If you ask any autism parent how their child sleeps at night. The answers will be totally different. Some parents may say that their child sleeps like a baby. Or my child sleeps though the entire night. Then you will get my response. Sydney’s sleep pattern is irregular and painful! Sydney has never been a … More Sleepless in Delaware
Yesterday’s blog was intense. It was difficult for me to read it again. But I am glad that I shared the blog. There was a lot of conversation generated and I had a chance to speak with people individually about advocating. Today I thought I would share one of the latest experiences with Copher’s Community. … More Where’s Sydney?
Brooke, you will never be able to have children. Brooke, Sydney has autism…and epilepsy. Brooke, I had an affair. This case is closed your marriage is dissolved. All of these statement broke me down to the lowest points in my life. Just when I thought I had heard all of the worst possible … More Sorry, Sydney’s Not Smart Enough
We can do this. That is exactly what I was thinking about when we entered the doctor’s office for Sydney’s appointment. Normally, we always go to the hospital for our appointments to see “specialists”. Not today. Today we are going to the eye doctor for the first time like “normal” people. Sydney failed her eye … More I Can See Clearly
She wanted me to tell her that everything would be okay. I don’t remember anyone ever telling me that it would be okay. But I guess I should tell her what she wants to hear. That is not fair to her. I need to find out if she believes in God. When I start giving … More I Wish I Could Tell You Everything Will Be Fine
It was time to say goodbye to Michigan. The drive to Metro Airport was smooth. Even during rush hour traffic. Harrison was having mixed emotions about leaving. I wasn’t quite sure how to counsel him because I was having my own difficulty. Syd was prepped with her social story and was ready for her princess … More Flight 2104 Has Been Delayed
Our Father who art in heaven. Hallowed be thy name. The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want. This is crazy. I am mixing the Lord’s Prayer with Psalm 23. I can’t believe I forgot to set the timer when all of this happened. I’m not sure how long her seizure lasted. She doesn’t … More Inside The Mind of A Special Needs Mom
Harrison and Sydney are amazing children. I talk about their sibling love often. If I tell you autism was a blessing for our family. Would you think I had lost my mind? You can answer yes. I would think the same. What autism has taught us in nine years gave me the courage to share … More The Beauty of Autism
My emotions are all over the place. No, it is not my hormones. I am excited and anxious for Harrison and the milestones that will occur over the next two weeks. Friday is his 8th grade formal. Friday, June 9th is the 8th grade ceremony. My little man is growing up. Then I started thinking … More She Doesn’t Call Me Mommy Anymore
My autism journey has been a road that was traveled without a map, or a plan. I learned through trial by error. I have talked with many specialists, educators, therapists and families. Today I am in a much better place living with autism than I was ten years ago. I need my African-American parents to … More Autism In African American Families
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