldn’t seem to shake the overwhelming sadness that had enveloped me since my last post on Monday. I didn’t even know where to begin to explain the weight…
To Restore a Broken Heart
The Autistic Girl
Today has been the Monday to end all Mondays; definitely one of the roughest days I’ve had this summer. I’ve been extremely exhausted and stressed since the moment I woke…
Personal Perspectives
Just thought I’d share a few resources I’ve found that are actually written by kids/teens who have autism. It’s so interesting to be able to learn first-hand about why autistic…
More Than Words
Lately, E has been really into hugging people. Somewhere, somehow (at school, perhaps?) she learned how to give a really good hug and she hasn’t been shy about showing her…
My Top Do’s & Don’ts
Being a special needs parent is one of the scariest things in the world. There are no right or wrong answers; no set one-size-fits-all system of treatment that anyone can prescribe…
Weekend Hangover
I have a real bad case of the Mondays today. The entire weekend was packed with this and that (especially Saturday); I hardly feel like I got a chance to…