Magic Kingdom was beautiful.  The Christmas music and decorations really made our souls happy.  The joy on their faces made me cry throughout the trip. This was the perfect time of year for us to visit Disney. I encourage special need families  traveling to Disney to get the Disability Pass. I was ready … More You’ve Got The Look

Who would have ever known that there were so many different styles of Mickey and Minnie Mouse Ears.  I saw princess, reindeer, glitter and santa ears.  You name it and there were ears to match. When we arrived at Magic Kingdom we were all so excited. It was great hearing Sydney read the signs and … More It’s Raining Mickey Ears

  The upcoming blogs will focus on our Disney vacation and how we survived and had an autism friendly vacation. The shuttle picked us up and the true test would be if my luggage would meet the weight requirement. I had $75 ready just in case it weighed over 50 pounds. I was safe it … More Disney Diaries

  This time I really don’t think that I over packed for the trip.  To be honest with you I am not even sure what I have in my bag.  I do know my sandals are in there because, it is Florida. I have to wear my sandals. When we traveled when we were younger. … More 50 Shades of Vera Bradley

Trying to convince Sydney that Beyoncé doesn’t sing I’m Coming Out has been hilarious.  I showed her Diana Ross and her album.  She still insists put on Beyoncé. Sydney loves music.  She will search my playlist and find her favorite songs.  Lately her theme song has been I’m Coming Out.  Some of the words she … More I’m Coming Out!

You are sleep deprived, you forgot the therapy appointment, you don’t have the desire or the strength to go to the family function.  All is takes is one smell, one question, one sound or one smart ass remark that can change the dynamics of the event. I know you are tired. You would like to … More Brooke Time

  Flowers are so beautiful.  My Aunt ReRe would always say ” Don’t bring me flowers when I am gone. Bring them to me while I am alive.”  When I was younger I thought she meant actual flowers. But now I realize a deeper meaning than that. By the way Gerber Daisies are my favorite. … More Make Your Garden Grow

I told you in a previous blog that I was taught that hell was hot.  So believe me when I say that I was not trying to go there willingly. My life has led me to highs and lows.  When I experienced the lowest moments I didn’t think that I would be able to walk … More I’ve Been To Hell

  Last Saturday, I was feeling terrible.  I lost my voice and my allergies were really bothering me.  I knew that I needed to get an oil change and the tire pressure light was on in my car.  So I called Valvoline. I needed to know what time they closed, what would be the best … More All Hands On Deck

Apparently it takes a village. Yesterday I was so excited that my friend Tina and her daughter Hailey were coming over. Hailey is Sydney’s best friend and she was going to help her pack for Disney. Tina and I were going to change light bulbs. I know, that’s really exciting. Tina is taller than me … More How Many People Does It Take To Screw in a Light Bulb?