Let me be honest. Recently tiredness, grumpiness and the forget-it-not-now-let-me-plop-on-the-sofa dumps have ruled my spirit. What can I say, some days you need a hug like a fish needs water. You feel as though you might collapse completely without one quiet moment wrapped in a gentle embrace of love. Then at an unexpected moment…in an unexpected…
Monthly Archives: August 2008
Try This Tuesday #4: Bluetooth Prompting
Today I want to share an idea that I think is very exciting and may be helpful at some point in the future with my son (although I think he’s a bit young for it right now!) During the autism conference I recently attended, one of the lectures was on the topic of Applied Research….
Recipe Remodel: Orange Olive Oil Cake
Many moons ago I stumbled upon a recipe for an orange olive oil cake. I was perusing the Food Network website looking for some sort of dessert inspiration, and this recipe caught my eye. I was strangely fascinated by the idea of a cake that had olive oil among its list of ingredients, so I…
Once Upon A Time There Was A Retard….
Such is the tag line to a new, big budget, R-rated summer movie opening today. “Tropic Thunder” is a comedy produced by DreamWorks/Paramount, and directed and written by Ben Stiller, who also stars in the movie. The plot includes a group of pampered actors, lost in the jungle while making a war movie. Tugg Speedman,…
This Just In, Special Exposure Model Search – A Photo Contest [entries closed]
Entries are closed. Three finalists photos will be posted here on Tuesday, September 2 and YOU will vote for the winner. I was thinking one night…you know, kids in bed I can almost weave coherent thoughts time…and decided there should be a Special Exposure Wednesday model. Our Special Exposure button kid is adorable, but what…
“Eat Healthy Foods”
One of my main goals as a parent of children with disabilities is to help my children become effective self-advocates. Maizie, ten years old and diagnosed with a rare chromosome disorder, Autism and Cyclical Vomiting Syndrome, is well on her way to becoming a great self-advocate. Maizie joins us today for an interview. Thank you,…
Flannel Boards and Stories
Want to inspire imaginative play and develop fine motor skills for your toddler or preschooler? Need a great tool for grasping and holding your child’s attention for a story or to introduce a new skill? How about a quiet yet engaging travel companion? Flannel boards to the rescue my friends. You can purchase flannel boards….
The Princess and the Pea
My second daughter, Isabelle was born via c-section eight years ago. She was not at all happy about being taken from her warm, dark environment. She spent the first hour of her life screaming a high pitch scream that had me and my husband questioning if a second baby was really such a good idea….
Never Letting Go Of Hope
The most intriguing session on the agenda at the autism conference I attended this week was titled “Yes, Your Child Is Autistic, But Who Are You?” It was presented by Eustacia Cutler, and if that name is not familiar to you, you may have heard of her daughter, Temple Grandin (well-known in the areas of…
Was I Asleep or Something?
When did my daughter decide to go behind my back and grow up? It seems like just last week we were watching Finding Nemo and Veggie Tales, drawing cutesy pictures together, and doing fun kid-friendly stuff. Today I’ve been informed that holding your mom’s hand or—gasp!—hugging her in public is, and I quote, “for babies”….