- The day the child realizes that all adults are imperfect, he becomes an adolescent; the day he forgives them, he becomes an adult; the day he forgives himself, he becomes wise. -Alden Nowlan, poet, novelist, and playwright (1933-1983)
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Category Archives: appreciation
Kids are home sick from day camp today, so I’ll do a rampage of appreciation…
Because camp is only four weeks. And they don’t go to school. So this is the only time all year which was carved out to be truly mine, and I’d been soooo looking forward to it, and I’m feeling a … Continue reading
Posted in Abraham, appreciation, Uncategorized
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Lil’ Italy in the AM
I’m a friendly driver. If you’re trying to pull out onto Mayfield, from one of those tight one way streets in Little Italy, and there is a long line of traffic, and you’re just sitting there waiting for what seems … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation, spirituality
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Thank You North Coast Men’s Chorus!
This weekend was so much fun. Windsong was invited to perform with the North Coast Men’s Chorus, and those men are some of the most gracious, kind, generous, sweet people I’ve ever met. Men with big open hearts. Humor. Talent. … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation, music, singing, Windsong
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Bitter Sweet Father’s Day
The Bitter About five years ago, after over a decade of total estrangement, I began allowing my father in, just a tiny bit. Having a little boy gave me empathy about what it must have been like to be “little” … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation, marriage
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Gleeked Out
Rather than have a birthday party this year, Riley chose to see Glee Live. She loved it so much. She was right in there, screaming along with the crowd. She was dancing. It was the kind of loud which makes … Continue reading
Riley turned eleven
…and I’ve struggled with writing something about it. I’ve started half a dozen posts. How do I put my Riley into words? She’s fabulous. She’s sweet. She’s sassy. Okay, she’s not really sassy, but she dresses sassy. She wouldn’t be … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation, Asperger's, Parenting, spirituality, Uncategorized
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“Normalcy” Feels Very Strange
A girl from the other end of the street just knocked on our door, and asked if Riley could come over. Riley slipped on her shoes, grabbed her brother, and off they went. It didn’t occur to her to go … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation, Uncategorized
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Evidence of some good parenting…
Whether you are learning to ride a bike, write a book, sing a song, give a speech, etc.. Rock & Roll, baby!
Posted in appreciation, Parenting
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I Am
Yesterday, while HT was doing my job, I took off out of here like a bat outta’ hell, and saw the movie, I Am. It had been a long stretch of stealing an hour here or there for myself, but … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation
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Music Sharing Day
Saturday was the kids’ music sharing day at The Cleveland Music School Settlement, where those receiving music therapy showcased their talents. It had been a very stressful week and the weekend was jammed full of things we needed to do. Todd … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation, music, special needs
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Room to Bloom
I took this picture during recess at the homeschool co-op today. Riley is in the green shirt and pink leg warmers. I love how she’s smack in the middle of the play. Sometimes she hangs on the outskirts, but not … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation, Asperger's, homeschooling
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Johnny Barnes
I’ve been reading a wonderful book called Love for No Reason by Marci Shimoff. It is very inspiring, full of wonderful examples of unconditional love. I have folded over so many pages, and could keep myself busy for years just … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation, Love.
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Lucky to be their mother…
Today I was greeted with sweet smiles, homemade cards, a chocolate croissant and a steaming cup of coffee in bed. I was instructed to stay in the bedroom while they prepared their “surprise.” I did a meditation and focused on … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation
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OM
Update: We went. Had the place to ourselves. It was very cool. The kids especially loved the audio. I especially loved the variety of recycled fabric the artist used. Those little straw kids wore some funky clothes, made of shirt … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation, homeschooling
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The day Mommy went for a ride…
So yesterday…I was on the treadmill, mindin’ my own business. Listening to Mozart, not a usual pick for me but there it was, so I put the CD in my “Walkman” (yes Walkman…Riley is the only one in this house … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation, family
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Ten Grands
I stumbled upon this the other day. Ten pianists. Ten grand pianos. Raising money for kids in Oregon and Washington who otherwise would not get to take part in the arts in schools due to budget cuts. I love when … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation
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Plans for Camp
A friend recently sent me an e-mail about Bittersweet Farms. I love knowing a place like this exists. In looking for the YouTube code to embed the video above, I came across a number of programs which beautifully serve kids … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation, Asperger's, music, special needs, spirituality
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Keri, Susan and Alex
One of the fun parts about going to LA recently was getting to meet two women I’ve been friends with on line but had never met in person. Keri Bowers, (left) and Susan Levy. They had not met yet in … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation, Asperger's, autism, special needs
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A Visit From Gramma
Wednesday night I dreamed of my grandmother. I was outside on a patio, in bright sun, there were people milling around, and then…. there she was in front of me, dressed in all white. All white cotton, and a white … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation
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Chihuahua Love
Yippeepalooza. I’m in love with a Chihuahua. You want to make something of it? It was so unexpected. He’s just so darned handsome. How’s a girl supposed to resist? All the rumors about his kind have proven to be untrue. … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation, chihuahuas, dogs and kids
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