September 5, 2008
- The Evaluation Tightrope
Let me preface this post by saying that I am truly thankful for the behavioral health services we have access to in our state, and that I generally try to focus on the positive. (…)
September 4, 2008
- Next On The Pre-Natal Extermination List: Autism?
In an article written for the New York Daily News, Valerie Karr, a Ph.D candidate , and a disability advocate, dishes up some interesting food for thought. (…)
September 3, 2008
- Expecting Too Much?
Unfortunately the conversation related below actually took place. And even though it was five years ago, it probably won’t surprise some parents that not much has changed. (…)
- Building Bridges
We've seen the looks. We've heard the comments. We've witnessed the pity as you have compared our child to yours.
And released a sigh of gratitude. (…)
September 2, 2008
- Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Day 09/09
Simply because you believe your life is not directly affected by FASD, please do not think this post is meaningless to you. Your life is affected. (…)
August 31, 2008
- This Just In: Short, Sweet and Upbeat
Have you heard the news over at 5 Minutes For Moms about their new series on how "Blogs Can Change Lives?"
An Innovative Path For Reaching Kids With Special Needs
Dance, And The Whole World Just May Dance With YouTo View In HD Click HERE. (…)
August 30, 2008
- Special Edition This Just In: Sarah Palin
From The Dayton Daily News
Governor Sarah Palin of Alaska has been selected as John McCain’s choice for Vice Presidential nominee of the Republican Party. (…)
August 27, 2008
- Take Two Minutes. Save 100 Lives.
If you could help save a child's life with just a few clicks of your mouse and two minutes of your time , would you? (…)
August 20, 2008
- Plays Well With Others
Yesterday Parker had the opportunity to play with a couple of friends, who along with their parents, stopped by for a quick visit. (…)
August 16, 2008
- Pride In Association
There is a lot that I am proud of. My husband. My kids. My recent 44 pound (and still counting..sigh…..) weight loss. (…)
August 15, 2008
- Bedside Manner — Right or Privilege?
I hear it all the time. You have too. (…)
- Learning To Make Sense Of An IEP
Each time I go through the process of working with Michael's team to write an Individualized Education Program (IEP), I get a little bit better at it. (…)
August 13, 2008
- Tropic Blunder: The Protests Continue
I just read that Newsweek is proclaiming Tropic Thunder the best comedy of the year and that the OCregister gave this movie an "A".
Ebay has auctions for THOSE shirts. (…)
August 11, 2008
- Once Upon A Time There Was A Retard….
Such is the tag line to a new, big budget, R-rated summer movie opening today. (…)
August 10, 2008
- "Eat Healthy Foods"
One of my main goals as a parent of children with disabilities is to help my children become effective self-advocates. (…)
August 8, 2008
- Never Letting Go Of Hope
The most intriguing session on the agenda at the autism conference I attended this week was titled “Yes, Your Child Is Autistic, But Who Are You?” It was presented by Eustacia Cutler, and if that name is not familiar to you, you may have heard of her daughter, Temple Grandin (well-known in the areas of both animal welfare and autism advocacy). (…)
August 3, 2008
- This Just In
Parker and I give two big thumbs UP for the University of Michigan's bicycle program.
Did you know that just 10% of kids with Down syndrome learn to ride a bike. (…) - The Quirk Factor - An Interview with Melissa
Today's blogger interview is with a Mom whose site, The Quirk Factor, I visit daily. (…)
July 30, 2008
- A Dog's Life
I watched a news piece the other day about a very special place called the Rolling Dog Ranch. The Rolling Dog Ranch Animal Sanctuary in Montana rescues and shelters disabled animals. (…)
- A Letter To Our Occupational Therapist
Dear OT,
My son absolutely can and does reach across midline, on a regular basis, spontaneously during regular play.
Oh. You need proof, eh? (…)
