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10 Things that Make Me Happy
A fellow blogger and mama extraordinaire just listed the 10 Things That Make Me Happy on her blog, Mommy to Two Boys - so in honor of her, I would also like to chime in with all things positive. To all my fellow blogger… -
Socialization is Becoming Lost
I took Ava to a birthday party today. Her two friends, a set of twin boys, turned 2. They are the cutest little guys -- I just want to squeeze them every time I see them. Both are so smart, and so loving. And they d… -
I Want to Fire Everyone!
Last week I was at my breaking point. This week I feel like giving up. I want to fire everyone. Early Intervention, although we are fortunate to have such a program in NJ, is a difficult system to navigate. It does… -
The Individualized Family Service Plan Update
How do you feel when someone says they cannot help your child - after you've asked for help and have no where else to turn? I felt like I was kicked in the stomach. -
Time to start a new blog
I started my blog almost 2 years ago in the hope that I would learn and express my feelings about autism -- a disorder that has made it's way into my life via my daughter's diagnosis. I wanted to sort out my feelings… -
Why don't they "Get It"?
I am so grateful for the people in my life - family, friends and acquaintances - who completely understand what it is like to raise a child with special needs. I am indebted to their kindness, generosity and compassio… -
"Is your daughter autistic because of vaccinations?"
As a parent of a child with autism I am frequently asked, "Do you think your daughter is autistic because of the vaccinations?" I hate that question because it either puts me in one camp or another. And I am in neith… -
No placement
Ava will be three on January 30. And, as of now, we have no placement for her. For those of you not familiar with special needs issues, when a child turns 3, he/she is entitled to a FREE, APPROPRIATE PUBLIC EDUCATIO… -
The "Harpo Marx & Ava Connection"
New Year's Eve brings many traditions. Champagne at midnight. The ball dropping in Times Square. Kissing a loved one when the clock strikes twelve. And one of my favorites, a Marx Brothers marathon on TV. I reme…
About allaboutava
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- Name: allaboutava
- About Me: I have the honor of being the mother to a beautiful little girl. I did not think motherhood would be a possibility, but thanks to the perseverance of my husband and a few medical professionals, Ava was born. I've tried my best to take care of her, help her learn and be there for her every need. She is a special needs child who was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder in October, 2009. She has a long road ahead of her -- and I will be there every step of the way.
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