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My Boys - Not The Former Things
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Not The Former Things. I am not an expert. I am not even an experienced parent when it comes to this stuff. We received official diagnoses for both the boys within a year of each other. I think the diagnoses help me to understand them better, although sometimes I am pretty sure that now know even less about how to help them. I share the day-to-day realities of being a mommy to two highly gifted boys (. Both tested in the genius range. Live gratefully, with purpose and love has been much tougher to find.
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executive function Archives - Not The Former Things
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Not The Former Things. Middot; Sensory Processing Disorder. Middot; Survival Mode. Top 10 Tips For Sensory Kids and Their Parents. February 29, 2016. March 2, 2016. When Mommy Is The Problem. October 29, 2015. I heard a friend say once that if it wasn’t for her children, she would be the best mom. Ha! Middot; Survival Mode. What Has Surprised Me Most Since My Son Was Diagnosed With Autism. August 11, 2015. August 11, 2015. April 15, 2015. November 3, 2015. Shawna’a Books Now Available On Amazon. My name ...
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Sensory Processing Disorder: Mom's Perspective - Not The Former Things
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Not The Former Things. Middot; Sensory Processing Disorder. Sensory Processing Disorder: Mom’s Perspective. July 29, 2015. January 27, 2016. Momma, I need you to turn off the air conditioner,. 8221; my son said as we drove to his appointment. OK, but why? 8221; I asked, thinking about the 95 degree heat that was sure to make us a sweaty mess, in about three minutes, without the air on. Because I am eating something crunchy. 8221; he answered, as if I should know. “. I turned off the air. Speaks candidly ...
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Learning At Home - Not The Former Things
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Not The Former Things. You might be surprised to learn that homeschooling my children, particularly because of their special needs, has actually made my life easier. If you have considered this option for your child, but are worried that you won’t be able to do it well, you are not alone. Every single momma I know who homeschools her children has exactly this same fear. And every single one of their children, are learning and thriving. Read on for more on Learning At Home and Not The Former Things….
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My Man - Not The Former Things
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Not The Former Things. Top 5 Not The Former Things Posts On Marriage. Marriage in the Messy. Our Special Needs Marriage – The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly. Divorce, Custody Agreements, and Autism. Happy Father’s Day To The Stepdad. Leave a Reply Cancel reply. Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *. Notify me of new posts by email. Shawna’a Books Now Available On Amazon. A Little Bit About Me. View Full Profile →. You Can Also Find Me Here –. Proudly powered by WordPress.
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special needs Archives - Not The Former Things
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Not The Former Things. Middot; Special Education At Home. Why We Use All About Reading With My Dyslexic Son. August 25, 2016. August 24, 2016. We began homeschooling my youngest son when he was in kindergarten. He loved animals, getting messy and telling terrible jokes. (Five years later, he still does! Middot; Special Education At Home. A Mom Is A Mom, A Kid Is A Kid. August 23, 2016. Middot; Guest Post. Broken Cookies Taste Just As Sweet. August 19, 2016. Hearing stories from other moms can be so encou...
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meltdowns Archives - Not The Former Things
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Not The Former Things. When Your Child Is Different. August 8, 2016. August 17, 2016. It happened yesterday in the grocery store. My youngest was with me. Although he is ten, he is not developmentally ten right now. He was struggling. Like for reals. It was not going well. I went through the usual guilt – Why did I bring him? I should have rearranged my plans and let him… Continue reading When Your Child Is Different. What I Want You To Know About My Children With Special Needs. August 4, 2016. 8220;I wa...
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More Jesus - Not The Former Things
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Not The Former Things. I am overwhelmed by the simple grace of it. God saved me, despite me. Below are my stories of learning what it means to be a part of His family. It’s messy sometimes, to be sure. It’s confusing and fun, frustrating and joyful. It’s human. It’s real. And there is so much beauty. Depression, Grief and the Church. When Christian Parenting Isn’t Christian. Questions I Asked As A New Christian. Why Does Sunday School Have To Be School? When I woke up, He was there. I was so disoriented ...
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Parenting Archives - Not The Former Things
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Not The Former Things. Middot; Special Education At Home. History For The Out of the Box Learner. August 15, 2016. August 17, 2016. This post contains affiliate links. Thank you for your ongoing support of our family. We appreciate you! When Motherhood Doesn’t Go As Planned. August 12, 2016. August 17, 2016. When Your Child Is Different. August 8, 2016. August 17, 2016. It happened yesterday in the grocery store. My youngest was with me. Although he is ten, he is not developmentally ten right now...When ...
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My Child Has Just Been Diagnosed With Autism: Where do I start? - Not The Former Things
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Not The Former Things. Middot; Sensory Processing Disorder. My Child Has Just Been Diagnosed With Autism: Where do I start? March 14, 2015. March 14, 2015. It was one of those moments, I am sure. The ones that just stick. And define the rest of our lives, for better for worse. Both of her precious sons have autism. And her only question for me? 8220;Where do I start? My heart broke for her. I remember being this momma. I remember walking out of the doctor’s office. I remember thinking, “. And I what I to...
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