educating my girl

Clear, accurate and concise.  I have been trying to write a summary of Julia, strengths and weaknesses, gifts and challenges.  I am both up to the task and completely overwhelmed.  And no where near objective.  But can I be informative?

I’ve begun my search for educational alternatives for Julia for next year in earnest.  Two weeks ago, I began contacting educators, researchers and anyone who I thought might have ideas or know people with ideas about educating kids on the autism spectrum, specifically about educating Julia.  The big question is . . . better to just copy the email here: Continue reading

festival of light

IMG_2027Quiet holidays.  Tonight, Julia and I are home.  We’ve been in all day.  No rushing around.  No therapy.  No school.  And especially, no shopping.  As is my preference, I’ve done as much my gift buying online. I am no fan of the frenzied holiday stampede although I admit the need to examine with eyes and finger some potential purchases.

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