Saying “no” is something many people take for granted.
I've shared this meme before, but Jonah's use of the word "no" will come and go when he is protesting something. It…
One thing this journey has taught me is…
One thing this journey has taught me is that "Your eyes don't always tell you the whole truth." Now, before I presume…
Before Jonah was diagnosed, I had all these preconceived notions about “autism.”
Before Jonah was diagnosed, I had all these preconceived notions about “autism.” I thought I knew what the future would…
Many people think we are “strong” parents…
Many people think we are "strong" parents. They say that because they compare their IDEA of parenthood to our REALITY.…
We celebrate all the milestones and the progress Jonah has made…
Yes. This. We celebrate all the milestones and the progress Jonah has made... But it’s not been all “sunshine and…
Waiting for the “other shoe to drop”
I think there must be a high pollen count today... or dust or something. This morning, Jonah slept in his own bed and…
On Jonah’s last day of preschool…
On Jonah's last day of preschool I find myself reflecting on how far Jonah has come. When we started the school year,…
A roundup from the last few weeks of Jonah’s ABA. (video)
This is a roundup from the last few weeks of Jonah's ABA. Jonah has been doing ABA for about 7 months now. When we…
“You don’t look autistic” isn’t really a complement…
Even when said with the best intentions, "You don't look autistic" isn't really a complement... It's like in the movie…
What is/was the milestone in your house that changed EVERYTHING?
What is/was the milestone in your house that changed EVERYTHING? For us, when Jonah figured out door handles, that was…