Welcome! I’m Amanda, and this is my small space on the world wide web.
You will find a variety of topics here including but not limited to life (obvi!), autism, saving money as a special needs family, raising a family, recipes, boozie drinks, and some arts & crafts.
I am a wife, mom, entrepreneur, chaser of dreams, and advocate of inclusion.
One of my favorite things to do is research and write. This is where I share everything for others to enjoy, learn, laugh, and find some incredible Amazon goodies.
Thank you for visiting! Keep on scrolling for some great reads. Enjoy!
Reasons We Stopped ABA Preschool
My son started ABA preschool at a therapy center to help him with his Autism spectrum diagnosis. It didn't take long before he stopped ABA preschool. The class had several students, along with a Habilitative Interventionist for each student. ABA preschool did not go...
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The First Week in ABA Preschool
Last week, my kiddo started ABA preschool. It wasn't easy... It was a gigantic step. Ever since J was diagnosed as being on the Autism spectrum just four months ago, I have been trying to find a program that will help him thrive. All of the experts, doctors, and...
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Silly Monster Gift Ideas
Since Halloween is right around the corner, I figured why not gather some of my boy's favorite silly monster stuff to share with you! Even though you can use these fun finds all year round, it is a great way to put a fun spin on Halloween, especially during a time...
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After the Autism Diagnosis…. Now What?
Even though I saw my son's autism diagnosis coming, nothing prepared me. It knocked me down, even though I was ready for the impact. Now what? Navigating through this is not going to be easy. When J was two we enrolled him a preschool program, that was 2.5 years ago....
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The Best Emoji Finds
I finally sat down and made the best emoji finds list to help fill your life with these adorable emojis! My list includes a little bit of everything, from an emoji backpack, card games, stamps, and even an Emoji Gumball Machine. My boys love everything that has to do...
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My Son’s Autism Diagnosis
My son's autism diagnosis took years of observation, multiple doctors, paperwork, and a variety of tests. Both my husband and I knew that when our youngest son, J, started to show a language delay when he was a toddler that something was going on. We discussed it...
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Emoji Snack Mix Recipe
My kiddo loves everything emoji, so it was no surprise when this emoji snack mix became his new all time favorite! It couldn't come at a better time, because the Emoji movie is coming out in theaters July 28th, 2017! All of those emoji expressions give us parents the...
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The Beginning of Autism Road
Take the journey down Autism Road Paving the road to where we are today has been one difficult journey to navigate. It all comes down to an adventure centered around finding a village for my family. Since my youngest son was born a little over 4 years ago, a lot has...
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My Mom
My mom, Linda Dunlap, was a school teacher and had been since I was young. She LOVED her job. Everything she did was centered around her students learning in a fun environment. She made learning fun and easy for hundreds of students. As I grew up and the months turned...
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Shark Week S’more Treats
Shark week is greeted with anticipation and excitement in my house, every single year. Let's celebrate with these shark week s'more treats! All 3 of my boys love sharks. They have book after book about these incredible creatures. They also don't dare miss an episode...
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