At the End of His Short Life, Friendship Mattered
To the mother of my son’s best friend . . . thank you. When my son was little, I prayed…
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Mothering a Child With Big Emotions is Heavy
Dear son with all the big emotions, I get it, you’ve had a long day. There was lots to learn…
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Dear Preschool Graduate, I’m So Proud of You
You didn’t turn around and wave at me as you walked into preschool this morning. Not today, on your very…
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An Open Letter To the New Cancer Mom
This is an open letter to the early days me—when my son’s cancer diagnosis was first spoken over him—and to…
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My Big Boy Still Needs His Mommy
"Mom, check out this tiny grasshopper!" says my son as he waves a humongous booger in my face. Yes, my…
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You Can Stay With Me As Long As You Want
You cried when I dropped you off at your gymnastics class this afternoon. You’ve been going for more than a…
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Dear Son, I Love You More Than You’ll Ever Understand
Dear son, As we approach your third birthday, I can’t help but reflect back on these past years. It’s just…
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The Real Reason I Say No To Electronics
Dear boys, Do you remember the day we went to the drugstore and the lady said, “Wow, you are the…
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Sometimes I Forget To Slow Down, But You Remind Me
Sometimes I forget to slow down . . . but you remind me. When I’m running around the house trying…
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To My Son With Autism, I’m Sorry
To my son with profound autism, I’m sorry I didn’t try medication sooner. I’m sorry that I was more concerned…
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Dear Autism Parent, I Will Sit With You in the Dark
I’ll sit with you in the dark. Every day. Every hour. Every minute For as long as you need. I’ll…
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When Autism Came Into Our Lives, I Wish Someone Had Said “It Will Be OK”
I’ve had a hard time finding the voice to share lately. The story I feel it’s imperative to share is…
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