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We are the Smith Family. We get a lot of questions on what life with Brantley, our 8 year old who has complex behaviors and developmental disabilities is like. So why not take you on our parenting adventure?

We invite you to come along with us as we tackle the trials and triumphs of special needs parenting. We hope that you will join us as we laugh a lot, cry a little, pull our hair out sometimes and love on our wild little man.

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Oct 12 min read

The Blue Pumpkin: Raising Awareness for Autism’s Unseen Spectrum

October is upon us, and with it comes the annual debate over the blue pumpkin. If you're unfamiliar with this, the blue pumpkin has...

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Sep 292 min read

Thrills and Growth: An Unforgettable Day at Kings Island thanks to A Kid Again

There’s something magical about seeing how much kids can change. We got to witness that firsthand today during our monthly adventure with...

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Sep 271 min read

When Silence Speaks: Imagining the Words Brantley Might One Day Say

Before Brantley’s last surgery, the anesthesiologist came in to ask him a few routine questions. When I explained that he was nonverbal,...

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It is easy to be overwhelmed with the amount of acronyms that are thrown the special needs community like confetti.

We hope you find our list of common acronyms helpful to you in your advocacy journey.

Click Here for our Special Needs Acronym Guide

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