Back-to-School & IEP Tips
I looked my 10 year old in the eye just yesterday and said: “Michael, you know we have…
Elizabeth: Our Summer Speech Therapy Schedule
So many parents, at this time of year, find themselves throwing out old notebooks, half used crayons, semi-dried-out…
Elizabeth: Speech Goals
GOALS. My wish list. Two things that I have carried with me since Elizabeth was born. Actually, more…
Socialization at School
Sometimes it is weird how you will look back on certain times in your life and see the…
How We Survive the Holiday Season
Merry Christmas, Happy New Year … Welcome to the holiday season! When you have a child with special…
Learning to Behave in Public
I think one of the hardest things to do when raising a child with special needs is to…
Middle School Awaits
It is funny but just as soon as you get used to something, that something changes. I am sure…
Overcoming the Unexpected
Learning something from a previous experience or mistake is a common thing in life. We all do it. …
A Mother Learns Many Lessons
Elizabeth is one of those children, lucky or unlucky, depending on how you see it, who has a…
Interning in Advocacy
I left everyone last month by saying that Elizabeth was going to school! What an accomplishment for her…