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Ready for Christmas

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(We originally ran this in 2012. Our friend B.K. passed away in 2014, but here advice for surviving Christmas with a child on the autism spectrum is still really good.) By the time you read this, it will be less … Continue reading

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The Great Autism Gift Scramble

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When my daughter was very young, and deep in the bowels of autism (the screaming sixteen hours a day kind of autism), there was only one thing that brought her peace: Disney’s Aladdin. Over and over again, Robin Williams to … Continue reading

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Twas the Night Before Christmas

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Twas the night before Christmas (and I had just finished my shopping an hour ago), When all through the house ( which looked like Hurricane Sandy returned to my living room . . . bitch) Not a creature was stirring … Continue reading

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When Autism and Christmas Don’t Mix

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I don’t mean to be a total Grinch this time of year. I used to love the holidays.  The lights, the parties, the food . . . and Christmas Eve service with bell ringers, incense, and carols. Then I had … Continue reading

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A Thinking Mom’s Letter to St. Nick by The Rev

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Dear Saint Nicholas, What a year it’s been!  Our book having gone to publication in April was really an incredible way to help us all kick off 2013.  We are so thankful for its outrageous success and for all the … Continue reading

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Happy Thanksgiving and Calling all Elves! Thinking Moms’ Revolution’s 25 Days of Holiday Cheer

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I have a pretty tight knit family, but happenstance dictates that we will not all be together for Christmas this year.  We will, however, be together for Thanksgiving.  So we have dubbed it ‘Thankristmas” and are going all out.  We … Continue reading

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Our Thinking Wish List

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We would like to share our wishes for the new year. Healing and friendship dominates our wishes. What’s yours? ~ Thinking Moms & Dad  

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