source A few days ago, I was reading the story Green Eggs and Ham to Little Man. It is a childhood book that is referenced in movies, sitcoms, jokes, and general conversation because of its classic story line. Many can quote pieces from this book. Do you like green eggs and ham? I do not like them, Sam-I-am. And because of the popularity ...
Disabilities
When we dreamed about a family, my husband and I never imagined the challenges that we would face. It wasn't in our plans to have children with diagnoses and disabilities. But, none of this was a surprise to God. He knew that our children would need us; and we would need them.
This blog was started to encourage and help families, especially those with challenging children. While reading these posts, I pray that you will find ideas to implement in your home. Secondly, I pray that you will find hope and encouragement knowing that you are not alone. Finally, we pray that God will use Our Story to encourage you.
Worshipping with a Special Needs Child
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Welcome to Our Story: An Update #2
Yesterday I updated you on Bubs' diagnosis-filled story along with Sweet Pea's. Today I want to fill you in on Little Man and Peanut. Let's start with the "easy" one. Peanut The baby of the family is now 2 1/2. As much as it breaks my heart, we don't have a baby anymore. (When people tell you it goes fast, they aren't kidding.) He is ...
Welcome to Our Story: An Update #1
For the last few weeks on this blog, we have been focused on preparing for the preschool school year. I pray that it has been extremely helpful in guiding your steps. We have also discussed the importance of independent play among other tidbits. And while the blog posts go on, so does our life. So much has happened in the last three months. ...
One Thing that We Have Done Right
Pin It In my attempt to be real with you, I feel like I share a lot of yuck. The many areas in my life that I struggle with anxiety, anger, bitterness, frustration, and overall lack of self-control. I peel off the mask and show how God is working in my life. Today, I am going to share with you the complete opposite. Now, ...
Need Sensory Input? Jump!
I have talked several times about our love of the trampoline and how much of a calming effect it has on Bubs and Little Man. Seven minutes of jumping can transform a child. Jumping can pull Bubs out of a horrible meltdown or calm Little Man when he is bouncing with impulsive behaviors. But I understand that large, outdoor ...
This is Not Normal
Pin It This is one of the very first posts that I made to this blog, over four years ago. Bubs was just 4 1/2 years old at the time (January 2009). So much has occurred since this post but the reality is that Sensory Processing Disorder still affects us. I pray that our story will lead you to answers and encourage you on your journey. We ...
What to Do When the Obvious is Not Obvious
source Pin It Daddy is an avid biker. Fifty miles is considered a moderate ride. One hundred hilly miles are exhilarating. (A sickness, I believe!) His averages speed is faster than I like to coast. (I'm serious!) And because biking is such a huge part of our lives, we enjoy family bike rides. With Peanut in ...
Volume Control Help
"Why are you yelling?" "Turn down your voice." "Talk quieter." Are you always saying these things? Or is it just me? Bubs must be reminded of this ALL OF THE TIME! (Did I just yell that statement?) Not long after he was diagnosed with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), I ...
17 Tips to Prepare Your Child for Holiday Gatherings
Having sensory sensitive, ADHD children has taught me to prepare for every scenario; at least every scenario that I can possibly conceive. Though Bubs is doing so much better about handling the environment around him, there is still need for us to prepare him for new and different situations. And Little Man continues to struggle staying ...