The Incredibles 2 is a movie full of characters that defy the laws of nature. There are fire-generating people, ice-generating people, people who can fly, and so much more. Yet, nothing in this movie felt more make-believe to me than the way the community came together and helped Bob. That was the part that felt the most far-fetched.
Repost: A Holiday Meal PSA
Big family meals around the holidays can be a huge source of stress for special needs children and their parents, for neurodivergent adults, and for anyone with an eating disorder or special dietary needs. With the season upon us, I wanted to remind everyone to educate themselves on their loved ones' allergies and special diets, … Continue reading Repost: A Holiday Meal PSA
Follow-Up: ‘Twas the Night Before an Autism Christmas
I want to thank you all for the lovely comments after last week’s post. I appreciate everyone who reached out. The story I tell in this poem is based in part on my own family’s experience, and in part on so many other experiences that get shared this time of year. My heart breaks with … Continue reading Follow-Up: ‘Twas the Night Before an Autism Christmas
To the Classmates
To the Kindergarten classmate who came running with a weighted teddy bear when my son was crying at drop-off time--thank you...
15 Reasons Why Anne of Green Gables is Neurodivergent
Specifically, I believe she would be diagnosed with ADHD if she were alive today (and, you know, not fictional). Sit back and smile with me as I give you some examples.
Ashley Lilley 