Feb 14 2017
If you’re new to the neighborhood, you might be interested to know that I like to speak very openly about mental health. I’m a firm believer in the there’s nothing to be ashamed of approach. Over the years I’ve spoken very candidly about our Autism journey and every other thing that we’ve found in our …
Feb 14 2017
Both boys had a great day at school. They celebrated Valentine’s Day and made out like little bandits. I got Lizze some chocolates and a this stuffed animal weiner dog. Thank God we subscribe to the whole it’s the thought that counts philosophy because she broke out in hives within minutes of coming into contact …
Feb 14 2017
I fought a losing battle with insomnia once again last night but I did fall asleep around 4 am and I’m grateful for at least getting that.. ☺ Lizze didn’t sleep well either and ended up downstairs at some point because she needed to sleep propped up and that’s much easier on the couch. While …
Feb 14 2017
At the advice of one of my readers, who suggested providing more insight into the how’s and why’s of our life, I thought I would take that advice and begin with a decision we often struggle with, every single morning. I want to take a few minutes and explain what goes into deciding whether or …
Feb 13 2017
So far, today’s been a total wash. I think it was probably doomed from the get go because I had insomnia once again last night. Truth be told, I was dragging after getting Elliott to school. Another nail in the coffin is the fact that both Emmett and Lizze are sick. Gavin fell asleep after …
Feb 13 2017
I had the hardest time falling asleep last night and didn’t do so until almost 4 am. There wasn’t anything wrong other than not being able to shut my brain off. There were so many thoughts racing through my head and I couldn’t process them all. I did squeak out a few hours in the …
Feb 13 2017
On Saturday night, Emmett began complaining of his mouth hurting. When I checked it out for him, I found a rather large mouth sore on the inside of his lip. This may end up being nothing more than a random cold sore but Emmett’s never had random cold sores. When these painful little things show …
Feb 13 2017
This is totally random but has been the topic of debate between my wife and I. Feel free to weigh in and share your experience or knowledge. Here’s the question… How much water should the average person drink in a given day? This is a really important question because how much water you consume in …
