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A mother by birth and adoption sharing - through photography, writing and humor - life with boys, autism, ADHD, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy and more. Reminding everyone that kids with special needs are kids.
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Words Not Normally Posted on this Blog
Alternate Title: Makes A Homeschooling Mom Proud Do you realize I am living among three young males in the hormonal-attitude-flaring age range of 12-14? I lose count of the number of times [now pardon me] the words balls, nuts, boobs and hot chick ar...
Mom, Hey Mom, MOM!
"Have you seen my shoes?" Yes I have. ~~~ Have a happy, happy weekend... with or without shoes. See you tomorrow for SOOC Saturday [or Sunday]. Comment...
SOOC Saturday ~ Tie One On
Last week Mac moved up a rank in Taekwondo. Hey, a boy's gotta do something with the old belt. Do share a SOOC image to this lovely Saturday [or Sunday]... ...we would love to see it. Comment Love...
Brothers
the beach, July 2009 Sometimes being a brother is even better than being a superhero. ~~ Marc Brown ...and sometimes photography with few words is my therapy ...like now. Taking advice from a heart sister... Be gentle on yourself. You deserve it. com...
SOOC Saturday ~ A Boy Again
What is genius? - It is the power to be a boy again at will. ~~ James Matthew Barrie The very moment I felt my heart would burst at the thought of how quickly he is growing up... I found him in the bouncy castle. What SOOC photo thrills your heart th...
SOOC Saturday ~ Legos Before Breakfast
I walked upstairs to announce that breakfast was ready and smiled at the sight of Legos before breakfast. I embrace simple everyday moments, and our family is hugging your words of hope. Do share a favorite SOOC [straight out of camera] photo this we...
Mom, I Dance Better Without You
Every major life event should have a celebratory dance afterward. Surely you have 47 seconds to waste spend watching a video of our dance. Turn your volume on. Having "Jump" embedded upon your gray matter is a bonus. You're welcome. [Wil in blue shir...
While They Thought Mom Wasn't Listening
Overheard...spoken amongst the brothers three...while they thought mom wasn't listening... fill it up with water and stick your head in I don't think this stuff stains oh crap, it stains! help me find them...who?...Betty and Wilma (pet rats) you didn...
As Long as He is Happy
Recently my oldest son talked with me about love, marriage and my future grandchildren... "When I have children I want them to be happy. That's the greatest hope I have for them, that they just be happy. It's what matters. You've shown me." He went o...
Mother Of Huckleberry Finn
A Favorable Alternative to Bunnies
Peace Train
SOOC Saturday ~ How I Love Boys
Peace Out and Grass
Shamrocks and Green Pee
Rummaging Through The Years
Weekend Conversation
(Just About) Wordless Wednesday ~ How Did He Get That Black Eye
Scan of November 2002 photoWil 4 ~ Lee 7 ~ Mac 5 (I don't remember how THAT upper black eye came to be, there have been so many.) Happy ThanksgivingCome over and join the photo sharing fun of Special... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we...
A Conversation In The Car Or Thankful For The Little Things
"Hey, that nice building we just passed is an old folks home. Actually, it's called a retirement home," states Mac.He continues:"Mom, Dad, when you're like 90 or 82 years old, and I really hope you... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my webs...
Do We Fear Who They Are
For some reason when I saw this photo of my son playing on the walkway, my thoughts were... Boys play cowboys and Indians, and they have no malice of heart. They simply take a page from history...Our... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we...
A Conversation, Dude Is Tired of Pedaling
Wil: I can't do it anymore. Dad: What? Wil: Pedaling, man. I can't pedal anymore. Dad: What are you talking about? Wil: Wheels, seriously, I gotta have some wheels. Dad: Wheels? Wil: Wheels. You know... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we...
There Is An Explanation for The String
I don't have it... click to enlargeSpecial Exposure Wednesday...Wordless Wednesday...join the photo sharing fun. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] ...
Politically Speaking
Sunday afternoon... "Mom, Dad, about the Presidential election?" comes a questioning voice from the back of the vehicle. "Yes?" my husband and I respond in unison as we roll down the highway... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for...
Snickers, Reese's and M & M's ~ SOOC Saturday
Halloween night found our breakfast room table covered...COVERED...in candy, which I have hidden from the boys as any mean respectable mom would do. Uh, right after I ate a piece...or two. And here's... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we...
Would You Could You
...in a box? I'm talking about it over at 5 Minutes for Special Needs today. I've been a bit scarce around Slurping Life of late and a few of you commented or emailed and asked "are you ok?"... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for...
Make Your Life What You Want
As we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. ~~Nelson Mandela I love the orange Halloween lights around my door The boys made me do the orange lights... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my webs...
WBOR Broadcast ~ Doggone Fun
Mac gave his permission to post these brief videos...filmed by me...under the umbrella of his broadcast company, WBOR...as in bore. It was an ordinary afternoon...sun shining, me doing laundry... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website f...
Finding His Artistic Groove
The sun shone brightly as a cooling breeze rippled through the trees. I laid protective plastic over the ground...set out cups of paint...tossed down the brushes and sheets of paper...and offered up... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my web...
It All Began As Good Clean Fun ~ SOOC Saturday
SOOC Saturday - The only rule is that you share a family-friendly photo SOOC, no editing allowed, and you leave a comment at each photo you visit. I don't even mind if you link up on Sunday. (You'll... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my web...
We Do Not Support Foolishness or Violence
Have I ever mentioned that life is quite challenging with the variety of "issues" at our house? Well, it is. Have I ever mentioned that life is also a lot of fun at our house? Well, it is. Let me... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my websit...
