Well, my boy started the second grade the other day - he seemed easy about returning to the same school for his third year. I wanted his first morning to be uncomplicated and cheerful, so I prepared a toasted waffle for his breakfast, and Chinese dumplings for lunch - some of his favourites. I … [Read more...]
end the race to nowhere
On my way out of my driveway with one daughter and a plate of dinner, I caught the eye of my elderly neighbour. I said "don't call the Children's Aid Society on me- although she may be eating dinner in the car because she just got back from play practice and is on her way to babysit, there are … [Read more...]
Why so sad?
We are coming off an amazing March break. It was great for everyone. Things have just been...really good. I feel as though, lately I've gotten to a really good place as far as raising a child with autism. Raising a special needs child.I remember how numb each of those terms … [Read more...]
Pea’s First Day of School / Potty Training Update
I've been AWOL for a while... and for anyone who actually reads my stuff with any regularity, I apologize. At some point in the next week or two, when I muster the courage and the right words, I will explain exactly why I have been neglectful. But for now, I shall stick to some happier … [Read more...]
Days Away from Change – Reflections of Motherhood Video
When I became a mom for the first time six years ago my world was turned upside down. I was a very anxious mom to be - I worried about breast feeding, I worried about sleep. I worried, worried and worried some more until I woke up with a baby in my arms and my tummy cut open by emergency … [Read more...]
Be Anxious For Nothing
I am not an overly anxious person by nature and I like to think I keep a pretty level head even in stressful situations. I know that nothing can be solved by worrying so I try to find peace in that when there are things that weigh heavily on my mind.However, I have been battling more anxious … [Read more...]
Weekend Update – Activities
For the past 3 (going on 4) years our winter has revolved around Cam's rep hockey schedule. It can be frustrating for me because Sean coaches, which leaves me in the stands with a boy who has no interest in watching the game nor does he want to stay anywhere in the arena where I can watch. … [Read more...]
Wishlist
While I am grateful for all of the wonderfully unique things that autism brings into our life, there are several things that I think about and the "I wish..." creeps into my head.I wish that the twilight-sky didn't appear like a storm-sky to Cuyler. Every. Single. Night. He has a … [Read more...]
A Life of Extremes
With Cuyler - it's all or nothing.He hates something or he loves it.Example: He was obsessed with the Wiggles for a couple of years. Everything was Wiggles. Colours were no longer blue, red, yellow or purple. They were Anthony, Murray, Greg and Jeff.He would line up makers and … [Read more...]