Who Will Protect Her When I’m Gone?
As a parent, we have hopes and dreams for our children. I would lie in bed, watching her sleep and…
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To My Husband Who Chose To Stay
To my husband who chose to stay: That sounds so ridiculous to say out loud, some people are currently scratching…
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From the Mom of a Special Needs Child: A Happy Halloween Starts With Building Awareness
Every year around this time, I am asked the same question: "Do you have any good tips on how to…
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My Child Has Autism and He is Awesome
I watch my wrecked world suddenly explode. Like Princess Leia, it is from a safe distance. Unlike Princess Leia, I…
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Before I Knew Autism
Before I knew it was autism, I wondered what was wrong. Why didn't you look at me when I said…
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My Son is Exactly Who He’s Meant To Be
I went to church alone today. I could have brought my two younger children but honestly, I needed 60 minutes…
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The Answer to Prayer isn’t Always What You Expect
I’ve read a lot of articles lately in regards to the church and the special needs community. Reading the comments…
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The Struggle You Don’t See in a Special Needs Family
My heart is pounding out of my chest. My hands are shaking. My face becomes flushed, and I can feel…
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He’s Extra-Unordinary and I Love Him So
This is Matthew. Matthew is smart. Too smart. But boy, is he difficult. A difficult, wonderful, unusual human. He barely…
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I’m a Special Needs Mom and I Worry
My dear sweet child, you truly are my world. We have not been with one another long, but I honestly…
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