Monkeynism AKA Autism

Autism Moms & Dads. You are all rock stars!

Severe. That’s the word that was used to describe my monkey for the first time by his pediatrician. Severe. I think we have known for some time that my son was on the severe side of the spectrum. I just think we tried to not face it. I remember a few years back when my…

His BFF, Harley.

The monkey, fell asleep while playing with his bestie, Harley. ❤️💙

You are! 💙💙💙

Photo credit: Special Learning, Inc

Hope.

My monkey has become a runner. He starts to run if he sees something, or if something doesn’t appease, him or just because. Usually it is unexpected and catches us off guard. I wrote about how he ran away from me while I was trying to open our door and ran down the street. On…

Make yourself a priority. 💙

Mom & Dads – we forget to take case of ourselves so many times. We need to make us a priority, because if we are not okay, who will take care of our kids?

To my precious child. 💙❤️

Photo credit: Looking In / Looking Out – Our Autism and ADHD Family

To make a difference.

Post from the hubby: I have wonderful students. They are all unique and different in their own way. However, there are a couple of students that have a special and wonderful connection towards children/adults with special needs. Today, a group of six students, joined me in volunteering at a bowling event for the City’s Special…

Halloween.

My monkey is oblivious to Halloween. Adding to this mix his sensory issues, costumes are pretty difficult. I always struggle to get something that he won’t fight me on. Obvious things like masks, gloves, hats are off the table. He loves the movie Cars and I was able to find a Pit Crew costume. It…