(Photo By: G-Na)
There are many times I feel impassioned about Alex’s special needs. Many times I feel a ferocious roar in my throat, feel the hardening of my limbs as they unwillingly move into an unbending stance, preparing to pounce at any wrong word, any misspoken tone, any gesture clearly not thought out. Even towards [...]
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Alex,
Autism,
Ben,
cerebral palsy,
Landau-Kleffner Syndrome,
Motherhood,
parenting,
Violet
(Photo By: Kenn Wilson)
Sitting at the dinner table, Violet suggests….
“Somebody wanna get me memmalade ‘cuz I don’t like the chicken.”
Ummmm. What?
(Memmalade = Lemonade)
Have a great weekend!
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Say What?!?,
Violet
Some time ago, in a land not too far from here, a beautifully Talon-ted woman extended recognition to another. This other, she felt was deserving of the recognition. This other, was apparently too busy to appropriately show her gratitude.
This other was me. (head hung in shame).
In the gloom of what was the summer, you, my [...]
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award
Determination, Observation, Happiness, Compassion, Kindness
Determination in all he does shines through,
If you watch it will be clear to you,
That although some obstacles he works to overcome
With a little of your help, this can be done.
He loves to point out what you might miss;
A plane, a goose, a butterfly’s kiss.
Happiness and compassion you will always see
And [...]
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Alex,
Autism,
cerebral palsy,
Landau-Kleffner Syndrome,
life,
parenting,
School,
Sleep,
SPD,
Special Needs