Archive for tag: christmas

Great Expectations

30 December, 2011 (05:53) | Autism, Family Life, Parenting | By: erinnieman

A few months ago I had an elaborate plan for Noah’s first moviegoing experience.  At Easter time, I found the newest kids movie and looked up a sensory friendly viewing.  I found one a few towns away.  I sent my husband to the Build-A-Bear Workshop to create the main character, which I had seen in [...]

Merry Christmas 2011!!

12 December, 2011 (10:36) | Autism, Family Life, Parenting | By: erinnieman

Dear Friends and Family, We hope that you enjoy Noah singing two of his favorite Christmas carols and wishing you a Merry Christmas in his own words! Love, Larry, Erin and Noah <iframe width=”420″ height=”315″ src=”http://www.youtube.com/embed/-Tzg4rhNG8s” frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen></iframe>

Angels Among Us

12 November, 2011 (22:14) | Autism, Family Life, Fundraising, Product/Location Reviews | By: erinnieman

Today I was reminded, once again, that there are angels among us.  Sometimes it’s easy to forget in the hustle and bustle of our busy schedules.  Here’s what happened: I got a call from our local Sears Portrait Studio last night to remind me that Santa was going to be there today.  I schedule an appointment [...]

Surviving the Holidays

11 November, 2011 (17:06) | Autism, Family Life, Parenting | By: erinnieman

The holidays are fast approaching.  Although most of us love a huge Thanksgiving dinner and the anticipation and festivities of Christmas, the holidays are a source of stress for many.  Even more so, they can be very disruptive to those of us who live in the world of autism.   Here are a few tips that [...]