I haven't written in a while if you had read my previous posts my oldest daughter had been very ill this winter. After numerous tests including an MRI and a few ultrasounds, and X-rays. we were able to move the colonoscopy date up by a month. We anticipated an inflammatory bowel disease diagnosis, and she was… Continue reading Bree’s Medical update
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Happy Belated Birthday Chocolate Mousse Cake!
Since Bree had her surgery back on Mack’s birthday, I never had a chance to make him a birthday cake. Last night, I finally had the time. I don't think Mack really cared that we hadn't celebrated his birthday, but the kids did. Mack's favorite cake is chocolate cake with chocolate mousse frosting and filling.… Continue reading Happy Belated Birthday Chocolate Mousse Cake!
Homemade Nut-Free Vanilla Granola
autism and empathy
You often hear that having autism means a lack empathy and emotion. I know for a fact this isn't true, both of my boys are empathetic they regularly have and show many feelings. I realize that these feelings may sometimes be more difficult for them, to process then acknowledge and express but they are absolutely present, and… Continue reading autism and empathy
Handsome- you will always be missed.
We will always love you Handsome, we miss you every day. You will always be a part of our family, you loved and protected us; we are all the better for having you as our family pet. RIP
Feeling helpless when you can’t make the pain go away
It’s hard to see your child suffering in pain. It’s even more challenging when they can’t figure out what is causing the pain. A few days after our first visit with the gastroenterologist the nurse practitioner called to give the results of Bree’s labs. Luckily they all came back normal, which was great but… Continue reading Feeling helpless when you can’t make the pain go away
Please Pardon The Mess.
I know Toy storage isn’t just an autism parenting problem. I'm pretty sure it's a problem for a lot of parents. Currently, we have more toys than I really want to admit, I try and try to come up with organized solutions. I do have the kids put away things when they are done… Continue reading Please Pardon The Mess.
Here is a pencil, please accept it.
Here’s a pencil. Please accept it. Unless you live under a rock, it has been impossible to escape politics. I'm going to go with the trend and voice some concern. I regularly follow and yes, even enjoy politics. I respect everyone's political opinion even if I don't agree. I’m all for voicing concerns and disagreements… Continue reading Here is a pencil, please accept it.
Update
The Stressed Nest- update! It has been two years since my last blog post. I have decided I’m going to give this blog thing a real chance. My new year’s resolution is to post weekly. I know, it’s already February so, I’m already behind on my resolution…. As usual, it has been very stressful and… Continue reading Update
Cake Decorating as therapy!
As I mentioned in my previous post I have been a bit anxious recently. I would like to say this is a new problem but It’s not. I’m pretty much anxious over everything especially when it comes to my kids. One of the things that can really trigger my anxiety is my family's food allergies. … Continue reading Cake Decorating as therapy!