Emmett is becoming more and more aggressive,  especially towards Lizze.  We had thought that things were improving,  however,  in reality we may have just been in the eye of the storm. Lizze has cuts and scratches on her face from Emmett.  I don't know what his rational for basically assaulting Lizze is.  I know it's demoralizing for Lizze and frustrating for everyone else.  I don't know how we are supposed to stop this or at least curb the behavior. - Lost and Tired Posted by Wordpress for Android via Samsungs Epic Touch 4G (provided to me at no charge by Sprint) without the use of proper editing tools and disadvantages of a bastardized version of auto-correct. So please forgive the spelling ;-) Please Vote for Lost and Tired (just click…

The other day,  Emmett had a corndog for lunch.  Not the healthiest of choices but it was something other than dry Ramon Noodles for a change. Anyway,  after putting his lunch on his little picnic table,  I went to get him something to drink.  When I came back,  he was gone.....and so was his corndog. After looking around in his favorite hiding places,  including the dog kennel,  I moved my search to the 2nd floor. The last room on the list was the first place I should have looked.  When I opened Elliott's bedroom door,  this is what I saw.  Emmett was sprawled out,  half on the headboard or his bed and half on the window sill.  The TV was off but he was just sitting there,  all alone and…

I think it's important to help people understand some of what families like mine go through. This meltdown in particular was very, very mild.  However, I thought it may help someone to see how we managed it. It's important to note that I have to handle Gavin's meltdowns in a........certain way, otherwise he will escalate. We have found that this type of approach works best to bring him back from these meltdowns. Your milage may very but I just want to demonstrate what I do to manage these situations. Gavin, got himself under control rather quickly. So my hats off to him on this one. It may sound weird to some but he really did control himself well here.   [youtube width="720" height="480"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxGa90wM2lU[/youtube]

Emmett and Elliott have been collecting leaves.  They were very fond of these two in particular.  I honestly don't know why.  However,  they were happy and that's what's important.  Seeing them happy warms my heart and always leafs me with a smile :O - Lost and Tired Posted by Wordpress for Android via Samsungs Epic Touch 4G (provided to me at no charge by Sprint) without the use of proper editing tools and disadvantages of a bastardized version of auto-correct. So please forgive the spelling ;-) Please Vote for Lost and Tired (just click the link) and help me spread Autism Awareness. Everyone can Vote once a day :)

I hope everyone is having a happy sweetest day today.  As special needs parents,  I think that we often times overlook these little holidays in lue of the bigger picture. However,  it's important to remember to celebrate these days whenever you can.  It helps to provide a sense of normalcy and can help strengthen you relationship with you significant other. Lizze and I rarely ever celebrate these because we are either to tired or have our hands full.  I do always try to make sure Lizze knows how much I love and appreciate her.  Today her mother came and picked her up and take her to the store so she could get some school clothes for Gavin and Elliott.  Lizze couldn't drive herself but I wanted her to get out…

Elliott had nightmares for the 3rd night in a row.  He was up,  tossing,  turning and screaming for most of the night.  We actually had a chance to sleep since Emmett was at grandma's but I was up with one Mr.  Elliott Richard most of the night.  Lizze however,  got some sleep but woke up pretty sick. Emmett just got home and is already raising hell. With that said,  it's really good to have him home.  I really missed him last night.  I got my big hug and kiss so my day has officially begun. - Lost and Tired Posted by Wordpress for Android via Samsungs Epic Touch 4G (provided to me at no charge by Sprint) without the use of proper editing tools and disadvantages of a bastardized version…