When Sydney was younger she called her seizures “the monsters”. She would tell me the monsters were coming before the actual seizure happened. Sydney’s seizure occurred at night and I thought she was having bad nightmares at first. After many videos and journaling her doctor diagnosed her with epilepsy. Autism has us on high alert … More She Called Them The Monsters
One thing people know about me is that I don’t mind sharing my experiences. I figure I went through hell for a reason. My test is my testimony and I should use that to help others when I can. One area of my life that was very difficult for me to understand was that sometimes … More His Will Not My Will
If I learned anything going through my divorce, I learned to remain classy. Remaining classy during times when your emotions are high, can be difficult. But why lower your standards just because you are hurt and angry? I’m not diminishing your pain and suffering at all. I challenge you to remain classy when someone makes … More Where Are My Big Girl Panties?
I’ve learned a lot in the past year and one thing is that things don’t always appear as they seem. When looking at a situation from afar it may appear one way. Once I’m able to get closer and investigate, things are actually completely different. I was in a hurry last week, because my life … More Do You See What I See?
I’ll keep this short today.😉Whatever you are waiting on or trying to rush and make happen. Please stop, you are sabotaging your own story. Trust the timing, trust the struggles and setbacks. What’s for you is for you and it’s not going anywhere. So, enjoy the ride and take the scenic route, because the timing … More Perfect Timing
Dating after divorce is difficult, dating period can be difficult. Dating for a special needs parent has a few more challenges. I don’t have time to waste so if you’re not jumping on the autism train with us than “Bye Felecia!” Finding the time and energy to date is hard for me and don’t forget … More My Companion
I know I’m not the only one that has a race to finish. It doesn’t matter what race you are running or walking. The only thing that matters is that you make it to the finish line. Will the race be easy? Will there be hurdles and injuries along the way? Will you stumble and … More The Race
I can’t help it if I was born on the day of love AKA Valentine’s Day. I want to treat myself to something and I’m not sure what I want. Lately, I hear more married couples complaining about Valentine’s Day, when all of the single ladies are having Galentine’s Parties and living it up. I’ll … More Go Shorty It’s My Birthday
If I’ve learned anything watching others over the past week it is that we all have a story, but we have to own it. Some may appear to be on top of the world, yet they struggle to make it through the day. Those with the most struggles are often the ones with the biggest … More Own Your Story
I battled infertility, an autism and epilepsy diagnosis for Sydney, a divorce and relocating my family. I’m strong but I’m also human and death is something that hits me hard. We lost our matriarch and for the past three days I have been in a daze. Not able to write, pray or focus. I am … More Grief
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