Category Archives: Cleveland

Reading at Mac’s Backs

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Michelle O'Neil

This Saturday at Mac’s Backs, I have my first reading ever. I’m trying not to over-think it. I’m trying not to under-think it. I want to be prepared. I sort of feel like I’ve gotten on a roller coaster ride and … Continue reading →

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Breathing Room

Posted on August 19, 2011 by Michelle O'Neil

After a long, anxiety filled week (due to my book’s release on Amazon) it was nice to spend the evening watching the sunset over Lake Erie at my friend Kathy’s. Gearing up to go over, gathering the kids I honestly … Continue reading →

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She Even Bought Me Breakfast!

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Michelle O'Neil

What does author, mother of three girls with autism, and autism advocate Kim Stagliano have in common with the guys in the Cleveland cover band Almost Famous? Besides fake Slash’s curly hair? Both were on Fox News this morning. It … Continue reading →

Posted in autism, bio-med, Cleveland, special needs parenting, Uncategorized | 3 Comments

Checking in…

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Michelle O'Neil

Busy week here, so I’m just going to post some pics from the last several days….Lake Erie at sunset… Mr. Seth swinging on a rope…. Gearing up for the July fourth bike parade. July 4th Indian vs. Yankees game (nosebleed … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Day in Cleveland

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Michelle O'Neil

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Karen Weaverisms

Posted on May 21, 2011 by Michelle O'Neil

In honor of her birthday…I give you lessons from Karen Weaver, Director of Windsong, Cleveland’s feminist chorus… 1)Show up 2)Be on time 3)Asking forgiveness is easier than asking persmission 4)Encourage others 5)Stop talking! 6)Wait for your freaking cue 7)Observe rests … Continue reading →

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Would the teenage part of yourself be happy with who you are now?

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Michelle O'Neil

Last night I had the good fortune of seeing Troubadours of Divine Bliss at Unity Center of the Heights. They are hard to explain. Kind of like The Indigo Girls but their songs mostly speak of Divine love, and with … Continue reading →

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U23D in Cleveland

Posted on March 26, 2011 by Michelle O'Neil

So we’ve been living here in Cleveland for over three years and had yet to make it to The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Yesterday was the day, and I’m so glad we waited. Our impetus for going was … Continue reading →

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Jancy

Posted on March 24, 2011 by Michelle O'Neil

This is Jan C. Snow, aka Jancy. She’s a writer, an artist, a musician, a mother, a grandmother and a friend. She is one of the MVP’s in Windsong, Cleveland’s Feminist chorus. Jan knows all the fun, (and often free) … Continue reading →

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July 4th

Posted on July 4, 2010 by Michelle O'Neil

This morning, the kids took part in the Fourth of July bike parade on our block. Much care was taken to decorate the scooters in red white & blue streamers, USA signs, and patriotic elephants. Riley had her outfit planned … Continue reading →

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