I genuinely believe people are placed in our lives for a reason and this belief becomes more apparent when these certain people affect your children.We have therapy in our home 5 days a week. On top of having school at home, kids, a puppy, and household duties, it can be a lot.But, ABA (applied behavior … Continue reading So much more…
Category: ASD
Easy-Shmeezy
For us, it wasn’t just a matter of wanting to be parents. We were meant to be parents, which made our years of infertility difficult to endure. We went to doctors, weighed our options, and seemed to always conclude we’d rather adopt than go through IVF. Adoption has touched our families on mine and Mark’s … Continue reading Easy-Shmeezy
A Pandemic, A Quarantine, and Autism
It’s fascinating how quickly the world can change. Among those who behave inappropriately during a pandemic, there are far more who show kindness and provide humanitarian efforts. These are the happenings I choose to cherish during this uncertain time. As of late, I smile to myself as I jog by a house in our neighborhood. … Continue reading A Pandemic, A Quarantine, and Autism
The Attack
The first time it happened it pained me deeply. As it continued to occur, I felt utterly distraught, helpless, and bewildered. You see, when my daughter with autism attacks, she seems like a different person. She’s not the sweet, loving girl we know. To put it frankly, she’s scary. I hate the Jekyll and Hyde … Continue reading The Attack