I’m not alone in my interest of the work of Temple Grandin. Many parents have learned volumes from her speeches and books about the subject of autism. I found this interview from Nation Public Radio with Dr. Grandin where she discusses growing up with autism, designing better working conditions for cattle, and the current state […]
2nd grade hasn’t been smooth sailing, but so far, it seems less choppy water than last year was for Nove. She got sick and had a break down a couple weeks ago on a Thursday. We didn’t know she was sick yet and she couldn’t really explain why she was low on patience. Anyway, with […]
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This question seems to be answered for me by my own daughter’s behaviors over the last year or two. It wasn’t until we had a neutral party who could view her behaviors both in school, and out, that we were able to get some back up on our theory. Here is a case in point; Last […]
The advancements that my daughter has made over the summer are pretty cool. She now uses language before physical action much of the time when she needs to express an emotion. Instead of hitting first, she’ll tell you she’s angry even if she doesn’t understand why. Well, she at least says she’s angry while she’s […]
Betty Crocker is offering a free $4.00 value coupon for their Gluten-Free Dessert Mix. All you have to do is call Call General Mills Consumer Services number at 1-800-446-1898 and select option #4 on the main menu. Then tell the customer service rep you’re interested in the free gluten-free dessert coupon. The CSR will then […]
A few months back, I read a book that illustrated many of my feelings, both good and bad, about NoveMber’s condition (autism). The author, a father of a child with a very rare condition, takes the reader on a journey through the joy of becoming a parent, to the utter shock and almost immediate fears […]
I don’t have sensory issues per say, but my mom does. My younger daughter does I just hate socks! That being said, I may have found some that I really like! Smartknitkids makes a line of seamless socks for kids (and adults) that don’t bind or rub and are generally easy to wear for those with […]