Grieving During the Holidays as a Special Needs Family
The holiday season is my favorite time of the year. I love Christmas. Celebrating the birth of Jesus, the decorated trees, nativity scenes, cookies, seeing family, ringing in the new [...]
To My Child With Special Needs: Thank You
I know my stress levels never seem to ease. I'm always tired and this affects my willingness to play every time you wish. I apologize if my continued state of [...]
Being a Special Needs Mom Taught Me How To Love
Dear son, I am blessed to be your mom because you have taught me what life is truly about. I like to think I was a pretty decent person before you [...]
Early Signs of Autism I Missed
When Grasshopper was first diagnosed with autism we were relieved to finally have some answers. The diagnosis meant we had answers as to what was behind behaviors he displayed. Before my world [...]
The Grieving Cycle of Special Needs Parents
Previously, I had shared why it's so important for parents of special needs children to grieve their child's diagnosis. Today, I want to expand on that and discuss the fact [...]