This is my "office"This is where I commute 7 minutes to everyday. I could stand out here all day taking in the crabapple blooms and the lavender fragrance. It's very soul soothing. ... More »

I wrote this post almost 2 years ago about me taking Cuyler to see The Wiggles.I was thrilled that I was able to take him and and that he enjoyed as much as he did. It was a great day.The thing with Cuyler (and many kids on the spectrum) is that he can get "stuck" on things.First it was The Wiggles:Then it was Thomas the Tank Engine: Then...it was back to The Wiggles:Last year seemed to be a turning point. He was very interested in movies. He and Sean would go see every new release that came out that was family... More »

I spend my days with toddlers. My days are often messy and loud and sometimes a little stinky and exhausting. And I like it.I found this on my lap the other day at workand it made me miss the tiny hand prints that used to smudge my windows and furniture.I still have hand and fingerprints everywhere, but the hands that leave them are bigger and the fingers are less chubby.Which makes them...less cute.But I'll still miss them when they aren't there anymore.... More »

The smell of sunscreen, fresh cut grass and back yard barbecues.The first soccer practice of the season.and this song playing in my head all day...Summer's comin!... More »

Every single day I wonder: "Have I done enough for him?""Am I doing enough for him?""Did I do enough today?""Do we have enough money for this?"Is my effort and energy enough?"And every single day I think the answer is no.I know that I can only do what I can do but I always go to bed thinking that I could have done more.I was given some sound advice from a fellow ASD parent last night. He suggested that when I feel that way  - just try to do better tomorrow. Guilt is a common emotion that wracks parents who are raising children... More »

It finally felt like a real spring day. It was a P.D.Day and the perfect day for a juice stand. They made $5.60 each. Welcome, Spring. We've been waiting for you. ... More »

Cam came home from school last week and asked me the following question:"When I turn 18, how much will you pay me if I don't do drugs or alcohol?"My response was a swift "I will pay you nothing. That's the dumbest thing I've heard. You want me to pay you for not doing stuff your NOT supposed to do?"He went on to tell me that the D.A.R.E. officer at his school suggested that the kids make that deal with their parents.I'm not sure whether to complain to the school or just deal with the issue by sticking to my initial response.... More »

I'm not talking coffee!How many of you have enough cleaning product left at the bottom of the bottle that it feels like a waste to dump out but there is not enough to bring up through the trigger?If you're like me, you splash a dash of water into the bottle so the trigger can pull the cleaner up the tube and you are now cleaning with diluted product. Not anymore! No more transferring, tilting or any other crazy maneuvers to get the last drop of cleaning goodness. Clorox has recently introduced an exclusive new technology - SMART TUBE® TECHNOLOGY - with which you... More »

Just because I'm in love with the fact that Cuyler is in love with our dog.                                    and a gratuitous "Cutest Dog Ever" photo!... More »

Seriously. What the hell?I know that April is usually a bit up and own, but really? Sun, rain, a thunderstorm and then some snow.We'll hit 25°c Thursday and drop down to -1°c by Saturday.Did you not consider all of those couples who had planned and hoped for a beautiful April wedding? They probably anticipated rain but likely weren't counting on snow.Cam and Eva are alright with it, but poor Cuyler. It's was enough that on March 20th the snow didn't melt and the sun didn't shine warmly down to freckle our faces like it is supposed to in Spring, but... More »