It’s ‘Time’ for Good Daily Habits

My dad is nearing 98 years old. He doesn’t get out and about as much as he used to, but he still gets dressed every day as if he had some place important to go. After showering, he puts on his socks followed by his khakis or corduroys. No jeans for this guy, he hasn’t […]

How Do I Keep The Music Playing?

I am proof that we can reinvent ourselves when change comes our way. Ever since I was a little girl, I dreamed of growing up to be a singer, just like my mom. My mom never became famous, but her love for performing lasted her lifetime and brought her tremendous joy. It was her passion. […]

The Making of the Life Skills Lady

My youngest son was three when he was diagnosed with autism. This was in 1997, just before the incidence of autism started its rise. Soon after he became eligible for special education services from my school district. It wasn’t long before I realized that the services weren’t appropriate for him to make progress and requested […]

3 Things You Should Know if Back-to-School Ends Up Back at Your Kitchen Table

I certainly hope this school year can remain in the school building, however there is a chance that back-to-school could end back up at your kitchen table, again. Distance learning proved to be unsuccessful for many students on the autism spectrum last school year. At the same time, with so much time at home,  it’s […]