Read more about the article How migraines and desperation led us to explore CBD products
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How migraines and desperation led us to explore CBD products

If you’ve been reading our story for a while, you are probably aware of at least some of the problems we’re facing as a family. Most of the focus has been on the kids, especially Gavin. One of the things I haven’t spent a great deal of time lately is talking about some of the challenges my wife Lizze faces on a daily basis.  The those who don’t want to read to the end, I’ll cut to the chase. My feelings are hurt but whatever. 😉 This article is not intended to be medical advice. Always talk to your doctor before starting anything, including CBD products. I'm simply discussing why we’ve been exploring CBD products. We're hoping that Lizze can finally find some relief from a migraine she’s had for 7+ years…

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December 17, 2018
Read more about the article Ideas for Throwing the Perfect #Autism Friendly Birthday Party
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Ideas for Throwing the Perfect #Autism Friendly Birthday Party

Being a parent in this day and age is tough enough, but it can be even more difficult with life as an autism parent. There is a lot of hard work, and it takes time to get into any kind of routine. It’s not the same as parenting a child who doesn’t have autism, and things can sometimes get a little bit overwhelming. This is why it is important to have ideas to help you. The most important date in any child’s calendar, autistic or otherwise, is going to be their birthday. This is something that plays a big role in making the day perfect, but there are rules. This is going to be a delicate event that you will need to plan and prepare for sensibly. An Autism-friendly party…

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November 27, 2018
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Why & How You Deserve To Chill The Heck Out

This is a contributed post and therefore may not represent the views and opinions of this blog or its author.   If you’re a regular reader of this blog, you’ll likely understand that responsibility, care, and patience are big themes here. This is what life is about, and it can temper your character as a person. Of course, sometimes, in order to apply yourself correctly, it is important to take the time for yourself. It’s hard to care for people effectively and patiently when you’re a little frayed at the edges. Pexels Even the most patient among us can become snappy and unhappy when we haven’t been able to process our stress or to manage our emotions. It’s no wonder why people have trouble processing their emotions, life is hard…

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November 1, 2018
Read more about the article Tips For Dads! 10 Ways To Keep Your Family Safe Even While You’re Away
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Tips For Dads! 10 Ways To Keep Your Family Safe Even While You’re Away

Beyond putting food on the table, every dad aims to provide protection for both his family and home. It’s their pride and joy to be able to assure safety and comfort for the whole brood. Unfortunately, it’s not always possible to be physically present in cases of emergency. This is especially true for dads who need to be away for work. The great news is that there are many crafty ways to ensure home safety. And in these modern times, one can even be virtually in two places at once, thanks to home alarm systems that come with remote control and surveillance. Learn more about the ways you can ensure your family’s safety even while you are away. Check the exterior of your home Assume the role of a burglar,…

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October 28, 2018
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Secure Your Family’s Finances With a Job For the Future

This is a contributed post and therefore does not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of this blog or its author.    It’s not easy to manage your family’s finances. There are always bills to pay, it seems like there’s always a surprise expense just waiting around the corner, and while the costs add up, the inward flow of cash never seems to quite happen. However, so long as you have a job, things will be OK. The issue is that this might not be true for everyone. In the coming decades, a significant portion of jobs is to be lost to automation, which will leave many people on the scrapheap. To prevent this from happening to you, you’ll need to have a job you can be sure will exist in…

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October 15, 2018
Read more about the article 3 Awesome Modern Toys Great For Children with #Autism
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3 Awesome Modern Toys Great For Children with #Autism

This is a contributed post and therefore does not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of this blog or its author.   Whether it’s Christmas, Birthdays or really any special occasion, it can be difficult knowing what to get children as toys. For Autism parents, this can be even more of a challenge because you need to know the type of items that kids with this condition are going to love, interact with and enjoy using. The good news is that tech has evolved since you were younger and there are lots of exciting possibilities on the market, many of which could be a great choice for a child with Autism. Let’s look at a few of these possibilities and consider whether they are the right option for your child.…

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September 27, 2018
Read more about the article The important reason I cried this morning
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The important reason I cried this morning

This morning, Emmett and I went to Wishes Can Happen's annual Wish-A-Thon. I was planning to go alone for a couple of reasons. First of all, this is a very hard thing to do and I didn't want to upset the kids or talk about Gavin's story in front of him. There's a silver lining to Gavin being so cognitively impaired. He's not really aware of how fragile his health is or how many times he's come close to losing his life. I have a very hard time talking about that in general but especially in front of him. Secondly, Gavin's not been feeling well and someone needed to stay home with him. Sharing our story and showing our support for Wishes Can Happen is very important to us. It's…

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August 10, 2018