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Toothy Tuesday

August 8, 2013 By Tara 4 Comments

Yesterday was a long day. So long that I was too tired to do the writing I had planned because I didn't finish the dishes until almost midnight. And those were dishes from the night before even! We … [Read more...]

Filed Under: autism, dentist, kitchen, mcdonalds, messes

I’m Back Baby

June 20, 2013 By Tara 6 Comments

Lots to catch up on!!  I went to Boston at the beginning of the month to see friends and relax.  It was awesome and deserves its own post.  I'm not sure what happened since then except … [Read more...]

Filed Under: adhd, autism, laundry, meltdowns

Gymnastics and Dance

May 27, 2013 By Tara Leave a Comment

This week I took Molly and Maggie to a girls night out that our local autism support chapter was holding.  They brought in 2 dance teachers who also work with kids with special needs.  The … [Read more...]

Filed Under: autism, backyard, dance, gymnastics, sports

Melatonin for Sleep Issues in Autism

May 15, 2013 By Tara 1 Comment

We finally started Molly on melatonin at night.  We didn't think that she had that much trouble with sleeping...sure the stretch of time it took to get her to drop off was increasing, and she has … [Read more...]

Filed Under: adhd, autism, melatonin, sleep

Mother’s Day

May 13, 2013 By Tara 2 Comments

Mother's Day is somewhat exhausting.  I think we're all on the same page there right?  But I am feeling pretty lucky though too.  I was showered with beautiful cards and gifts made by … [Read more...]

Filed Under: autism, cleaning, holiday, mother's day

Neighbourly Advice

May 9, 2013 By Tara 1 Comment

I was washing the dishes in the kitchen last night, listening to Maggie playing in the yard, happily enjoying the gorgeous weather that we have been blessed with.  She was alternating between the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: autism, backyard, helping people, memories, neighbours

Wardrobe Malfunctions

May 3, 2013 By Tara 2 Comments

We are having beautiful weather here in my part of Ontario.  But it's that weather where it is a little chilly for shorts in the morning still.  And with Maggie you can't make a premature … [Read more...]

Filed Under: autism, clothing, embarrassing, sisters, weather

Autism Awareness

April 2, 2013 By Tara 14 Comments

Today marks the beginning of Autism Awareness Month, with tomorrow being World Autism Awareness Day.  Honestly, the whole thing leaves me feeling conflicted, tired, and a lot like a giant fraud. I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: advocate, autism, guilt, meltdowns

Awkward Vacation Photos

January 5, 2013 By Tara 7 Comments

My eyes are green.  Hazel if you want to believe that busybody down at the DMV.  He's wrong.  I think it's the stress from the many near-death experiences he must encounter on a daily … [Read more...]

Filed Under: autism, holiday, photos, travel, vacations

I Formed a Wrestling Team

November 28, 2012 By Tara 5 Comments

This was my facebook status after school:  Here's a math problem for you: How many teachers and parents does it take to get an angry child into a minivan? Related: How many glasses of wine does … [Read more...]

Filed Under: autism, clothing, school

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