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Category Archives: Asperger’s
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
Bathing Suit Shopping
Riley had a birthday gift card burning a hole in her pocket, and she wanted to go to Justice to buy a bathing suit. She’s outgrown everything from last year. She picked out two to try on, and in the … Continue reading
Posted in Asperger's, Parenting
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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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Girls on the Run Was So Much Fun!
Today was our fifth and final Girls on the Run 5K. We had to wake up before dawn to be there. As the race began, I felt euphoric, remembering how Riley fell on the gravel at the start of her … Continue reading
Posted in Asperger's, Girls On the Run, Uncategorized
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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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Set Me As a Seal Upon Your Heart
Being an autism mom has drastically reduced my tolerance for disrespect. Our old dentist, had this thing going on with his assistant. He treated her like she was not smart. She took it, meekly. It made me squirm. Then…one day, … Continue reading
Posted in Asperger's, autism, special needs parenting
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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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Friday Rampage of Appreciation
I’m feeling kinda in love with life today. It was the first day of the new homeschool co-op session. I am teaching a Lego class: It went well. We worked on two dimensional projects today. We’re going to slip in … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation, Asperger's, homeschooling, marriage
Tagged Asperger's, family, homeschooling, marriage
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The Tutors Have Arrived
So I think I mentioned here before how Riley was granted the Ohio Autism Scholarship. What that means is we now have two different tutors coming to the house a total of 8 hours per week, and they are teaching … Continue reading
This Cat
We got her at a shelter when we lived in Virginia. She was the lone calico kitten, and Riley wanted a calico. All the other cats were crammed together in little rooms, but she had her own cage up front, … Continue reading
HT’s Perfect Response
Writer Elizabeth Aquino is asking special needs parents to answer this question: What would I say to the parent I was the day before my child was diagnosed with his or her disorder or the day before I knew? She’s … Continue reading
Posted in Asperger's, special needs parenting
Tagged Asperger's, special needs parenting
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Being Fluid
The best, most valuable lesson I have learned from having a child on the autism spectrum is: be flexible. I don’t get it right every time, but over the last several years, I have learned to get it right the … Continue reading
((Hugs))
The only thing better than being a boy obsessed with Lego, and having a new Lego to put together… is when your sister, whom you adore, suddenly, inexplicably, begins sharing your interest with you. Here they are, beginning to work … Continue reading
She Has Buckets of Empathy
Today was the first day of this season’s Girls on the Run. I had the lesson prepared, my flashcards at the ready and was enjoying leading the new group. Seth usually hangs out in the gym while we meet. Smack … Continue reading
Posted in Asperger's, Asperger's girl, special needs siblings
Tagged Asperger's, asperger's girls, Glee, special needs siblings
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Appreciation Saturday
While the guy is painting our living room downstairs, Riley, Seth, Jingle, Yippee, the cats, and I are piled into the bedroom. The kids are watching TV while I type away. Seriously, why don’t we do this every day? So … Continue reading
Posted in appreciation, Asperger's, Asperger's girl, dogs and kids, homeschooling
Tagged appreciation, Asperger's, asperger's girls, dogs and kids, homeschooling
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Standing in Another Hollywood-istic Place
Just over two hours ago I woke my husband from a sound sleep and told him I couldn’t take it anymore. Riley had been sick all night, (tummy trouble associated with autism)and though he took the first shift, and was … Continue reading
Chat Pack
HT had bedtime duty last night; I was up in my attic office writing. When I finally came down, I peeked in on each kiddo and found Riley still awake in her bed. I came in and gave her a … Continue reading
Clay 2011
After our first disastrous run at homeschool clay class last year, I was afraid to ever go back. What seems to be true though…. is some of our most tumultuous moments appear to stick with me, way longer than they … Continue reading
Trying on “mean” for size
We have been having an awesome summer. Riley and Seth had so much fun at music camp, and Todd and I got to have a little bit of time together without the kids for a couple of hours in the mornings. A rare treat, … Continue reading
Posted in Asperger's
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