The Autism Dad

Are you having a problem with @LiveFyre on my site?

I concerned that my readers are having problems with the LiveFyre commenting system I'm using on this site. I feel that LiveFrye is far and away the best commenting system available. However, it doesn't really matter what I think, if my readers can't utilize the system. The reason I'm asking is because I know for sure that some of you are, or at least were, having problems. These seemed to be most prevalent when using an iOS device (iPad, iPhone etc). I've noticed that my comments have significantly decreased recently. If ya'll have nothing to say, that perfectly okay. However, if you do have something to say but can't get the commenting system to work right, that's not okay. Please let me know if the commenting system is working for you by…

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January 18, 2013

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Walking down the stairs backwards

Lately, Emmett has been walking down the steps backwards. What the heck is up with that? Is he trying to kill me? If he is, he's doing a really good job. I mean, he just has no fear. Anyone else kid do things like this? Doesn't scare the crap out of you as well?

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January 18, 2013

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My Confession: Beneath the surface

I apologize in advance for the length of this post. I've been wanting to address this for awhile now but was too embarrassed to do so. I also wasn't sure how to make my point and make sure it came across properly. When I finally started, the words just kept pouring out. This is the result. ---------- The last few days, I've made reference to something that you are all unaware of. I've gone back and forth about whether or not to share this. My reservation in doing so has been mostly related to already being so overwhelmed. While I truly enjoy writing, it doesn't flow as easily for me as it used to and things don't always come out the way I would have liked then to. At the…

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January 18, 2013

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Flu shots this weekend

Elliott woke up this morning going with a fever. It's a low grade one but it's enough to require him to stay home. He seems fine and is otherwise asymptomatic. However, a fever is a fever and he can't go to school. The other thing is that the boys are getting their flu vaccines in the morning and Elliott will need to checked out before getting his, to make sure he's not sick. Fevers, especially low grade ones, can come and go for no reason at all. Schools have a policy about this and even if their feeling fine, they are required to stay home, just to be sure. These are cases where it's more of a technicality than anything else. Anyway, he seems fine and issues feeling well enough…

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January 18, 2013

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Good mornings begin with Blue

Emmett woke up extra early this morning and got himself dressed. He did this so he could go downstairs and snuggle his kitten, Blue. He's in a pretty good mood this morning so maybe snuggling with Blue will prove to be a good start to the day....

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January 18, 2013

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Operation Haircut: Complete Success

I mentioned earlier that we were going to take the boys to get their hair cut. I also mentioned that doing so, doesn't always go over very well. As I would imagine at least some of you have experienced first hand, haircuts for a child with #Autism can be very challenging. I'm pleased to share with you all that our mission to get their hair cut was a complete success. The boys did absolutely perfect. They sat there, watching TV and tolerated the process quite well. They really dislike getting their hair wet and flinched each time their hair was sprayed. However, again, they did amazingly well and Lizze and I are so proud of them both. As promised, I have a few pictures to share.

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January 18, 2013

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The Samsung Galaxy Note 2: The ultimate “Where’s My Perry” experience

This is not a review of the Galaxy Note 2. I'm simply sharing my recent experience with this device and my kids. With each passing day, we are realizing how the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 is the perfect device. The Android 4.1.1 device is sporting a 5.5 inch HD display. Not only does this display work out well for the kiddos, it also utilizes a stylus called the S Pen. The S Pen allows you to write with digital ink, right on the screen. The Galaxy Note 2 blends the best qualities of a tablet and smartphone together. However, as far as the kiddos are concerned, the S Pen makes the Galaxy Note 2 the perfect device for games like Where's My Perry. Emmett absolutely loves using our Note 2's…

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January 17, 2013

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Attempting the unthinkable

Perhaps I'm a glutton for punishment or maybe off my rocker. However, I will be trying to take the boys to get their long overdue haircuts.. Right now, Emmett's pretty excited to go. His mood however, is likely to change when we get there. I'll let you all know how it goes. Wish me luck.......

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January 17, 2013