Category Archives: Star Trek

H at 14 and 30 Days of Autism celebrate ’1000 Ausome Things’ #AutismPositivity2013

Posted on April 30, 2013 by

Today H asked me about “Autism Positivity” and about the purpose of the flash blog. After I answered in some detail, explaining the premise and the intent, he summed it all up rather neatly: “Oh, I get it, Mom… Autism … Continue reading →

Posted in 1000 Ausome Things, acceptance, ASD, Aspergers, Autism, Autism Positivity, diversity, Flash Blog, flashblog, inventing, Loud Hands, Neurodiversity, self-advocacy, Star Trek | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments

A Star Trek Marathon, Waffles, and Chocolate Cake!

Posted on October 13, 2012 by

Today we came home from an overnight at a lovely nearby holiday destination. We stayed in a cottage – instead of the main hotel – so that Finnegan the Labradoodle could come with us. We soaked in the pools and … Continue reading →

Posted in Aspergers, Autism, Star Trek, weekend | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 13 Comments

Cleaning the Aspie Room: Aaack! Will we ever move on from this?

Posted on July 16, 2012 by

H is a collector! He is a collector of facts, like the Amazing Craig (H’s Dad) and like myself! And also like me… he is a collector of stuff! We both love thrift stores and the thrill of a treasure … Continue reading →

Posted in Anxiety, Aspergers, Autism, executive function, HFASD, Indiana Jones, Journey, Michael Jackson, Parent, Star Trek, Star Wars | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 16 Comments

Contemplating Christmas: Autism and Giving to Others

Posted on November 7, 2011 by

I participate in a number of facebook groups. This past week one of them posted a theme on sharing Christmas gift ideas for people with additional needs. I’d like to take this on a slightly different angle (who’s surprised?!?) and … Continue reading →

Posted in Anxiety, ASD, Aspergers, Autism, Big sister, executive function, sibling, Star Trek | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments