Lizze and I got Gavin a watch that monitors his heart rate.  It's very simple to use.  All he has to do is simply touch the bezel. He sees his heart rate within a few seconds.  Because he's been having so many problems lately,  we needed him to have something like this so that we can get his heart rate on the fly. Right now,  we have him getting a reading whenever he has any symptoms like,  dizziness,  nausea, chest pain or headaches. Hopefully,  we can find a pattern,  of there is one,  to what he is experiencing. For example,  if he has chest pain,  and checks his heart rate and sees that it's really high,  that gives us information.  The same goes for all his symptoms.  Hopefully,  we will…

Typically I write with much for frequency and intent.  However,  lately I've been so tired that putting my thoughts in order is very difficult.  I'm going to likely take the rest of today off and try to put things in order. Lizze and I may have a chance to get out of the house,  without the boys.  She's so overwhelmed that I want to give her as much of my attention as possible today.  She my best friend and I want to get her away for a few hours. Thanks everyone for everything... **Thanks for reading**        -Lost and Tired Please join our Autism Help Forum Look for "Autism Help" app at the Google Play Store This was posted via WordPress for Android, courtesy of Samsung's Galaxy S…

Elliott has been in very rare form as of late. His anxiety and energy levels are absolutely through the roof. He is literally bouncing off the walls,  couches,  steps,  beds and anything else foolish enough to stand in his path.  He's even been trying to ride Maggie like a horse. As you recall,  we are waiting for Elliott's medical records to be transferred before any new medication can be started to help relieve his anxiety. Until that time,  he's going to struggling and well......driving us to the brink of insanity. **Thanks for reading**        -Lost and Tired Please join our Autism Help Forum Look for "Autism Help" app at the Google Play Store This was posted via WordPress for Android, courtesy of Samsung's Galaxy S III. Please forgive…

Yesterday was the first day that we saw the meltdowns show signs of returning.  The boys were supposed to be sharing animal crackers,  but instead,  Gavin took them over and ate 90% of what was there,  all by himself. He didn't like being held accountable and so he began to kind of freak out. This sent the two E's running for cover and the stress level of the entire house, skyrocket. Having said that,  Gavin began deep breathing and made the choice to go lay down,  instead of melting down. Good job Gavin. As time goes on,  we are beginning to see the possibility of meltdowns looming on the horizon. Hopefully,  Gavin will continue to make better choices. **Thanks for reading**        -Lost and Tired Please join our…

As you have heard me say many times before,  Elliott is a huge fan of all things Super Mario. His absolute favorite is Super Mario Sunshine.  He loves everything about Mario,  including,  his water powered rocket pack,  Flood? Pictured below is Elliott's latest and greatest creation,  his own Flood.  He made this out of a paper towel role, a piece of race track and some Lego's. This is uber creative and I'm totally impressed. **Thanks for reading**        -Lost and Tired Please join our Autism Help Forum Look for "Autism Help" app at the Google Play Store This was posted via WordPress for Android, courtesy of Samsung's Galaxy S III. Please forgive any typos. I do know how to spell but auto-correct is working against me.

As a father,  I know my kids are going grow up.  However, sometimes it feels a little too fast. In this picture,  Emmett,  my just turned 4 year old,  is playing his 3DS.  He looks so grown up with his headphones on,  doesn't he? It amazes me how quickly time slips through my fingers.  I remember watching his birth as though it were yesterday. Now he's getting himself dressed, wearing flip flops and playing his 3DS. I'm so proud of him but also wishing I could slow down the passage of time,  so these moments lasted forever. **Thanks for reading**        -Lost and Tired Please join our Autism Help Forum Look for "Autism Help" app at the Google Play Store This was posted via WordPress for Android, courtesy…

Last night was a nightmare with all the noise from the people waiting for the parade. I heard several explosions, which turned out to be a string of M100's tired together with duct tape and left to explode in the middle of the street. However, some of the explosion type noises I heard turned out to be someone getting shot, half a block from my house. I don't have anymore details, as I was just informed by my neighbor. I'll hear more about it sooner or later. I don't know what happened, who was shot or if they survived. I am going to keep that person and their family in my thoughts this weekend. Life is far to precious for people to so callously end another's life. This really makes me…

Mr. Emmett John has hit yet another fever flare. This flare less fever and more mouth sores. He's absolutely miserable and I would greatly appreciate it if you would please keep him in your thoughts over the next week or so. On the positive side, at least he's not battling a high fever as well. That means that he's not confined to the house for the duration. These cycles really suck for him but they do appear to be getting better over time. Hopefully, this is an indication that he's out growing this disorder. At least we have that......