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There is a quote floating around by Eileen Lamb that says “You can be sad about your child’s diagnosis and still love them with every...

“No, Brantley!” It is said a lot in our house, probably too much, if I am being honest. The realization struck when Brantley's younger...

“Backhand would do the job” “I will smack my kid for eating a hot wheel, that’s ridiculous” These comments were made about Brantley...

Brantley's hugs are top-notch, surprising, and super snug. However, for the past 6 months, they've come with an extra side of snot that...

A recent sense of tranquility embraced us with a gentle breeze that filled our sails with hope, as we sailed uncharted calmer waters for...

“Should we create a will?" Despite revisiting the topic multiple times over the last eight years, the stumbling block remains—the...

In Brantley’s earlier years, a daily storm of toys would cascade through our house, creating chaos as he emptied his toy box—a vivid...

Parenting a child with special needs is an undeniable challenge. As parents to children with complex needs, we carry a lifelong emotional...

Relationships are hard for Brantley. Because of his nonverbal nature, many people dismiss the possibility of forming a genuine connection...

Shortly before turning 8, Brantley underwent testing revealing that his play and leisure skills mirrored those of a 2-month-old, with...

“If you don’t go, you’ll never go” A statement that stopped me dead in my tracks upon reading it. Balancing both of my boy’s diverse...

Unpacking a box of Christmas items passed along by my mother, I couldn't help but smile as I placed the colorful 1980s Christmas decor...

Yesterday marked our early Christmas celebration with family, a timely strategy to ease Brantley into the holiday chaos, navigating his...

In the realm of special needs, behaviors are ever-changing, and Brantley is no exception. In 8 years, he has had many memorable phases...

Navigating Brantley's wild and elusive nature has been an ongoing adventure for eight years. Similar to a feral cat, he maintained his...

Raising a child with pica brings unique challenges to Elf on the Shelf. The established guideline for an Elf is clear: children must not...

I vividly remember capturing this moment and editing out the clothes hanger Brantley held so tightly. I couldn’t grasp the thought of...

November prompts a wave of Facebook posts expressing gratitude. Although I've never participated, I regularly reflect on things I'm...