This post will be a little different then those prior to it. While I have spoken on several occasions how autism has affected our family, and written about our many struggles and triumphs, I have not always shared how the misunderstandings of others can often make us feel. We have had many a success. Many [...]
Tag: parenthood
The Moments in Between
Routines. Structure. Plans. We all need them. We all make them. And, well...sometimes we don't stick to them. Most of us can handle a bit of spontaneity. And, well...others can't. Routines. Structure. Plans. We are a family that must make plans. We must have a routine. A finely structured plan to get through the day. [...]
What Do They See?
When my kids look at me, what do they see? Do they see the things I tend to believe about myself? My self-hatred. My insecurities. The lies I allow myself to believe. Or, do they see a woman who believes she is wanted, cherished, loved, brave, and beautiful? Do they see the woman God sees? [...]
Sometimes There Is Nothing Left To Do But Laugh
Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with shouts of joy. Psalm 126:2 "Whose idea was this?" This is what I ask my husband as our son sits and screams on the bathroom floor. "Whose idea was what?" "Parenthood. Which one of us thought that was a great idea?" We know, we [...]
The One Thing I Can Guarantee Won’t Scare Her
Stop being angry! Turn from your rage! Do not lose your temper! It only leads to harm. Psalm 37:8 Many mornings and many afternoons I spend my time wresting "monsters." On those mornings when our routine is blown, the "monster" is a frazzled and oversensitive 5 year old boy. But, on most mornings, the "monster" [...]
You May Not Feel it Now, but You Are a Good Mommy!
It's no secret around here what our mornings have looked and sounded like lately. Our little guy started school a little over a month ago, and while he is in the same building he has been in for 2 years now, this year's transition to kindergarten has not been easy. A new teacher, a new [...]
We All Fall Short
"God can take what Satan meant for shame and use it for His glory." Lysa TerKeurst I blog a lot about my children here. Not only are they three of the most important people to me, but each of them has taught me many lessons on life, motherhood, love, and God. There comes a time [...]
His Will, Not Mine
Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from Him. Psalm 127:3 I remember the day like it was yesterday. I had just found out the news. I remember thinking to myself- How could this be? This was not part of the plan! This can't be right! Two lines? Yep, there are [...]
Straight Up: Messy Truth 