Spread Kindness

Spread Kindness

Happy World Kindness Day! No matter what is going on in your life, no matter what you are struggling with, you always can be kind. Even if you have nothing else to give, you can give kindness. I’m excited to share the story of how some very special people found a way to do just that.

As April Ends, Can We Care About EVERYONE?

As April Ends, Can We Care About EVERYONE?

If you are not living autism, it probably hasn’t been on your mind this past month. That is certainly understandable with everything going on. My heart goes out to everyone affected by this situation. ALL of our struggles are very real. And caring about any one of them doesn’t have to mean you don’t care about the rest. To my fellow autism families – my heart is especially with you.

COVID-19 And Autism: The Best Online Resources

COVID-19 And Autism: The Best Online Resources

If you are running of tools in the toolbox and scouring the internet for tips and resources to help during this indefinite, challenging time, I’m sharing below some of the resources that I’ve found to be beneficial. I hope that you find some helpful information for both you and your child.

Autism In The Time Of Corona

Autism In The Time Of Corona

This April, which is Autism Awareness Month, I’m wondering how all of the autism families are doing in the midst of this pandemic and quarantine. While this virus is very serious, for many of us the more immediate concern is what to do with and for our kids who have autism.

This April Is Canceled, But Autism Is Still Here

This April Is Canceled, But Autism Is Still Here

In the midst of the coronavirus, you might not realize that it is World Autism Awareness Day. Heck, you might not even realize that it’s April. I have no idea if the world still plans to light it up blue (though I’m fine if they don’t). While we were inundated with...
This Is 2020! Your Vision For The Future

This Is 2020! Your Vision For The Future

Every new year is seen as a new start, but 2020 feels extra special. Maybe it’s because it is a new decade. Maybe it’s because this is the only time that anyone under 100 will see the first two digits match the second two. Or maybe it’s because of...
Great Tips & Ideas for Special Needs Gift Giving

Great Tips & Ideas for Special Needs Gift Giving

Holiday gift giving is difficult, but finding gifts for those with special needs can be especially challenging. It is even harder if the recipient is nonverbal, like my 10-year old son Christopher. Here are some tips and ideas for special needs gift giving.

Happy Halloween from Holistically Whole

Happy Halloween from Holistically Whole

Happy Halloween!  Halloween in our household is hit-or-miss. And – I’m just going to say it – sometimes it is a complete $hitshow. Like the time my younger son couldn’t see with his mask and walked into a mailbox. Or when my toddler daughter...
Trader Joe’s Healthy 8: The Easiest Veggies Ever

Trader Joe’s Healthy 8: The Easiest Veggies Ever

Trader Joe’s Healthy 8 Chopped Veggie Mix it is a healthy blend of 8 vegetables already chopped for you – so you can get an awesome assortment of veggies for your meal without any effort. Try some of these delicious ideas to make the easiest veggies ever!

A Million Tiny Pebbles Build A Mountain Of Hope

A Million Tiny Pebbles Build A Mountain Of Hope

My son, who has autism, still has a long way to go, but we have made progess. So I want to end Autism Awareness Month focusing on these wins. We may not have major milestones, but we have a million tiny pebbles. That may take longer and make it more difficult to build our mountain, but we still keep going. 

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