When Love Isn’t Enough: Our Honest Story About Autism and Bringing a Puppy Home
We brought “Ace Ironman” into our home with so much hope. When Croix first met him, he cried to have him. So, we made the decision to get him. He was meant to be a surprise for our son, Croix. The moment Croix saw him, his whole face lit up. He fell in love instantly.…
Big Milestone: Math Level Up!
It’s been a while since our last post, but I just had to pop in with a little family update. We’ve been very busy around here because not only is our son hitting new milestones, but me and his dad are back in school too! So yes, all three of us are getting our education…
Which Robot Are You Today?
The other night, my son and I were playing with these little boxing robots. You control them with a remote, and the goal is simple: knock the other one over. His robot came at me with everything it had, swinging nonstop. But my robot? Out of nowhere, it turned and started going the other way.…
Progress Worth Cheering For ✨
Today my heart is full. Croix is making progress in ways that bring me so much joy, I could cry (and honestly, I did). In math, he’s beginning to add without counting on his fingers or using sticks. To hear him say with confidence, “3 plus 2 is 5, 2 plus 2 is 4, 5…
When Mama’s More Overstimulated Than the Kids
Today was one of those days. We went to an open house for a homeschool co-op, and on the surface, it felt great. The director was kind. The families were warm. I even got that “this could be good” feeling in my gut. But deep down, I couldn’t shake the thought — are they going…
From Hours to Minutes: How My Son Mastered 6 Math Problems in a Row
Y’all… my baby did math today. And not just any math; SIX math problems, back-to-back, without counting sticks, without using his fingers, and without giving up. Do you know how big this is? This is history-making in our house! He only semi-struggled with one of them and even then, he worked it out without help.…
Why I Gave Up Meat —And Why I Just Ate It Again
I didn’t eat any meat. Not a wing. Not a nugget. Not even a sliver from the kids’ plate. I stopped eating meat on January 3rd nearly two years ago. It wasn’t a moral decision, and it wasn’t about going vegan or following a trend. It was personal. At the time, I was dealing with…
When It’s Time to Pause the Dream (But Not Let It Die)
Today was hard. Not in the chaotic, tantrum-filled, laundry-still-in-the-washer kind of way, but in the soul-level, “I have to let go of something I love for something I love even more” kind of way. I walked into our homeschool room, preparing to make more space. We already learn year-round, but now we’re shifting into deeper…
It’s Finally Here: The Black Autistic Dinosaur Has Officially Launched!
I am so excited to finally say these words: The Black Autistic Dinosaur is HERE! This book has been a labor of love: for my son, and for so many families like ours. My son LOVES dinosaurs; and honestly, that’s part of his magic. That’s how he communicates. That’s how he feels brave! So naturally,…
Choosing Faith Over Fear: I Officially Decided to Homeschool My 6-Year-Old”
Today was a milestone! I submitted the paperwork to officially homeschool Croix. At six years old, this means more than just a decision…it’s a commitment. He’s now required to take annual evaluations with a certified teacher. I’ll need to keep a portfolio of his work. I cried a little submitting the form. Not because I…
Raising My Wired King 