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Parents Talking Autism (feat. Sara Roberts) S6E11

This week I speak with Sara Roberts about her autism parenting journey. In this unscripted conversation, we learn about her life and the challenges she faces raising her autistic son. 


Time moves way too fast

I took the kids to Hocking Hills State Park today. It was a relatively spontaneous trip, and it’s been a little while since I’ve done anything like this with the kids. I’ve been so stressed out and distracted lately, and I feel like I’ve not spent much quality time with my kids. I needed this, …

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My life can be hair pulling and trying to herd cats kinda fun

So we had a little drama this evening and while it’s not a huge deal, it perfectly illiterates some of the unique challenges I’m trying to manage. We have a Soda Stream and the kids use it to carbonate their water. We’ve pretty much removed most of the sugary drinks from our lives. Anyway, I …

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You Need To Know These Travel Hacks If You’re A Single Parent

As a single parent, you don’t want to ignore or avoid the traditional things that families do, such as traveling. The problem is, going on a family vacation with two parents is challenging. Doing it by your lonesome is going to be as stressful as it is relaxing. So, you might not view it as …

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Distance Learning Here We Come

Distance Learning

School beings on Monday and I feel woefully unprepared. I’m taking on distance learning this year because it’s the safest option.

I’ve been a single parent for exactly 1 year today and I have some thoughts

It’s been one year since I became a single parent again. I’ve said before that I’m really weird with milestones and anniversaries because they mark moments in my life that were impactful for whatever reason. Maybe I’m too sentimental but it’s just sorta the way I am. Everything in my life changed on August 10, …

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I’ve been so worried about Elliott not sleeping

We’ve had a pretty good morning. Elliott slept until about lunchtime, and that was awesome. We don’t have any immediate plans for today, but maybe we’ll get the kids to the playground again. I’m feeling much better after a brief power nap, and ready to take on the rest of the day. I’ve been so …

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I’m feeling like this Summer is full of promise and that is inspired by a pretty good end to the long weekend

Considering some of the challenges I faced this weekend, it may seem like I’ve dropped my basket but there’s some very positive things going on and I’m looking forward