I wish autism parents would believe me when I tell them that everything will be just fine. It won’t be easy. But things will be fine. One day you will look back and wonder how you survived. The appointments, the IEP meetings, the criticism, stares, rude comments and tears. It is by the grace of … More What The Good Doctor Taught Me
We all have had a parenting fail. Some of us more than others. In the end, we are reminded of how much we love our children. And how we do all that we can to raise them to be productive citizens. I advocate for Harrison and Sydney. It has become second nature to me. For … More My Parenting Fail
Not only did I have to recognize the signs of autism. I had to accept that Sydney has autism. Then I had to get early intervention for her. The one thing I kept telling myself, was that Sydney’s life was not over. This was just the beginning. Yes, I let autism hold us as prisoners. … More It’s Not Over Until……..
No matter how hard I try. Sydney gets more attention than Harrison. There it is. I said it. So you don’t have to ask me or hint around the subject anymore. I am fully aware of my current situation. Every day I feel guilty that Harrison suffers. Maybe suffers isn’t the best word to use. … More Device Free Day
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
3,295 days, 9 years that is how long I waited for my prayers to be answered. It wasn’t the prayer for a husband or to win the lotto. It was a prayer that some of you may take for granted. It was perfect timing because it happened on Mother’s Day. Harrison, Sydney and I were … More My Prayers Were Answered
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