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Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): 5 Strategies to Consider

Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder

How are you coping with seasonal affective disorder? Several years ago, in late January, I found myself increasingly slow-moving, and despite being sleepy, I found it increasingly difficult to actually fall asleep.  I always tend to be cold, so I have a tendency to hibernate a bit in the winter ... View Post

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Autism Mom Life

15 More Hawaii Gift Ideas: Piece of Mind Picks

15 More Hawaii Gift Ideas: Piece of Mind Picks

Are you looking for Hawaii gift ideas?  Here are some more ideas to consider - whether you are shopping for birthdays, anniversaries or winter holidays, there is always a reason to celebrate with these Hawaii gift ideas.   Hawaii Gift Ideas: Books Dig into Hawaii’s past with ... View Post

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Thanksgiving, Accommodated: Rethinking Autism Thanksgiving in Your Fam

Thanksgiving, Accommodated: Rethinking Autism Thanksgiving

Autism Thanksgiving - what does that look like? In some families, Thanksgiving is about dressing up, sweeping any and all conflicts under the rug, and eating a fancy meal off the “good” China.  In other families, the focus is on sweat pants and (turkey) smokers, turkey trots and (American) ... View Post

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Autism Mom Life, Staycation

Beyond the Bumper Sticker: 10 Books for your College Reading List

Beyond the Bumper Sticker: 10 Books for your College Reading List

As you navigate the college search and application process, this college reading list for high school students - and families - will help you figure out YOUR best next steps. While maligned in much of the US as a stressful, often negative process, these authors are here to remind you that YOU are ... View Post

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Living with Autism: The Island of the Autism Family

Living with Autism: The Island of the Autism Family

How is your family living with autism? The journey of a family with special needs has famously been compared to a trip to Holland.  The end of school services for young adults is often described by their parents as falling off a cliff.  But to our family, living with autism is like ... View Post

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The Travelers
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Autism Mom Life

Both Sides of the IEP Experience

Both Sides of the IEP Experience

I have spent years on both sides of the IEP experience - each Individualized Educational Plan meeting is the same, but different. I often reflect on how different the meetings feel, depending on why we are gathering. If you need help navigating the IEP experience, consider the resources you'll ... View Post

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The Travelers
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Autism Mom Life, Special Needs Activities

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About

Our family has been working through the puzzle of autism since 2011. We wanted a place to celebrate our successes, enjoy family time, and create memories. Travel can be challenging, but it is more manageable when you know you have a suitable place to stay when you arrive. For us, the Piece of Mind Retreat will be that place. We hope it will be for you as well. Read More…

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