A bit later on this afternoon, we will be going to my parents house in order to participate in a Memorial Day cookout.  There won't be a large crowd today and the will be plenty of good food. Gavin's been having issues today so I'm not sure how well he's gonna do but we're certainly gonna try. I hope that you all have a great day.  Please remember all those who have fought, sacrificed and died for the freedom that we enjoy today. This site is managed almost exclusively via WordPress for Android. Please forgive any typos as autocorrect HATES me. ;-) Follow @Lost_and_Tired Visit the My Autism Help Forums To reach me via email, please Contact Me

I wanted to open up a discussion on Autism related obsessions or fixations.  I know that some people don't like the word obsession but for many families, obsession is what they are dealing with. Personally, I don't find obsession offensive at all because it accurately describes the behaviors some kids, like mine, exhibit. The way I see it, candy coating things doesn't do anyone any favors because it's basically ignoring the reality of the situation and pretending it's different than what it actually is.  On the other hand, many kids on the Autism Spectrum can be interested in things, without taking it toothed level of obsession. Everyone is different. Putting aside the disagreements over words choice, let's talk about how you deal with this type of behavior.  What types of…

Every holiday, my family faces a dilemma.  Should we celebrate with family and friends, even though out three little ones with Autism will likely pay a price? Should we stay at home and just pay it safe? These are really important questions.  As far as my family is concerned, sometimes we play it safe and other times we through caution to the wind. Everything in life is a gamble, if you really think about it. What do you and your family do for the holidays? Have you found ways to minimize the stress on your child with Autism? Here's a few things that we have found that helps, when we visit family/friends for the holidays; 1) Never be afraid to leave, even if it appears to be rude. 2) We…

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Emmett had a really rough day yesterday.  His mouth is really sore and he's still trying to adjust to Gavin moving back home. After a really emotional afternoon, Emmett fell asleep on the couch, next to me.  What helped him to calm down and fall asleep, you ask. Simple.  His snuggle buddy Blue.  Blue is Emmett's cat, whom Emmett has great affection for.  He's really a pretty amazing cat because he tolerates a great deal of less than gentle attention from Emmett. He actually fell asleep snuggling Blue yesterday and I was able to snag these adorable pictures.  Way, way, way too friggin cute.  Am I right? Of course I am.  :-) This site is managed via WordPress for Android, courtesy of the @SamsungMobileUS Galaxy Note 2 by @Tmobile. Please…

The boys are pretty big into The Avengers right now and today, Emmett decided to draw Captain America.  :-) I love his creativity and the fact that he carefully torn him out of the larger piece of paper that gave birth to him. One of my most favorite things in the world is looking at the amazing things that my little minions manage to muster up with their beautifully creative minds. Great job Emmett, Daddy is sooooo proud of you.  :-) This site is managed via WordPress for Android, courtesy of the @SamsungMobileUS Galaxy Note 2 by @Tmobile. Please forgive any typos as autocorrect HATES me. ;-) Check out my #Autism Awareness Store to find really cool and unique #Autism Awareness Clothing and Accessories, designed by me. ;-) For more…

I just left my neighbors house after finding out that someone on a bike, rode by and was firing a pellet gun at our houses. It was roughly 10pm around the time this happened. The jackass on the bike shot out my neighbors window and literally blew out the back window of their car. While Lizze and I were watching TV, in front of our giant picture frame window, I heard something ping off the siding of our house but couldn't find the cause.  Before bed, I was letting the dogs out and my neighbor called me over. Someone had actually witnessed what happened and said it was a guy,  early 20's...... maybe. Hard to tell cause it was so dark out.  The guy was riding a bike and firing…