Career, Chronic Conditions, Disability/Handicap, Family, Health, Holidays, Mental Health, stories

December, Autism Supports, & Bowling

Is December my brother's month? It certainly is! He was born on Christmas so despite whatever happens in life, December is still his month. A lot of good things are in the works though! He said, "It's great to be back doing my favorite sport!" Special Olympics Bowling has been a favorite activity of his… Continue reading December, Autism Supports, & Bowling

Allergies, Chronic Conditions, Family, Food, Health, Kids, Mom Life

Getting Wiggly at Her Food Challenge & the Easiest Allergy-Friendly Desserts

When we took our youngest in to the allergist to confirm her severe allergy to specific tree nuts, we were surprised by reactions to eggs and milk too. She had severe eczema before cutting out these foods and recently she only gets it if she accidentally eats something on her bad list, if she rolls… Continue reading Getting Wiggly at Her Food Challenge & the Easiest Allergy-Friendly Desserts

Chronic Conditions, Disability/Handicap, Family, Health, Mental Health

A House for Brother “Autism, Adulthood, & More Independence Through Tech”

How do I help my brother achieve his dreams but still be there to support him when he needs me? So we are smack dab in the middle of winter, and we are helping my autistic adult brother move into, what we are hoping, will be his forever home. Please understand that I have considered… Continue reading A House for Brother “Autism, Adulthood, & More Independence Through Tech”

Chronic Conditions, Health, Uncategorized

Reducing Muscle Spasms & Pain, & Avoiding My Migraines

I can avoid most migraines if I take care of my tension headache before it gets worse! So this weekend I had the privilege to help a loved one decorate for her wedding! It was gorgeous by the way, little thanks to me. I just helped put things where they were supposed to go and… Continue reading Reducing Muscle Spasms & Pain, & Avoiding My Migraines

Chronic Conditions, Disability/Handicap, Family, Health

Muddling Through Covid As a Big Happy Family

It is not lost on us, the irony of this crazy respiratory sickness scaring the crap out of everyone. Especially since it was right on the back of mom getting out of the hospital from her latest lung exacerbation. What do you do though? We all have to figure out how to function in this… Continue reading Muddling Through Covid As a Big Happy Family

Chronic Conditions, Family, Food

Best Tips for Cooking a Gluten-Free Holiday Meal

Our best tips for cooking a gluten-free holiday meal. Also how to avoid as much gluten as possible at your family holiday meal. We hope to help others avoid common food mistakes made during the holidays.