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Picking our battles and celebrating the victories

I wish that Elliott and Emmett's would get along today.  Some of the problem is Emmett's button pushing and some of the problem is Elliott's very limited threshold for frustration. Putting the two together makes for a very volatile day.  They have actually done fairly well this evening,  only having one major blow out between them. Elliott finished his homework in record time and Emmett got ready for bed with minimal headache.  I'm making a conscience choice to try and focus on the victories,  even if they are small ones. Having said that,  despite my trying day, we have a couple victories to celebrate.  You know,  Elliott got off to school without so much as a whimper today and that's awesome.  Emmett even allowed me to take Elliott to school…

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January 31, 2013
Read more about the article Playing Viva Piñata with my #autistic son
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Playing Viva Piñata with my #autistic son

All three of my boys love playing video games. Recently, Emmett has really gotten into playing the Xbox 360. We're pretty selective about what we allow him to actually play. One of his favorite games is Viva Piñata. Talk about exploring the far reaches of his imagination. He's able to create these beautiful gardens and attract and subsequently care for these colorful piñata type creatures. It's an older game but most definitely a good one, especially for kids.  It's really cool to watch him create and care for these virtual gardens and treat them as though they were real. Is there a particular game that your kids really love to play? This site is managed via WordPress for Android, courtesy of the @SamsungMobileUS Galaxy Note 2 by @Tmobile. Please forgive any…

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January 31, 2013
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Lizze fell down the stairs today

Lizze was up all night with fibro induced insomnia,  again.  Early the morning I was awoken to Lizze's screaming and Elliott and Emmett's crying.  Moments before I awoke,  Lizze had fallen down the stairs as was screaming in pain.  The boys were crying, because they had witnessed her fall. I don't think she needs the hospital because the fall wasn't bad.  Having said that, she's out of commission for the day. I was up with her as long as I could last night, so I'm exhausted and do barely able to keep my eyes open. This site is managed via WordPress for Android, courtesy of the @SamsungMobileUS Galaxy Note 2 by @Tmobile. Please forgive any typos. I know how to spell but auto-correct hates me.  ;-) For more ways to help…

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January 31, 2013
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It’s 2am and sleep escapes me

It's about 2am and Lizze is in too much pain to sleep. I have a hard time falling asleep when I know she's not able to sleep.  So,  here I am at 2am, writing about not being able to sleep.  Right now, the stress and especially the weather is caused a really bad fibro flare and Lizze just can't shake it.  Mindless reality TV on Netflix......here we come.  This site is managed via WordPress for Android, courtesy of the @SamsungMobileUS Galaxy Note 2 by @Tmobile. Please forgive any typos. I know how to spell but auto-correct hates me.  ;-) For more ways to help the Lost and Tired family, please visit Help the Lost and Tired Family.

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January 31, 2013
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Remember the magic of @Highlights

My grandmother, God love her, bought the kids sure subscriptions to Highlights. Do you remember Highlights? I used to love Highlights and they always helped me pass the time while waiting at the doctors office. Highlights was one of the coolest magazine ever and now my kids get to have the same experience. Apparently, now there is a Highlights for different age groups as well. Lizze spent some time this afternoon reading with Emmett. I haven't heard him giggle like that in a few days. He loved the hidden pictures and was able to find most of them on his own. Thanks Grandma..... You sure know how to pick'em. :-) Now I just need to find out if they cater to 34 years olds. :-) This site is managed via…

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January 31, 2013
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Thanks @PNCBank_Help for crushing my special needs family

UPDATE: I've been contacted by PNC's social media department and they want to help. I'm grateful for them reaching out and I look forward to speaking with them soon.  UPDATE 2: It was suggested that I post a transmogrified copy of the check along with the date it was cashed. Here you go. Please notice that date on the check, the date it was cashed and the "void after 90 days". PNC informed me that they don't honor the "Void after 90 days". If that's the case, what's the point of having it on there?   I don't make it a habit of using this blog to call attention to issues I'm having with a business or company.  However, every once in awhile,  we are impacted so severely by something…

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January 30, 2013
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Congrats to Kate Ex for winning The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim for XBOX 360 Giveaway

I'm super stoked to announce the winner of our The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim for XBOX 360 Giveaway. I have the best readers in the world and ya'll deserve this free stuff. My goal is to try and brighten the lives of as many people as possible. :-) Check this site frequently for new giveaways and to see who's won already.   Now, the reason we're all here today is to announce the winner of our The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim for XBOX 360 Giveaway. The Winner is Entry #229 Kate Ex. Kate Ex has been notified of her winnings and is very excited. :-)   Right now, our sister site, My Life Beyond Labels is currently hosting yet another IdolPad 9 giveaway. If you missed out on the previous giveaways, you still have another…

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January 30, 2013