For some reason I thought about autism when my girls were babies. I kept track of their milestones, and as they grow older, I was reassured when they continued meeting them within normal ranges. A new school for autism was being built just down the street from us when our first was a baby, and … Continue reading The Moment When
Month: January 2018
Peas in my Coffee
Yesterday was Monday. And goodness was it a Monday! I am seriously blessed to have several kid free hours each day when all 3 are in school. I need those hours to do pretty much everything. Once the kids come home it’s austin screaming, the girls doing homework, and total chaos. Especially on the nights … Continue reading Peas in my Coffee
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The Autism Rollercoaster
I frequently say that life with autism is a roller coaster. Yes, it's a much used analogy in autism land, but it's so true. Why you may ask? Well, I will gladly tell you! 🙂 I remember the first time after Austin's diagnosis that I felt ok. I didn't feel the sharp jab in the … Continue reading The Autism Rollercoaster
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Looking Back
It’s so easy in this life with autism to focus on everything Austin can’t do. The evaluations, IEP meetings and basically any paperwork I fill out regarding Austins development only emphasize that fact. It’s good for me to take a step back now and then and remember just how far we’ve come and how much … Continue reading Looking Back
