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I’m Coming Apart at the Seams

He’s got big bags under his eyes and he’s just so incredibly sad. I have a 6 old little boy with aspergers, asthma, severe anxiety, most likely adhd and now a tree nut allergy. He’s barely eating…
Our Friend Jesus Rios

Jesus Rios came into our lives when we were in the 7th grade. At the time, my friends and I were eating lunch on our usual table and spot in the lunch area. Jesus came down to eat lunch with us with a huge smile on his…
Complications Associated with Autism

I have mentioned on at least a few occasions, how Autism can complicate just about every situation imaginable. Please keep in mind that I’m speaking only from my own personal experience. I don’t believe i…
There's More to Me Than Autism

Usually, when I sit down to write, I have things written out in my head and I simply turn them into type for all of you to read. At the very least, I have a mental outline. Not this time. There's nothing up there. I d…
Happy Mouths, Happy Meals

Sensory Problems Usually Are the Problem with Difficult Eaters Dear Sensory Smarts, My five-year-old is such a picky eater! There are only a few foods she’ll eat: pasta, pizza, and ice cream. She wants to eat ma…
Autism and Laughter

Of course there’s nothing funny about autism…no one ever said there was, but just like any child, at times my 5-year-old son with autism can be quite funny–and that certainly makes those difficult ti…
An Autistic's Logic

One of things that is utterly delightful about having someone with autism in your life is their logic. Regardless of the bad aspects that you encounter, and there are a few, the logic can undoubtedly make up for it. H…
Eating Adventures

If you grew up in the 70's (oh brother, did I just say that?), this is what you would see during commercials.
Using a Fork

Ryder has really been working hard at learning how to eat independently using utensils. Above is a clip of his triumphant stabbing of a helpless mandarin orange. He loves to pose for cameras too!
This Autism Thing is a bit Crazy

We had a talk with one of Trevor's teachers last week. It was just a quick phone call to see how things are going. Our main issue was his academics and how he was progressing. She told us that we needed to focus our a…