I stare. I wonder. I swear, I spend so much of my time just doing those 2 things, hoping for answers.
I stare at Mateo when he sleeps wondering if he’s truly happy. I wonder what he dreams about and how his day went. I stare at him while he splashes in a mud puddle…
I wish that I could be one of those positive autism moms—one of those moms who are open and accepting of the hand that they have been dealt. I wish that I could tell all the parents of children who are newly diagnosed with autism that it’s going to be ok. But for me, my…
Our daughter Keyrielle is 5 years old, but she looks 7. She was blessed with impeccable height for she stands 4 feet tall. She celebrates her 6th birthday on August 23. Her dad named her. It is derived from the Latin term “Keyrie-Eleison” which means “Lord have Mercy.” Keyrielle has lived up to the power…
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No Maps
In keeping with the global awareness and solidarity of World Down Syndrome Day, March 21st, I am celebrating my son, Zayne Craig, who was diagnosed at birth with Down’s Syndrome. Let’s take off our rose-coloured glasses and face facts. We are all on a journey,…
So, I’ve been debating on whether to share this story or not. Part of me is happy; but another part of me - well, I’m actually kinda embarrassed.
You see, Teo has learned a new word….
My Happy Dance
I mean, he only has about 10 words that he says regularly. So he is learning a…
