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What we’re thinking about… Summer & Bathing Suits I know, I know, most people dread this, but the idea of shopping for warmer weather is exciting! With that said… Have you heard of Cupshe? If you’re looking for cute, good quality, reasonably priced bathing suits… you gotta check out Cupshe. You can also score some…
When I Didn’t Think I Had it In Me I was diagnosed with significant endometriosis at a young age. At the time of my diagnosis, I was told that I would have a really hard time conceiving, especially if I was older than 30. At that time, becoming a parent was the farthest thing from…
So you just read the title, but don’t let it fool you. Yes, these are things that I have learned over 17 years of parenting. And yes, they are things that definitely pertain to my little people with Autism. But no, they are not just important life lessons for the ASD parent. I truly believe…
Spring has sprung and it’s time to get rid of all the useless crap taking up space in your home. Yes, people, it’s time for that age-old, anxiety-releasing spring tradition: Spring Cleaning. While you’re digging through full closets, toy rooms and old boxes, you might stumble across some treasures that you may no longer need,…
Easter Memories Growing up in the South I learned there were three things that emphasis was put on for Easter: Jesus, the Easter Bunny, and a family meal. It didn’t matter how crazy the day was or what the distance, a trip to Grandma’s was always on the schedule for lunch. And almost as important…
Back in December, the state of Michigan legalized marijuana. And, with the upcoming stoner holiday 4/20 on April 20 (get it?), I will be channeling my high-school-self. I’m going to dust off my KoRn shirts and JNCO jeans, sit on my buddy’s back porch and smoke some weed out of a pop bottle while listening…
Having a child who’s a picky eater feels like a neverending battle of the wills. My daughter has sensory processing disorder, which affects mealtimes. One of our longest therapy journeys has been her uphill climb to becoming an adventurous eater. My middle child has always followed her lead and is quite picky himself, whereas my…
What we’re thankful for… I am so thankful for Spring. The days are getting longer, the sun is getting brighter, and here, the snow is FINALLY melting! I’m so happy to be playing outside with my kids on weekdays after school and hiking with my family on weekends. Earth day is just around the corner,…
Do you ever just think that you could do something better for the planet? Now, I’m definitely not perfect, but I am conscious about my actions when it comes to waste and recycling. After all, Earth is the only place we have to live, so we need to take care of it! Earth Day has…
I know, I know. You are thinking life at home is stressful enough with your autistic child, so why on earth would I load them up for a week of torture? One simple answer, with the right amount of planning, vacationing with our spectrum kids can be fun. Here are my top picks for Autism…