I don’t know how they have agreed to this, but the boys are settling into some very definite roles when they play act together. For example, when they watch The Empire Strikes Back, Tad is always Darth Vader and Rerun is always Luke Skywalker.  It’s getting more hilarious all the time, and I really need […]

I got a phone call from Ane’s school nurse yesterday morning, which is never a good sign.  I knew it was the school calling from the caller ID, and since Ane is not a discipline problem, I knew it was either her teacher or the nurse.  It was the nurse. I was afraid that I […]

For an autistic kid, Tad does sure have some interesting sensory needs and responses.  And because of that, I wear many “hats” for him within the course of a day. As an example, take last night.  I had finally hit my limit on how fluffy his hair had gotten.  But I don’t really feel like […]

Tad is fascinated with the concept of a baby growing inside of me, and the changes in my size.  And ever since he was able to feel actual kicking, his interest has only gotten stronger. Lately, he’s been asking me “Mama, is the baby growing?” and I will let him feel whatever movement is going […]