by Tamara | Aug 9, 2026 | Parenting
When you receive a diagnosis for your autistic child, your world turns upside down. No matter how sweet and loving your child is, things change in your family when you know what you are up against. On the one hand, it’s a relief to finally know for sure, but on the...
by Tamara | Jul 20, 2025 | Inspiration, Parenting
Currently, both my son J and his younger brother are working on finishing their practice drives and logging their hours, so they can take their driving tests. I have dubbed this “Project Freedom” in jest, but really it’s true. This big step in independence means more...
by Tamara | Jun 13, 2025 | Inspiration, Parenting
Having a child with autism and ADHD is not easy. It’s a journey that has both rewards and challenges, and those who are not on this road or one similar to it with a child who has additional needs cannot truly understand it. In these current times, it seems like stress...
by Tamara | Dec 7, 2024 | Inspiration, Parenting
Once Halloween hits, we have two months of the ongoing holiday season. Depending on what you celebrate, that could include Thanksgiving, Diwali, Kwanza, Hanukkah, Christmas, New Year’s and/or others. The holiday season can bring a lot of visions and expectations about...
by Tamara | Nov 10, 2024 | Parenting
Some of you may have noticed the recent change in my last name. That is not your imagination – I’ve gone back to my maiden name after my divorce was recently finalized. I filed for divorce from my husband earlier this year. It was amicable with us keeping the focus on...
by Tamara | Nov 3, 2024 | Parenting
Most parents become a bit uneasy when their child is about to become a teenager. Adolescence can bring even more complexity when you have an autistic child due to their social, communication and other challenges. Yet, your teenager also will grow more into their...
