Content is very heavy and emotional. Please take care of yourself if reading. Grief: noun; deep and poignant distress caused by or as if by bereavement I've found that death isn't something people want to talk about. It's one of those things that everyone knows exists - but no one acknowledges it. Over the years, … Continue reading Autism in Grief
Category: Reflections
Anger
Content note for filicide and violence against people with disabilities. If I have to read about one more parent who says that they wish their child was dead, I will scream. Straight up, I have read "I wish I could kill my child" and "I would rather my kid just be dead already than have … Continue reading Anger
In Memory
Content note for child death. This is a hard one. I haven't been active on here for a while. Classes have been long, my health has been acting up, but something else has made it even harder. I've mentioned before about my brothers. My eleven year old hobbit, and my seven year old cabbage. Both … Continue reading In Memory
Disability Day of Mourning
Note: This post discusses the topic of filicide and violence against people with disabilities. Take caution in reading, and be mindful of how it may impact you. Your mental health is always important. On March 1st, my college campus will feel a little different. Usually, March is the month of midterms, spring break, and a … Continue reading Disability Day of Mourning
An Open Letter to Parents and Caregivers
To the parents of kids with disabilities: Take it easy. Take a breath. Be gentle on yourselves. More importantly, be gentle on your kiddos. Parenting is difficult, no matter how typical your child is (or isn't). It's tough, especially when you have to worry about things that other parents don't. Those late nights where no … Continue reading An Open Letter to Parents and Caregivers
Just Keep Stimming 