Yes, yes, I haven’t been blogging here for most of 2022. I have my reasons, and they’re just some of those pesky things that are currently irking me. The Online Autism Community One word. Toxic. It was my hope, in starting this blog, to start an online community for autistics and their family members. For…
My kids benefit when I have a calm demeanor. I do my best to manage my emotions. I slow down and take deep breaths. I try to make rational decisions. I often speak softly and firmly. I use discipline as a tool for teaching rather than punishment. Triggers I identify my triggers and I observe…
The winter months can prove to be a dreary time if you’re the type of parent that enjoys spending time out in the sun with your kids. However, with a little creative thinking, you can make memories and have a fabulous time during the winter months too. Bundle up and enjoy some outdoor fun with…
“Jason… you’re not cute anymore, so just stop it!” My eldest to my youngest, almost every damn day of the week. I knew this day would come, and I have been dreading it. And when I say dreading, I really mean desperately trying not to think about it. Ignorance has been bliss, and I have…
One of my goals for this blog is to make anyone who reads it feel better about their parenting skills. The best way I know how to accomplish this is by telling you some tales of my many parenting faux pas. I’ve been doing this mom thing now for 28 years, and I have quite…