Dear Hollywood, Please stop making movies “about autism”. —————————————————————— Can you imagine if you released a movie about a “person with green eyes” and said, “It’s okay because we have surveyed a lot of people with green eyes and tried to be true to ALL of their experiences. As a…
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How To Help a Person Who is Depressed and in Crisis.
Today my morning was interrupted by an unexpected visitor. Expecting a package, I answered the door to find one of my daughter’s friends standing there. They said they had gotten off of their school bus and started to walk…..until they ended up at my house. Although it was a long…
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8 Easy Ways to Put Together a Family Movie Night Your Kids Won’t Forget
If there is one thing every kid loves, it’s a movie night! But heading out to the movie theater isn’t always practical, especially when you’re dealing with a global pandemic. The good news is, you can bring the fun and magic of a movie theater to your own home. Putting…
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Homeschooling Essentials for My Autistic Son.
My son has high-functioning autism (formerly known as Aspergers) and is participating in the guided homeschooling program. In Alberta, Canada, it’s called HUB learning. Deciding whether or not to send him to school this year was a tough choice! But, almost half a year in, I don’t have any regrets.…
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5 Beach Camping Activities for the Whole Family (Printables)
Enjoy this wonderful guest post to amplify your summertime fun! Suns out, guns out. Summertime is not only the perfect time for dad puns, but also the perfect time for the whole family to enjoy the warm weather as a family. Whether you’re headed to the west coast for a…
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Preparedness, Not Panic, Encouraged During Calgary’s State of Emergency Status.
Things are getting real out there with the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Calgary has declared a state of emergency, as a measure to slow it's spread, but the overall message is 'let's not panic!'
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COVID-19 Canceled Our Trip But It’s For The Best
COVID-19 risk shut down Disneyland for the first time since 9-11...
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A Beginner’s Guide to Wigs
I recently started to wear the occasional wig and I love it. There are a lot of cheap beginner options online, so I thought I would share a quick guide.
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PB to Change the World: Exploring Intentional Sustainable Shopping at Nude Market
Words like eco-warrior, eco-friendly, and sustainable are having a moment...and Nude Market hopes to celebrate that. Not just for the moment but into the long-term.
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Printable Travel Postcards to Inspire Your Next Adventure
Use the printable postcards to send to your family and friends or write down your favorite memories from your trip to keep in your travel journal.