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Jun
05
DoD Reports to Congress with Mystifying Excuses for Failing to Comply with Legislation
“Pilot Program” Held Paralyzed by Pentagon’s Divisive Concern for Military Autistic Children Autism Speaks obtained a letter from DoD to leaders in Congress dated May 7, 2013, expressing the several mystifying factors that make it impossible for autism therapies to be implemented. CMKAA, a federal law, was passed in 2012 and modified in Committee as a Pilot Program […]
May
27
Review of Pathway Readers
A few years ago I was looking for a phonics/reading curriculum for my oldest. I wanted something that would help improve his knowledge of the phonics rules and so that I could evaluate him on his reading comprehension. I had saw a post on The Old Schoolhouse Magazine’s facebook page,another reader had asked for [...]
May
26
Our thoughts on the new Boy Scouts Policy
Thursday, May 23rd, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) changed their policy. This has hit our family hard. Bookworm has shed many tears and I have also. My husband is upset for our kids than anything else. Today, as I was cleaning, I had a significant emotional event. I found the Tiger Cub folder I [...]
May
20
Experiences of Wandering, Part 1 of 4
by Kristin Rose AMFAS Contributor Editor’s Note: In memory of Mikaela, Owen and Drew, and their heartbroken families, AMFAS member Kristin Rose is sharing her own wandering
Apr
26
I Was Struck by Lightning
I am EXHAUSTED. Because I did not sleep last night. Because I have seizures now. So I started Topamax yesterday. And though I was assured by the neurologist and the pharmacist and the pharmacy assistant I harassed incessantly about interactions with the other medications I take that everything was fine to take together, I was […]
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
12
In the Land of Oz (Home of the IEP)
I was just tending to the farm and trying “not to get into any trouble.” SGM’s boots had just hit the ground in Afghanistan. RM was three years old and relatively healthy. RM had transitioned into the special education preschool in district and was making very little progress. When the autism diagnosis came, the relationship […]
Apr
09
Data, Data Everywhere…There’s More to the EFMP Story Than You Think, Part 2
Editor’s Note: This is second of a two-part blog on the author’s experience assessing survey data on EFMP and special needs issues for military families. You can view Part 1
Apr
04
Apr
03
Lighting it up. Military Style!
Thinking of our military families downrange on World Autism Awareness Day.
Mar
28
Focusing on the Gospel this Resurrection
This week my facebook has been ablaze of folks on both sides of the marriage discussion. Lately I have really been convicted of my words. I may be the only Bible that some will ever read and so because of that, I am trying to speak the truth in love. I won’t stop posting or [...]
Mar
26
An Open Letter to Governor Malloy, Connecticut Congressional Delegates, Manchester Board of Education, Board of Directors, and Manchester Public Schools Administration
[Hello, Friends. This morning I sent the following email to just about everyone. Attached was the State Department of Education complaint we filed last week. I am not sharing the actual complaint document here as it contains personal details, but the general content of the complaint is described in the below letter.] Good morning, Governor, […]
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
12
The Aftermath
My last post was the most painful experience of my entire life. The words. The responses. The guilt. The horror of labeling my own precious child in such a way will haunt me forever. So why? Why did I take and use my own baby girl, millions of minorities, and gay people to selfishly and […]
Mar
06
So. Let’s talk about the retards.
We all know one, right? Or at least see them bagging our groceries? Or maybe the cousin of a friend of a friend has this kid who’s stuck in a wheelchair and just drools all day? Or what about the kid in your kid’s classroom that is always causing all of the problems? You see, […]
Mar
06
Sequestration to affect DOD schools, commissaries
WASHINGTON – Civilian personnel at Department of Defense Education Activity schools and the Defense Commissary Agency will be affected by sequestration, Pentagon Press Secretary George Little said here Monday. The
Feb
26
Truth From the Fox
Abbi continues to inspire me with her view of the world. She has been painting again, and in doing so has given me a chance to participate with her. She teaches me more than I ever knew would be possible. … Continue reading →
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
10
Coming Home: The Flight is Delayed
Not a lot of people know autism by its other more clinical alias, “Pervasive Developmental Disorder” (PDD), which is the umbrella term for the five categories that spread across the spectrum: Asperger’s Syndrome, Pervasive Developmental Disorder – Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS), Classic Autism, Childhood Disintegrative Disorder, and Rett’s Syndrome. When you break it down, it’s actually […]
Feb
09
Coming Home: Snow Falling on Autism
It had been a long day home alone with the kids. School was canceled hours before the snow had begun to fall. RM had been stimming excessively for days as the barometric pressure dropped and she took to grounding herself over every single task. I was mentally exhausted as any parent would be. Carrying a […]
Feb
08
Coming Home: The Welcome Mat
Embracing autism is an evolution, both personally and throughout humanity. It isn’t something that renders complete and total understanding in one diagnosis, one conversation, one book, or one autism community resource. My daughter RM was diagnosed three years, six days ago with PDD-NOS/Autism Spectrum Disorder by a child neurologist who had known her for more [...]
Feb
06
Working Together
Abbi, like many kids with severe Autism and developmental delays, has a difficult time with fine motor, like drawing or painting. Still, it doesn’t stop her from trying, or from loving every minute of it. My art teacher in high … Continue reading →
AMFAS Update
- Participants needed for Autism Study June 18, 2013
- Flag Day Important to America’s Military June 14, 2013
- Happy Birthday Army June 14, 2013
- Memorial Day: A Day to Remember May 27, 2013
- Experiences of Wandering, Part 4 of 4 May 24, 2013
CMKAA
- DoD Reports to Congress with Mystifying Excuses for Failing to Comply with Legislation June 5, 2013
- TRICARE Stalls on Implementing Treatments February 25, 2013
- FY2013 NDAA Includes One-Year Pilot Program January 2, 2013
Confessions from Household Six
- Sometimes You Just Need to Wallow – For a Minute June 7, 2013
- Cyber Schools in Pennsylvania May 30, 2013
- Please Stop the Ride May 12, 2013
Stim City
- DoD Reports to Congress with Mystifying Excuses for Failing to Comply with Legislation June 5, 2013
- I Was Struck by Lightning April 26, 2013
- In the Land of Oz (Home of the IEP) April 12, 2013
Captain Dad – Family Life with Autism, twins, and the Military
- Happy Father's Day June 15, 2013
- Going on a Mission - and Skittles! April 6, 2013
- March Madness March 16, 2013
Lily and the Roses
- The Terrible Two's At Age 6 1/2? June 5, 2013
- Autism Mom – Finding A Balance May 22, 2013
- A Cure for Autism? Thoughts and Reflections May 8, 2013
Spouse,Kids and Special Needs aren’t things issued in a Seabag?
- For The Deployed Parents.... June 18, 2013
- For Alex Spourdalakis.. Another Autistic life Lost. June 13, 2013
- Adding a Little Autism Ambiance to your Life. June 12, 2013
Navy Chaplain: A Story
- To the best dad I know.... June 16, 2013
- Time is Precious June 14, 2013
- Eloping and Autism: How to get a free safety kit for your ASD kid (or share with a family you love) May 22, 2013
Who’s Teaching Who?
- I’ve got some explainin’ to do.. June 19, 2013
- Transitions: From Sampling to Eating March 21, 2013
- Today’s Lesson: Appreciation February 2, 2013
Oh What A Life!
- I failed June 18, 2013
- Father's Day June 17, 2013
- I said UNCLE!!! June 13, 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
- How Independent Are Vaccine Defenders? June 19, 2013
- Flu Shots Are Made From WHAT? June 17, 2013
- The Likes and Loves of Isaac McMillan June 15, 2013
Living Victory
- Going on a Space Walk! June 15, 2013
- Two Words June 14, 2013
- Gone Too Soon June 11, 2013
The Holland’s Home
- What, no TV?! June 18, 2013
- Happy Father’s Day June 17, 2013
- Sabbath Rest June 16, 2013
Raising Soldiers 4 Christ
- New Bible Study with Good Morning Girls June 4, 2013
- Review of Pathway Readers May 27, 2013
- Our thoughts on the new Boy Scouts Policy May 26, 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!
- I failed June 18, 2013
- Father's Day June 17, 2013
- I said UNCLE!!! June 13, 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
- Potty progress continues June 16, 2013
- Anxiety over Ben's preschool placement June 13, 2013
- T-Ball June 12, 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
- Finally, all grown up? June 16, 2013
- College orientation surprise for me & my aspie June 16, 2013
- What a way to spend a day, hike challenge by W December 24, 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