I'm the mom. Blogging is out of my comfort range, but Katie is setting this up, in large part, for my benefit so I'm determined to get up to speed and offer my insights. I'm a reader, writer, and former teacher. I taught at the elementary and college level. I plan on sharing some writing and maybe literary frustrations or 'aha' moments, but this is so new to me......who knows where it will go?

One direction it will head toward for sure is help for children with autism. I will never tell you that my way is the only way, or promise a cure---so find another blog if that's what you want to hear. But many of the strategies we used with Katie's brother will work with any developmental delay, so we'll offer some suggestions that will be useful and offer support to parents of children with disabilities.

For today, I'll leave you with this thought:
There will come a time when you will value the circular way your child thinks, if you haven't reached that point yet. The autistic person's process may be more convoluted, but that journey enriches the tour so that the perspective and thoughts that result will be interesting and trigger new insights. Being unique is a good thing.

So for a little while this day focus on treasuring your child as he is, and notice the gifts he has: his determination, his perseverance, his resilience.
Let me know what you treasure....and take time to let a little sun shine in.

Hugs,
Ellie

Welcome to our new prairie blog!

We are excited to welcome you to our new prairie blog that will feature our family's favorite stories, recipes, and other life lessons.