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Secret's to Life

I think I have finally discovered one of life's secrets.... the secret to feeling really, really great! Here's how it goes:
The TSA Responds

Earlier today, I wrote about my concerns over how “Autism symptoms may make the TSA think you’re a terrorist“, in which their new “behavior screening” process is essentially them making co…
The TSA May View Those with Autism Symptoms as Terrorists

I’m not really a fan of using sensationalist headlines to grab a reader but in this case, I think it’s warranted because the sad fact of the matter is.. it’s true. A news article was brought to my atte…
Carly Fleischmann's Airline Issue

In this episode, I feature Autism Self-Advocate/Celebrity Carly Fleischmann who has been in the news recently for being told on a flight back to her hometown to not use her iPad during takeoff. Carly is nonverbal and r…
Our Daughter and Her Camera

We just wrapped up a 2,500 mile road trip through the Rockies, into Edmonton Alberta, for a wedding and quote - family vacation - unquote. Any family with a three year old and six year old would be strained at the ed…
Memoir Monday - The Unimaginable Happened

It's Monday! As any brained washed cult member does, I'm dutifully obeying Travis and posting a true story, displaying his new button and inviting ya'll to join us.
One Heck of a Day (& Night)

After 2 full days (and 3 nights) of James being sick and crying, I decided it probably wasn't the flu that was making him so sick. I called for a weekend appointment. Unfortunately, the earliest one was nearly 4 hours…
Cruise Tips for Autistic Families

For anyone considering or already booked on a cruise , here are a few useful tips and pointers to help you get the most out of your cruise experience. Before You Board Before you board, be sure to get travel insuranc…
Airlines and Autism: Anxiety with Flying

I received an message on my Facebook today from a most distraught mother whose family was kicked off an airplane when her autistic daughter wasn't able to fasten her seat belt because of her anxiety with flying. The a…
Vacationing In Virginia With The Family

I had a nice weekend with my family. We went up to Virginia, and stayed in a small motel in Williamsburg. Originally, we were going to find a place to camp, but the motel was having a special. Only $35.99 a night. My…