Apr 22, 2014 | Letting go, letting God, siblings, Uncategorized |
In honor of Autism Awareness Month and National Sibling Day (April 10), today’s post celebrates the unique, complex and extraordinary bond between special needs “Sibs” and their differently-abled brothers and sisters. Do you wanna build a... Jan 7, 2014 | Uncategorized |
Like many grade school parents, I attended a holiday concert at my younger son’s school. ‘Twas the standard, seasonal fare including Jingle Bells and Silent Nights. Some students turned out in festive dresses or collared shirts with vests. Still... Dec 3, 2013 | Faith Rehab (Mad at God), Grief & Loss, Recent Diagnosis, Uncategorized |
“Your child has autism. He’ll need at least 40 hours of intensive therapy a week. He may not learn to speak, function or live independently. He’ll likely not go to college, marry, or have his own family. You’ll have to abort your... Mar 22, 2013 | God Understands?!, Grief & Loss, Letting go, letting God, Mommy Martyrdom, Uncategorized |
Who Will Take Care Of My Child After I’m Gone? Parents of “normal” children don’t have to worry about this. It’s a given that children grow up to become independent and go off to raise children of their own. Not so for my...