We were due for an annual evaluation and began to answer all the routine questions we’ve answered a thousand times. Yes. No. Yes. Sometimes. Yes. Nope. Uh huh… “I see this diagnosis for Asperger’s in his chart. You can just get rid of that.”, and then she flipped her hand upwards as if to say, [...]
I can let go…a little.
29 Jan By
We had some friends over this past weekend. It was a low-key celebration for my husband and a couple of friends that share a birthday with him this month. Nothing extravagant. Just a nice time with two other couples and their children. Nothing beats good food and good friends. A guest list of 11 people [...]
Labels
20 Dec By
I have mixed emotions about labeling children. As a parent to a child with special needs, I know that sometimes a label is necessary. I know first hand that when the wrong label is given to a child it is beyond frustrating. I know that labels are necessary in order to provide the care and treatment a child needs. I [...]
When I Don’t Feel Like Being the Soft Place…
24 Oct By
Many of the posts I share about my son’s specials needs reflect the heartfelt love of a mother who understands her child. Those posts capture my heart to give him what he needs, love him no matter what, and be his soft place to land. But today… I don’t feel like being soft. I’m tired. I’m irritated, [...]
5 Must Have Tools for Calming Your Aspie Teen
11 Oct By
Sensory breaks are a necessary part of our day. Stress triggers are everywhere, and while I can try to reduce some of those triggers, it’s impossible to totally eliminate them all. If I’m not careful, anxiety will take over and that does not look pretty around here. So, we take sensory breaks. It can be challenge to get my [...]
