The Cleavers We Are Not

Since I was cooped up for the last few weeks (and I really didn't feel like cooking), we decided to venture into the world of eating out tonight. I called ahead to check out what they had on the buffet to be sure each child would have adequate choices. Problem? We choose a restaurant that was foreign to Sahara.As she entered the building, she scoped out all of her surroundings and off she went. She had to walk (a.k.a. run) the entire perimeter of...

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Bedtime Stemming and Emotions

The clock flashed 1:11 am.... My ears had been listening to the non-stop vocal stemming for 4 hours now. My eyes could barely stay open. I had tried every trick I had up my sleeve; brushing, reiki, floor-time... This was just something we had to ride out. 1:24 am... I was tired, I knew we had a busy day ahead of us; Music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy. Mondays are our busy days... coming off of a 3 week bout...

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Recipe of the Week: GFCF Sunday Morning Muffins

Mommy is back!! This morning Emily asked for Blueberry Muffins for breakfast. After spending 3 weeks confined to the couch with kidney stones, I decided to put on the apron and jump back in. Of course, I wasn't lucky enough to have a pre-packaged mix in the pantry. So, I decided to wing it. I found all the ingredients for a coffee cake, surely if I tweaked it a bit I could come up with something... I have to say this was so yummy on a quiet Sunday...

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Happy Hallmark Day!!

I am happy to say I didn't get flowers today!! Yep, happy!! I am proud to say we express our love, gratitude, and appreciation for one another everyday. I do not need a Hallmark Day for me to feel special.My husband staying up with me all night while I was in agony with the kidney stones says more than a dozen roses. My husband doing the dishes and laundry without request says more than a box of chocolates. My husband assisting the 4th grade math...

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Stoned and Unemployed

My husband was downsized in October. If you haven't heard, the employment front is not a positive outlook these days. Since there are hundreds (literally) applying for the same job, the employers have raised the bar on expectations and credentials. Being able to cherry pick every candidate that is chosen to actually come in through the door for an interview has left many frustrated and dependent on unemployment benefits. Families, like ours, are...

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