Text-speak
Text-speak annoys me. Probably more than it should, but what are you going to do? Itz not kewl n it never wuz. I understood there was a need for it at one time. Now? Not so much. u deserve 2 get teazd
Matt and Autism (Part Deux)
In the past when I’ve written about my son Matt and his autism, I’ve tried to focus on his many positives. And why shouldn’t I? He truly is a good little guy; a happy 4-year old boy. He loves his toys, does well in school, laughs a lot, and is as mischievous as any other…
Matt and Autism (and not the other way around)
Although I’ve written about my son Matt and his autism in the past, it’s a connection I try not to dwell upon. After all it’s Matt himself, through his own his actions and words, that defines who he is. Yes, he may be autistic, but he’s so much more. Still, there’s no denying his struggles: specifically in communication (speaking) and socialization.
The Ugly Side of Elections
Four years ago I thought the political environment couldn’t get any worse. The two parties were in constant disagreement, same-party candidates were in-fighting, political opponents were at each other’s throats, the TV ads were negative, and it all started about two years before the presidential election was to take place. Sadly, it went downhill from…
A week off with the Twins
I know, I know. Another blog with some parent talking about his kids ad nauseam. True. But there’s at least some humor in here. Or so I’d like to believe. Last week was my first full week off in years. Other than a quick overnight on Monday at the Great Wolf Lodge in Wisconsin Dells,…
You Named Your Kid What?
Note: Awhile ago, I read a blog by Moment Matters titled “Pitiful Names: Why would a parent name their child Placenta?. It mentions other names as well like Suozzi, Ivo, and Casper. In a serious way, it questions why parents would label their kids in such a manner and how there could be long term,…