June 2017 Funny how when you know something is coming, but can't bring yourself to actually admit it. That is where I found myself, unable to actually post my last entry. So here's the update... We met with a pediatric neurologist, who agrees what I saw sounds like seizures. However, she feels like they are…
Mr. Man has started Kindergarten. This is something I have struggled with for a while. We had always planned to homeschool. However, we know firsthand things rarely go according to plan. We (my husband and I) agreed to try Kindergarten as a trial. See how Mr. Man does and what kind of services he can…
As I watch the tell-tale signs, listen to the whines and see the temperature right on the edge: I steal myself for what I know is coming. I think about our schedule for the next week and begin making mental adjustments, shifting to the plan B's. I have to laugh a little. It's so funny…
Why did I think this would get easier as they got older? When they were little and had no language, I remember thinking....When they get older it will be easier. When Mr. Man learns to talk the meltdowns will lessen and things will be easier. When Monkey isn't a toddler, dealing with Mr. Man's behaviors…
Summer is coming to an end. It's hot and we're burnt out. We school throughout the year but have been pushing to finish a few areas before moving on in August. Curriculum boxes are arriving. We are anxious to start the new and the boys are tired of the (same) old. Sometimes, you just need…
My family enjoys board gaming. Especially my husband. He works on writing for a local gaming company and has his own blog over at The Eclectic Bean where he reviews board games. So, our children have grown up around the game table. In a time when children are exposed to far more screen time than…
My boys LOVE playing hide and seek. However, this can be challenging because it's often too hot to play outside and our house is very small, with few good hiding places for growing boys. Timberdoodle's Hide & Seek Polar Bear is an amazing solution! This cute little bear connects to your phone using an app…
Mr. Man has always loved music. Some of my favorite memories, and home videos, are of our late night dance parties. Sleep was never "normal" in our house. It never failed, as soon as mom and dad were ready to collapse into bed, Mr. Man would be up and ready to party. We started playing…
It's summer....it's Arizona.....and this Mama doesn't do the heat. This is one of the reasons we continue to school throughout the year. Not the most important reason, but one of them. Keeping our schedule as consistent as possible is extremely important in our world. But we make sure to occasionally incorporate fun learning activities that…
I wanted to take a moment and share something that happened last week... But first, I want to start by saying that I know how lucky I am. My boys are Autistic. Chances are you know someone who is Autistic. The current rate of Autism is 1 in 44. Think about that. 1 in 44.…
I am participating in the Timberdoodle Blog Hop. I thought I would take a moment to introduce my boys to our new readers and update those who have been following our story. This is Mr. Man... He is my sweet, loving, 7-year-old, Pokemon fanatic. He loves to sing and draw. He was diagnosed with Autism…
Wow, I cannot believe it has been almost 1 year! We jumped into homeschooling out of desperation and haven't looked back. It has been a huge journey/adventure! I was a classroom teacher for many years and started last Spring with on point of view- boy has that changed! Homeschooling is so different from classroom teaching.…
I will spare the birth details, but needless to say Mr. Man arrived in summer of 2012. Most people talk about the joys of birth. At the time I didn't know better, but came to the conclusion....those people are idiots, because it sucked. Complications, on my part, led to a very long recovery and Mr.…
"Back" to school is always an exciting time. As a year-round homeschooling family, I find it important to be intentional about making this time of year special for the boys- and mama! Back to school is a way for the children to mark the passage of time and its a time of renewal. For Mr.…
This is the no-recipe for my Homemade Granola. Crunchy, full of healthy fats and no processed sugar. Perfect for breakfast with some delicious Greek yogurt and your favorite fruit.
