I'm in a bit confused as to what to do. I think I've decided that I'll do nothing. Here's the thing (please don't judge): Ever since junior kindergarten, Cam has always been in the same class as the kids on the autism spectrum. Seven years. He has always been in field trip groups, play day … [Read more...]
Putting his foot down
I took the kids back to school shopping Tuesday because we had no plans and I knew if we stayed home they would do nothing but taunt, tease and drive each other crazy. I bought them some essentials - tunics and leggings for Eva, pants and a much sought after Kermit tshirt for Cuyler. Then on to … [Read more...]
FotoFriday – Date Night
Cuyler has had the same support worker at summer camp for the past two years and he has grown quite close to her. Last week he asked her to take him to the musical theatre camp's production. She said yes. I told her that I would pay her with my respite money because she was taking him on her own … [Read more...]
What’s in a name?
Prior to having my first child, I was an early childhood educator. In my classroom I had this piece written by Emily Perl Kingsley printed off and hung on cupboard. Many special needs parents are familiar with it. I loved the message. Still do. And it helped get me through some dark periods. … [Read more...]
Welcome To Holland.
My son was around 10 months old when I started thinking about the "A" word. I mentioned it to my husband a few times and he thought I was off my rocker. We knew there were some delays. Minor at that point. But I knew there was more. We were told "He's too young to diagnose" "He's a boy - they … [Read more...]