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5thSeptember201925th September 2019
11

A Melatonin Muddle

Boy lying on grass in front of castle ruins

We are luckier than many, when it comes to sleep. After a rocky start, like most babies, my boy started sleeping through the night at around 18 months. And so it has been since then, for the most part. Oh, there have been times of illness and stress, patches where he wakes frequently in the… Read More

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17thJuly201917th July 2019
4

The last day: a letter to my daughter as she prepares for school.

Hands craddling new born feet

Today is an ending. It is the final day of pre-school you and me, snuggled on the sofa. Today, little bean, is the last day – the very last – that we will walk home, hand-in-hand, after dropping your brother at his classroom door. After today, I will not stay at home just to watch… Read More

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28thMay201928th May 2019
19

Outdoor Adventures with James Wellbeloved

Family with dog on the left, muddy Springer Spaniel on a log on the right

Hooray for longer days, milder weather and long weekend walks in beautiful surroundings. Our Springer Spaniel, Willow, is in her element when we are walking in the Forest of Dean. May is National Walking month and, to celebrate it, James Wellbeloved asked us to share one of our favourite places for a family walk and… Read More

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22ndMay201922nd May 2019
0

I Cannot Lie

Boy stading by lake throwing a bucket of water

Little boy, I cannot lie to you. I know the status that truth holds, in your beautiful and remarkable mind. It is the greatest imperative, essential for peace of mind, for the world to keep spinning. I know. I love the truth too. I have learned to live with lies, to use them, if I… Read More

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7thMay20197th May 2019
4

La Croix du Vieux Pont – Our Al Fresco Family Holiday

collage of holiday photos from our trip with Al Fresco Holidays

*Al Fresco Holidays gifted our stay at La Croix du Vieux Pont for the purposes of this review. Last month we were lucky enough to be invited to a beautiful campsite in Northern France, courtesy of Al Fresco Holidays. This was a wonderful opportunity for us. We do not have the funds to travel much and… Read More

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2ndApril20199th April 2019
3

12 Things I have learned since my first Autism Awareness Day

Infinity Symbol for Autism Awareness

The first time I experienced Autism Awareness Month, as the parent of a newly diagnosed child, was in April 2016. It is hard to fully convey how far we have come since then. The way I think and feel has totally transformed. Back then, I was just starting on the road that led to where… Read More

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12thMarch201912th March 2019
6

On Telling You that You are Autistic

Boy looking out of a window at NT Croome

Gorgeous boy, you are sitting on the stairs, tears running down your face. As you heave and splutter, you try to begin a word – over and over – but you cannot make it come. “Shhhh sweetheart. Everything is ok. Think about breathing in and out. I am here.” I am sitting at the bottom… Read More

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18thFebruary20198th April 2019
110

Win a Pair of Indestructible School Shoes from Treads

Biggest has always been a cautious child. Being behind with motor skills, and generally anxious, he was never in a rush to run, jump and climb like many children his age. His school shoes for Reception lasted the whole year. They were barely even scratched when he broke up for the Summer. I heard other… Read More

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8thFebruary20198th February 2019
4

The Balancing Act

Close-up of Biggest smiling

There are so many things hanging in the balance. I must push my son to achieve his potential, to leave his comfort zone, to be the best he can be – but I must also never force him to change, never make him do anything against his will. Always, his choice must be paramount. I… Read More

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7thFebruary201928th November 2019
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Visiting the Aviva Community Fund Winner, Newport Chinese Centre

Enoch and I at Newport Chinese Community Centre

The Aviva Community Fund offers projects up and down the country the chance to secure much-needed funding for projects which build stronger and more resilient communities. Recently, I was lucky enough to see first-hand how the Aviva Community Fund is helping. I visited the Newport Chinese Community Centre (NCCC), who won £1,000 in 2017. About the Aviva Community Fund… Read More

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6thJanuary201928th November 2019
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Three Years in Numbers

Present next to a computer. Tag reads Happy 3rd Birthday Someone's Mum

Today, Someone’s Mum turns three. In many ways, 2018 was quieter than 2017. There were no award nominations, no blogging conferences, and no leaps in social followers. However, 2018 is my proudest year to date. My achievements might be a bit more subtle, but I think they represent my hard work and improvements more clearly.… Read More

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27thDecember201814th June 2019
11

The Picture Does Not Show it

A small girl and boy holding in front of a christmas tree

A boy and a girl stand in front of a Christmas tree, holding hands, smiles beaming. They are dressed smartly, in tartan and check. The boy is in blue and the girl in red. Behind them, the lights of the tree twinkle and glow. Red and gold baubles glint against the green. A perfect scene.… Read More

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I am Danielle and I am an ex-English teacher living on the border between Gloucestershire and Worcestershire. I have two children, a boy, 9, who is on the autistic spectrum, and a daughter, 7… read more

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