When I was a child, we would sing the song "Oh, Mister Moon" while driving home at night. As a child I never dreamed that later in life the moon would affect my life so much. In September 2008 I started charting Bubs days. On my calendar you would see three marks: X, 1/2, and cry. "X" were for the days that were an emotional wreck. "1/2" for ...
Sensory Processing Disorder
What is Sensory Processing Disorder?
While surfing for some info, I came upon the official website of the book The Out-of-Sync Child. While reading the "Introduction" page, I found some great thoughts that I want to share with you. They sum up Sensory Processing Disorder so well. Sensory processing—the ability to organize sensory information for use in daily life. [While studying ...
What’s in a Name?: Our Out-of-Sync Life
Although I don't understand 95% of Shakespeare, I do remember a few lines from his famous plays. Here is a line said by Juliet in the play Romeo and Juliet: "What's in a name? That which we call a rose By any other name would smell as sweet." While I see both sides of this concept, I believe that it is very important when naming things. With ...
Guest Post: A Story About a Little Boy and His Mommy
A few weeks ago, I asked for those who are interested in writing "guest posts" for Our Out-of-Sync Life. LaToya wants to bless us by sharing her life. Thank you for being transparent, LaToya. I know several of you will be able to relate to this. I’m going to tell you a story about a little boy and his Mommy: His day starts around 6:30am, ...
Clarification to Mr. Rosemond
After a question and comment, I wanted to clarify my stance with Mr. Rosemond. I have only reviewed one of his books so I base my stance on The Well-Behaved Child and this weeks article refuting SPD. I typically follow a very no-nonsense approach to discipline. You did it, you were wrong, here are the consequences. Thus, I have no trouble ...
Dear Mr. Rosemond: Sensory Disorder or Stubborn Kid?
Dear Mr. Rosemond: I rarely read your columns but the title "Sensory Disorder or Stubborn Kid: You Decide" intrigued me. But after reviewing your book The Well-Behaved Child and reading this article, it is official. John Rosemond, you and I are not on the same page. You started out the column by quoting the http://www.spdfoundation.net/ ...
Sensory Brushing & Joint Compression Technique
Back in February when Bubs was having such a terrible week, I called his OT hoping to come up with something to do. I truly was at my wit's end with his behavior. Ms. Wendy told me that she wanted us to immediately start the "brushing technique". She was going to send two brushes home, detailed instructions, as well as teach us what ...
Guest Post: Life with Disabilities
This is the final excerpt of Kari's story. Read Day #1 here. We left the neurologist's building and I called my husband. I told him “it’s official, he has Autism”. I cried as I held the sweet little hand of my precious boy as we walked to the car. When I got into the driver seat, the tears were gone. I was ready to help our son. Now, ...
Guest Post: Life with Disabilities
This is a continuation of the Guest Post from yesterday. Read the first part here. What is Wrong? We survived like this for months. This is when we realized we were not dealing with normal childhood issues. This wasn’t right. We couldn’t dry our son’s back after a bath because he would scream hysterically. We bought a very expensive towel and ...
Guest Post: Life with Disabilities
When asked, Kari willingly shared her story with me of her life as a Mom to children with disabilities. Excerpts from her Guest Post will cover the next two days as well. Be sure to leave a comment if you have a question for Kari. Our Story I want to start this whole thing with a short introduction of who I am and where we, as a family, came ...