As you likely already know, I am the proud parent of a bright, articulate 7 year old named Owen and my happy, mud-loving, Autistic, Epileptic, something-we-haven't-diagnosed, 5 year old Noah. Those boys are my sun and stars. I have written a lot about the trials of raising my special needs kid on my previous blog: noahsnoggin.blogspot.com. Here I am taking a different approach; I want to talk about activities to do with both my boys. Getting both my children out into the community and participating in different adventures will educate, entertain and generally expand their horizons. That is my goal at least. Owen is compliant and easy to please, but Noah is another matter. As the parent of my special needs tyke, I know how easy it is to begin to feel isolated because managing Noah's behavior can be daunting in a public setting. But you know what, I think the world is ready for him. And if they are not, they are just going to have to adapt. There are many kids and adults out there with special needs. No more feeling sad about Noah's limitations, he is who he is and he is pretty awesome.
This blog will be part personal stories and part local family event resources, especially those that embrace the special needs community.
Love it. And yes, people will have to adjust. You forgot to say what a kisser Noah is. He loves to kiss and be kissed.
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