by Tara McMillan AMFAS Contributor Editor’s Note: Tara will be our “boots on the ground” roving reporter for AMFAS News and provide updates and experiences at the AutismOne Conference
Tag Archive: autism
May
18
Armed Forces Day celebrates America’s warriors
Today is Armed Forces Day, a national day to recognize the honor and sacrifice by all members of America’s military. Whether you have served one day in the military or
May
12
Happy Mother Warrior’s Day
Mother’s Day is a special opportunity to recognize the importance of moms in our society. But today is about more than just celebrating motherhood for our Autism community. Simply put
May
07
National Teacher Appreciation Day, Week a Chance to Give Thanks
Whether caring to admit it or not, everyone who has every attended school has been impacted by a teach in some fashion. If you’re in the first category, you might
Apr
29
AMFAS Recognized for Facebook, Blog Excellence
Around this time each year in observance of Autism Awareness Month, Babble.com announces its picks for Top 30 Autism Blogs and Facebook pages of the year. To our surprise American
Apr
26
Army Spouse Creates Autism Walk, 150 Signs, to Raise Awareness at Joint Base Lewis-McChord
by Dena Radcliffe Guest Blogger I am an Army wife and mother of four. My husband and I are stationed in Fort Lewis, Wash., and we have one
Apr
24
INFOGRAPHIC: Autism 101 – What We Know Today
Thanks to Carolina for sending us this interesting Infographic (graphic courtesy of www.nursedegree.net)
Apr
19
AMFAS Affiliate Program helps improve support networks
Have an autism or special needs support group with no connection to AMFAS? We want to help you. Since being started in 2008, American Military Families Autism Support has had
Apr
19
AMFAS Affiliate Program helps improve support networks
Have an autism or special needs support group with no connection to AMFAS? We want to help you. Since being started in 2008, American Military Families Autism Support has had
Apr
06
Going on a Mission – and Skittles!
As I’ve mentioned on previous posts, one of things that Jake and I do is go on missions. This comes from Little Einsteins, when they have an activity to do, they all shout “We’ve got a mission!” After the twins were born, even before Jake w…
Apr
03
Today is….
World Autism Awareness Day!And this little guy is supporting Autism today! 
I’m sure you’ve seen the whole “Light it up blue” across Facebook and around the media realm…but do you really know what it’s about? Or people say “Autism” and they th…
Apr
02
April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day ~ Wordless Wednesday ~ Link-up
If you didn’t already know, both my children and I are Aspie’s. We have Asperger’s which is a form of High Functioning Autism. Today April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day (wear Blue today) and the month of April is Autism Awareness Month. P…
Mar
21
Transitions: From Sampling to Eating
Everyone knows a picky eater. Some of you may even be picky eaters. It’s something I hate to talk about …
Mar
17
Tae Kwon Do and Special Needs
I blogged earlier we recently began Tae Kwon Do. You can read about that here. Martial Arts is one of the best extra curricular activities that any child can participate in, not just a child with special needs. There are many benefits to the program. We have three children who practice martial arts. [...]
Mar
17
Tae Kwon Do and Special Needs
I blogged earlier we recently began Tae Kwon Do. You can read about that here. Martial Arts is one of the best extra curricular activities that any child can participate in, not just a child with special needs. There are many benefits to the program. We have three children who practice martial arts. [...]
Mar
16
March Madness
For those of you who read the title and automatically (as in automatic bid) thought this would be a college basketball post, well, you are mostly wrong. Yes, as we enter mid-March, it becomes that time of year when the annual NCAA basketball tour…
Mar
12
Walking On All The Keys
Miriam at the McWane Science Center This past January, my parents were in town from Seattle for a two week visit. It had been half a year since we last saw each other and we had a wonderful time together. I always enjoy seeing my parents…
Mar
05
Guard Spouse of Year nominee focused on special needs support
By Alicia Hinds-Ward AMFAS Guest Blogger Back in July 2010, I decided to leave my job as a Social Security Disability Claims Manager with a local law firm.
Mar
05
Guard Spouse of Year nominee focused on special needs support
By Alicia Hinds-Ward AMFAS Guest Blogger Back in July 2010, I decided to leave my job as a Social Security Disability Claims Manager with a local law firm.
Mar
02
Reading Tea Leaves
Sometimes diagnosing an illness for a child with Autism, particularly one who is only partially verbal is like reading tea leaves to find out our fortunes. We have had to experience this with Jake on several occasions. This is particularly …
Feb
25
Tae Kwon Do….is it Biblical
Recently, my kids started Tae Kwon Do. I know controversy exists among Christians regarding Tae Kwon Do. So, I thought I would address some of the questions with scripture today. Some people who say that it is unchristian for Christians to practice Tae Kwon Do or any martial arts because of the roots in [...]
Feb
23
Moving/PCS’ing – Now what?
In talking to many of my Air Force friends over the last couple of weeks, it sounds like everyone is starting to find our their assignments for next year. This can be a very exciting time for some, as we anxiously await the chance for a change of…
Feb
16
Returning to "Normal"
For those of you with kids on the spectrum, you know that an established routine is very important. The closer everyone can stay to a consistent schedule, generally speaking, the better off things will be for your little one on the spectrum. …
Feb
09
What the Heart Wants
Over the last couple of weeks, I have a lot of time to reflect on things. Autism has been in the news a lot with the young boy, Ethan, being held hostage in Alabama. I’m so pleased that he was safe, and can only imagine how scary the whole …
Feb
02
Today’s Lesson: Appreciation
I walk through the doors of the gym and scan through a hundred kids to find mine. I see him, …
AMFAS Update
- Finding Answers in Chicago at AutismOne May 21, 2013
- Experiences of Wandering, Part 1 of 4 May 21, 2013
- Armed Forces Day celebrates America’s warriors May 18, 2013
- Happy Mother Warrior’s Day May 12, 2013
- National Teacher Appreciation Day, Week a Chance to Give Thanks May 7, 2013
CMKAA
- TRICARE Stalls on Implementing Treatments February 25, 2013
- FY2013 NDAA Includes One-Year Pilot Program January 2, 2013
- TIME Magazine Highlights Last Minute Kill of CMKAA December 21, 2012
Confessions from Household Six
- Please Stop the Ride May 12, 2013
- Autism Awareness Today and EVERY Day April 23, 2013
- Go Ahead, Laugh AT Me April 12, 2013
Captain Dad – Family Life with Autism, twins, and the Military
- Going on a Mission - and Skittles! April 6, 2013
- March Madness March 16, 2013
- Reading Tea Leaves March 2, 2013
Lily and the Roses
- A Cure for Autism? Thoughts and Reflections May 8, 2013
- 87 Blue Balloons and 1 White April 6, 2013
- Why Autism Families Can Benefit From Blogging April 2, 2013
Navy Chaplain: A Story
- What is the difference? April 14, 2013
- THE BIGGEST SECRET EVER!! March 18, 2013
- 2012... Bella's Miracle Year! January 6, 2013
Who’s Teaching Who?
- Transitions: From Sampling to Eating March 21, 2013
- Today’s Lesson: Appreciation February 2, 2013
- First Impressions October 17, 2012
Oh What A Life!
- Lit it up Blue! May 2, 2013
- Selfish Moments March 15, 2013
- Just keep your head up March 12, 2013
Conner’s Search For A Voice
- The dreaded word. Deployment. March 21, 2013
- All our friends are different. February 18, 2013
- Sick in disguise. January 22, 2013
Red Green Lellow
- God make me a Warrior Mama. May 21, 2013
- Claiming my Namesake May 19, 2013
- Recovery for our kids with Autism: Getting out of our comfort zone April 28, 2013
The Holland’s Home
- We are low on funding so… February 12, 2013
- Book Review: Tent of David by Boaz Michael January 16, 2013
- Hey There Delilah January 2, 2013
Raising Soldiers 4 Christ
- Focusing on the Gospel this Resurrection March 28, 2013
- Tae Kwon Do and Special Needs March 17, 2013
- Tae Kwon Do….is it Biblical February 25, 2013
Pathways in Autism
- Please Sign Petition For Sensitivity Training At Whole Foods January 14, 2013
- Expect Spin With Autism Mandates October 23, 2012
- Watch Your Little Eloper! October 15, 2012
Pieces
- Truth From the Fox February 26, 2013
- Again I Rise February 21, 2013
- Working Together February 6, 2013
Oh What a Life!
- Lit it up Blue! May 2, 2013
- Selfish Moments March 15, 2013
- Just keep your head up March 12, 2013
Autism Recovered
- Kate's recovery story April 16, 2012
- Fairies get a new swing outside February 29, 2012
- Craftiness February 25, 2012
Four Cannons
- BFF’s May 22, 2012
- An Emotional Glimpse Into My Heart… May 17, 2012
- Soooo Ready For Spring! February 20, 2012
P.R.E.K.P.A.
- OUTINGS with 3 small children, Autism and only 1 parent August 7, 2011
- NEW DIET FOR KAITLYN!!! August 7, 2011
- ALL GROWN UP!!! August 2, 2011
Michelle’s maniacal musings on mommyhood
- Kindergarten graduation May 12, 2013
- The battle with strep continues May 12, 2013
- Hello Kitty May 3, 2013
A House of Hagfeldt’s
- You say its your birthday! na na na na na it's my birthday too! yeah! na na na na na March 1, 2013
- What's the deal-eo February 16, 2013
- Christmas 2012 January 16, 2013
ArmyWifeToddlerMom
- Remembering Ramzi Doany 10 years later September 11, 2011
- And she'll have fun fun fun till her Daddy takes her t-bird away June 16, 2011
- And more June 6, 2011
Army Wife and Autism Life
- Crazy Beautiful life February 13, 2013
- What the... January 26, 2012
- A Beautiful Moment November 21, 2011
Pajama Camper
- Family Update October 19, 2011
- Open House August 12, 2011
- Been Awhile August 11, 2011
Parenting a child with Asperger Syndrome
- What a way to spend a day, hike challenge by W December 24, 2012
- My aspie's rude awakening September 26, 2012
- Me, the problem? September 18, 2012
Shot’s Spot
- Send a deployment hug November 8, 2012
- #photoadayaug Day 6 - Writing August 6, 2012
- #photoadayaug Day 4 - Somewhere you sat August 4, 2012
Major Autism
- No one can tell you how to build October 4, 2011
- What causes autism? June 14, 2011
- Is this Autism (Money) Awareness Month? April 3, 2011