Today was Croix’s occupational therapy evaluation, and like most things with kids, it didn’t go how I pictured it. He started the day in full meltdown mode, mad because I held firm on our “no iPad before homeschool or therapy” rule. I knew that boundary mattered, but whew! He cried hard and wore himself out…More
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Year-round Homeschooling: Why We Plan Without the Pressure
I used to try and stick to a calendar. Really stick to it. Each block had a subject, every subject had a time. I was set up with color codes, timers, and a sense of duty to “stay on track.” It stressed me out baaad! Because Croix would need more time in one area… and…More
Does Your Child Know Your Phone Number? Here’s Why Mine Does Now.
The world we live in is full of conveniences such as smartphones, emergency contact lists, and digital everything. But here’s the thing: What happens when a child is without a phone? What happens if it dies, gets lost, or there’s no one around to access that neatly stored contact info? That’s exactly why I made…More
When One Math Problem Takes Almost 30 Minutes: The Truth Behind the Struggle
Let’s talk about those days. Not the “He got it!” days. Not the cute reel-worthy, “Look at my genius!” days. But the days when one math problem takes forever, and you’re seconds away from tears, slamming a notebook, or saying, “Forget it. We’re done today!” Yeah. Those days. Today, my son just wasn’t there. His…More
Speech Therapy: Hope, Help, and the Power of Getting Started
Speech therapy is one of the most impactful resources we’ve had on our journey and yet, so many parents still feel unsure, overwhelmed, or even ashamed when the topic comes up.Let me tell you this right now: “you don’t need to be ashamed.” Speech therapy isn’t just about talking; it’s about helping your child communicate,…More
When They Say “He Doesn’t Look Autistic…”
What do you do when everyone still thinks “he’s normal”? When they say “he doesn’t look autistic”, as if there’s only one way autism is supposed to show up in this world? For me, that part was hard. Really hard.It felt like a slap in the face, especially coming from those closest to me. People…More
The Swim Lesson Journey: Courage in the Water
As I watched Croix kick a little stronger, stay underwater a little longer, and try again without fear. And it hit me: we’ve come a long way in this swim journey! This is his third official attempt at learning to swim. The first time was at the YMCA when he was just 3 years old.…More
Realizations, Reset, and a Mama on a Mission
Today we wrapped up another homeschool day, and like many others, it left me with more questions, more clarity, and more determination.As we worked through our math lesson, I noticed Croix struggling to recall what number comes after 30 or before 25 for example, without referencing a number chart. He’s trying. I know he is.…More
When the Lesson Doesn’t Land: Parenting Through the Unexpected
It started with a simple homeschool game. We were working on CVC words, and I was excited to him engaged. I had the cards ready, the camera rolling, and my mom heart was fully invested in creating a learning moment. Then it happened, he didn’t get the word. I stepped in to help. And because…More
Why I Created Raising My Wired King
I never imagined I’d be here, writing a blog, homeschooling my son, and learning more about autism, advocacy, and myself than I ever thought possible. But here I am. And if you’re reading this, I’m so glad you are. The Heart Behind It All My name is Tasha. I’m a retired Air Force veteran, now…More
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