CHAMILIA by SWAROVSKI SUPPORTS AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH It’s officially Autism Awareness Month and since our son was diagnosed last year with Autism, this is a cause that is very near and dear to my heart. Chamilla by Swarovski is giving you a chance to show your support in a very stylish way. Check out this…
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Yes, I’m Scared for My Son’s Life
Yes, I’m Scared for My Son’s Life As an African-American mother of three sons, my mind has been on all the happens around the country regarding “Black Lives”. When Trayvon Martin was gunned down in his prime I wore a sweatshirt in his honor, I even included my kids. When I finally brought myself to…
Living Life in Five Minute Intervals #Autism
Living Life in Five Minute Intervals Originally I didn’t know why my toddler had so much energy. It seemed like they was always filled with energy. I have a love/hate relationship with his nap time and I even have a cut off point of how late in the afternoon he can nap. If he falls…
Starter Signs from Baby Sign Language
Starter Signs from Baby Sign Language My three-year old toddler was diagnosed with Autism this summer. One of his challenges is that he’s non-verbal. He’s three and although he was talking fine at first, around 18 months of age he started to lose words. At the time of his testing he was still saying “mama”…
The Ugly Side of the Autism Waiver Registry
The Ugly Side of the Autism Waiver Registry I shared my son’s recent diagnosis of Autism through Child Find. One of the things they recommended was getting his name added to the Autism Waiver Registry. I was not familiar with the registry at all or what kind of services it provides so I needed to…
J.B’s Child Find Screening Results
J.B’s Child Find Screening Results The letter came almost seven weeks ago. It was about mid July and I can and will always remember opening that letter. I knew it would change our lives but nothing prepares you to start that process and be ready for that change. You know when you apply for college…
Wishing and Waiting for Words
Wishing and Waiting for Words I’m the proud mommy of a brave, daring, loving, happy, joyful, strong, bold, independent, funny, handsome, silly, adventurous, and sometimes even mean two-year old boy. Bringing him into this world was not easy at all. You can read all about his delivery here. Ever since his birth day he has…