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Apr 07 2013

Operation Hope: Taking back control

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April 7, 2013

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I wanted to share the latest update to Operation Hope.  Part of Operation Hope is the Lost and Tired family moving forward.  In order to do that, we have to know that Gavin is in a safe place,  and he is.

We have to be able to begin to heal the rest of the family and that’s no easy task.

A lot of damage has been done and it will take a long time to recover.

Having said that, one of the things Lizze and I have to do is try to get our health back.  I’m excited to say that we are doing just that.

I want to show you the progress we made today, towards our goal of weight loss, better managed depression and overall health improvement.

Lizze and I had the day to ourselves.  Instead of succumbing to our exhaustion, we pushed through and walked well over 5 miles today,  at a pretty decent pace.
We have been walking all week and we feel great.

Lizze hurts like there’s no tomorrow but she’s also seeing progress, having lost over 10 lbs.

I’m so proud of us both.  Our goal is to take control back over our lives and help move forward with all of our kids.

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Apr 04 2013

Kuts 4 Kids: #Autism Friendly Haircuts

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April 4, 2013

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Whenever I come across a business that works very well with the Autism community, I like to shine the spotlight on them because quite frankly, they deserve it.

Kuts 4 Kids is the latest to receive this recognition for working well with my kids on the Autism spectrum.

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As many of you are aware of, taking a child with Autism to get a haircut is very often a traumatic experience for all involved.

When it comes to the Lost and Tired family, our experience with haircuts is hit or miss.  Sometimes the boys do really, really well. Others times, especially with Emmett in particular, we struggle and very often won’t even make it out of the car.

We have been going to Kuts 4 Kids for a few years now and all I can do is sing their praises.

The boys do pretty well there.  Jessica and Jodi are so incredibly patient and seem to find a way to work with our boys so they feel comfortable with them inside their personal space.

The boys get to pick a special seat and watch cartoons while they get their hair cut, which is a great distraction.

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While not every child with Autism is subject to having a different experience at Kuts 4 Kids, they will be treated with kindness, compassion and most of all, respect.

Kuts 4 Kids is our home for haircuts because the kids just do much better there, than the other places we’ve tried over the years. I would encourage you all, if you live in the Akron/Canton, Ohio area, to give them a try.
As a special needs parent, we have to sometimes look for awhile to find something that works for our kids.  If you can manage a less stressful haircut, wouldn’t that just be awesome.  It works for us.  :-)

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Apr 04 2013

What is it about haircuts?

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April 4, 2013

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I feel that there is always something to be positive but not at the expense of being realistic. In my opinion, dealing with reality is absolutely crucial, especially when it comes to raising special needs kids. 

There is a very fine line between being positive and approaching a situation in a realistic manner.

As silly as it sounds, Lizze and I are getting ready to approach a situation that many parents of Autistic kids would avoid like the plague. Can you guess what that is? That’s right, haircuts.

There are so many other things in the world my boys would rather do than get their hair cut.  To be completely honest, there are a million  and on things that I would rather do than take them get their hair cut.

On many occasions, we have gone and come back with the same about of hair on their heads that they left with. Only now they were extremely stressed out and overstimulated.

I don’t know what it is about a haircut that sets them off. Perhaps is the sounds of the trimmers, or the anxiety of having someone inside their personal space and touching them.

All I know is that I’m about to attempt this on my own because Lizze is not feeling well now.

What is about a friggin haircut?


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Apr 04 2013

How do you unwind after a day full of #Autism?

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April 4, 2013

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There are days where we experience Autism in full force.  On these days, the boys are likely having a ton of difficulty with things.  They may be overstimulated or struggling with more sensory issues than normal.

Part of what’s so overwhelming for us as parents is the screaming and inability to really help them through what they are experiencing.

These are the days where I may have to remake breakfast, lunch and dinner, several times because someone is refusing to eat because something is wrong with their chicken nuggets.

Lizze and I refer to these days as a day full of Autism.

We don’t mean it in a bad way.  It’s just one of those days when the boys will experience more of the outward symptoms and are much more challenging to manage.

After the boys are safely away in their dreams, Lizze and I try to unwind. 

Depending on how bad the day was, I may sneak off to Walgreens for some cheap ice cream or Lizze will fall asleep while snuggling with me on the couch. 

It’s nice to have some downtime. It helps to keep us from going crazy and it’s also nice to spend time with my best friend, even if she’s sleeping next to me.  :-)

What do you do to unwind after a rough day?

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Apr 04 2013

Today’s #Autism Victory: Letting Mommy and Daddy get out

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April 4, 2013

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I already posted this picture on the Lost and Tired community page on Facebook but I wanted to share the victory with all of you as well. 

Lizze and I went walking this afternoon.  I talked about that earlier.

What I neglected to mention, was where the kids were at the time.  Well, the boys were hanging out with my Mom for a little while yesterday, so Lizze and I could get away and get Fit4Autism.  :-)

That was honestly a victory, in and of itself. 

However, the main reason I’m celebrating is because the boys actually got along and even built this little town out of blocks. 

They worked together and had a great time.  Anytime there’s no bloodshed, that is a victory as far as I’m concerned.  :-)

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Apr 03 2013

#Autism Awareness Month Suggestions: Take care of yourself

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April 3, 2013

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As parents, we play a vital role in the life of our children. As special needs parents, that even more true. The reality is that in some cases, our kids will need us for as long as we can physically be here.

One of my worst fears is the day that I’m no longer here to take care of my kids. 

One of the things I’m doing instead of allowing that fear to take over is embrace it. I embrace that fear and let it drive me to take better care of myself.  I use that fear to motivate me into making better life decisions. 

It’s so incredibly easy to get lost in the everyday life of special needs parenting.  We do and do for our kids, often times at great expense to our own wellbeing.

When I was a firefighter and paramedic, one of the very first things we were taught was that the safety of myself and my partner must always come first. That may seem counterintuitive but it’s absolutely correct.

If I rolled up on the scene of an auto accident and put myself or my partner in harms way and something happens to us, not only are there more injuries to worry about but how can I help anyone if I’m hurt myself?

The same holds true with special needs parenting.

If you don’t take care of yourself, Who will be here to take care of your kids? It’s a sobering thought but one that must be taken seriously.

As part of Autism Awareness Month, I will be encouraging parents to do their best to make time for themselves. Take time to de-stress, watch what you eat and exercise.

Having said that, I’ll be leading by example and doing the same thing.  I will also be sharing what I do and any progress I make. 

Here is what I managed to pull off today. I took Lizze to the track and we were able to squeeze in 1.5 miles before picking up the boys. 

Every little bit, adds up over time. 

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Apr 03 2013

An #Autism Plea

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April 3, 2013

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I came across this today and really connected with this Mother.  What a fantastic message. Please help share her voice by watching and sharing her brief but touching video. 


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