Four Years Time…

I'm currently sitting in my living room, looking at my Christmas tree. I see all the presents underneath and I am overcome with emotion. I know the gifts under the tree isn't what this time of year is about but let me explain. Four years ago, all I had was a small tree, which I…

Grateful Sunday

A very special Grateful Sunday today as it is Christmas Eve. Here are a few things that I'm grateful for this past week. My best friend Jodi. She's always there to listen when I'm stressed. Though she may not always understand all the factors that I face with my son's autism & the difficult moments,…

Grateful Sunday

I'm grateful for... Sharing giggles and being silly with my little boy. Anyone who sees my son for the person he is and not his diagnosis. Our village online. You've been a wonderful community and thankful to have you in our little village we've built. Your support is most appreciated. A full nights sleep. It's…

Grateful Sunday

I am grateful for.... Another year of life. My birthday was the 10th. My best friend for making sure I wasn't alone on my birthday. My best friend, again, for telling me that I am worthy and loved.  My son, for always cheering me on while I run. He gives me the will to finish.…

Another Blessed Year

Today is my birthday. I usually don't celebrate my birthday. Honestly, it's been years since anyone in my family celebrated my birthday or anyone's for that matter. Somewhere along the line, birthdays became more of a burden than a blessing. That is not what I want for myself or for my son. I want memories. …

Grateful Sunday

It's another Sunday. Here are the things I am grateful as I reflect on the past week. I am grateful for.... My best friend. She is always there for me no matter what. She knows the stress I endure daily as a single autism mother and she doesn't judge. She always offers us love and…