It is so easy in our lives to become discouraged, but this is one thing the Lord has shared in his Word, we do not have to be discouraged. Even when you get a diagnosis no one wants to hear, even when the messiness of every day life feels like you will be swallowed whole,Continue reading “Are You Discouraged?”
Category Archives: Life Happens
Impulsive Behaviors
I sit here with tears streaming down my face and wonder if we will ever have a peaceful day with Tyson. I love him but I hate when he destroys things just because. There is no talking about why we don’t break things. This is the part of adhd and autism I hate. I hopeContinue reading “Impulsive Behaviors”
Darkness
In a moment of intense hurt, heated words and threats were voiced. Witnessing physical violence between people you love isn’t something any one ever wants to see. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10 NIV DarknessContinue reading “Darkness”
Days Gone By
As I sit here, I just can’t believe that summertime is over and school is upon us. For some districts, their school has already started. Our summer break didn’t go exactly as planned, but we still managed to squeeze in a few days at the Columbus (Ohio) Zoo and Newport (Kentucky)Aquarium. Tyson had a blastContinue reading “Days Gone By”
The Human Spirit
On May 27, 2019, Memorial Day evening, the lives of hundreds of thousands were changed forever including mine. Here in the State of Ohio, 19 confirmed tornadoes, 15 in the area known as the Miami Valley from where I am from. My family and I were some of the very lucky ones thatContinue reading “The Human Spirit”
In the Midst of it All
This week has been emotionally exhausting. For several years now, as we live with autism being part of our everyday lives and trek through the ups and downs, I have been sharing how tantrums are not the same as meltdowns. This week has taught me that no matter how much I try to share aContinue reading “In the Midst of it All”
Drowning
Psalm 143:6-8 New International Version (NIV) 6 I spread out my hands to you; I thirst for you like a parched land.[a] 7 Answer me quickly, Lord; my spirit fails. Do not hide your face from me or I will be like those who go down to the pit. 8 Let the morning bring meContinue reading “Drowning”
Cry Out to Jesus
I’ve been crying out to Jesus in despair for several hours. Living with autism isn’t for the faint of heart. In the last four hours, I’ve been spit on numerous times, hit repeatedly, had blocks, toy cars, a toy cash register and anything else he could find to throw at me. My hair has beenContinue reading “Cry Out to Jesus”
Reflections
As I sit here thinking back on the last several weeks, I am reminded how precious our time is here on earth and how important it is to live our lives to the fullest every single moment we are given and whatever we choose to do, we do it with unbridled passion. Near the beginningContinue reading “Reflections”
