Sharing “I CAN!” Attitudes: Dallas & Gabe
The Thrill of the Game I wanted to share a proud moment…I am always the proud mom, but recently my son Dallas, who is 14 (and diagnosed with Autism), began...
May/June 2012
When Your Child is Not Welcomed – Dealing with Jerks
When Your Child is Not Welcomed It still makes my blood boil. It’s been two years since we were asked to leave a tumbling class at a local “family fitness...
Sugar Addiction
Merriam-Webster defines addiction as a compulsive need for, and use of, a habit-forming substance characterized by tolerance and by well-defined physiological symptoms upon withdrawal. After reading that definition, could you...
From The Heart: Look Up
This issue shares about summer fun and travel. It reminded me of a trip that I took several years ago with my brother and sister, for a family reunion, to...
Mommy’s Timeout: Mentawai Island Magnificent Ocean
Take a time out and use visualization meditation to relax. Picture yourself here amongst the magnificent ocean. Enjoy the fragrance of the sea air. Take a couple of deep...
5 Sensational Outdoor Activities For Kids With Sensory-Sensitivities
Outdoor Sensory Activities Winter has finally let go, passing the weather reins onto spring. Thank goodness! Now, we can open our windows, clear out the cobwebs, and, most importantly, get...
Simple Treasures: Special Memories
Special Memories I’m sharing with you one of my most treasured collections: a shadow/memory box full of my children’s “firsts”… first outfits or special items from their first year. How...
Tiny Light Maxxwell
Maxxwell Tiny Light Maxxwell is definitely a charmer. He knows he’s is cute and loves getting attention. If this toddler blows you a kiss, that means he really likes you....
Happy Mother’s Day: Our Special Tribute to Special Mothers Everywhere…
Our Special Tribute to Special Mothers Videos compiled from “Mom and Me “cover contest submissions, thank you to all that participated. “A mother understands what a child does not say.”...
Ask the Nurse: Botox Injections for Toe Walkers?
Answer: I have heard that Botox can help some special needs children in the area of “Toe-walking”. Is there any truth to this and if so, how? What might I...
