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Eloping

October 11, 2018November 20, 2020 ~ Austins Autism ~ 4 Comments

. Webster's defines eloping as running away with a lover. If you continue reading past that first definition, though, you will come to the second definition. Number two says that eloping means to "slip away: ESCAPE". That last word, ESCAPE, is the word that consumes my days and nights. It worries me more than any … Continue reading Eloping

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The Autism Rollercoaster

January 13, 2018January 13, 2018 ~ Austins Autism ~ 7 Comments

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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Cookies, blankies & life

July 8, 2017March 9, 2018 ~ Austins Autism ~ Leave a comment

Austin is talking! It all started one afternoon when he was motioning that he wanted a cookie. A cookie is a treat, so I decided to push him a bit. I told him to say "cookie", not really expecting to hear anything in return. A second later I heard "ie ie". I freaked out. I … Continue reading Cookies, blankies & life

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Highs & Lows

May 3, 2016April 28, 2017 ~ Austins Autism ~ Leave a comment

I thought I was past the grief and sadness that came with Austin’s official diagnosis. I thought I had processed it and was moving forward. For the last few weeks, even though they were challenging weeks with constantly sick kids, I felt optimistic about Austin and thought I was past the grief of this situation.  … Continue reading Highs & Lows

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