Tag Archives: siblings

The Significance of Candles

Posted on October 16, 2017 by stixandfuzzies

Candles are one of those rare objects that can bring a person joy or sorrow. They are lit and placed on cakes for birthdays, lit for prayers, or lit in rememberence of a loved one. On this day each year, … Continue reading →

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Special Kids Need Special Aunts

Posted on April 8, 2017 by stixandfuzzies

Today is my oldest sister’s birthday. And, has been on my mind all day. Thinking back on find memories of laughing until milk comes out of my nose (yes, that did happen) blanket forts and cartoons Saturday mornings are some … Continue reading →

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Social Media: Friend & Foe

Posted on December 14, 2016 by stixandfuzzies

Since I began staying home with my kids 6 1/2 years ago, social media has been my go to for social interaction, and my escape from the stresses of daily life. It was fun sharing pictures of Stix’s birth, baptism … Continue reading →

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A Small Victory

Posted on December 11, 2016 by stixandfuzzies

Many times I have told people the “benefit” of having 5 kids is that they can play together, play imaginary games together and learn from one another. And, when you add 2 ASD boys to the mix, having typical kids … Continue reading →

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When Little Victories are Big Victories

Posted on November 2, 2016 by stixandfuzzies

Yesterday was Halloween, a day we have dressed up our kiddos every year. We celebrate it as All Saints’ Day and dress them as whatever saint fits the costume. It usually is a night with some fun, but stress. Inevitably, … Continue reading →

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Dear Ginger

Posted on October 26, 2016 by stixandfuzzies

A Letter to our Typical Daughter Ginger* is our 3 1/2 year old daughter, and the younger sibling to Stix and Trux. She has beautiful red hair, big blue eyes and rocks as a sister. And, she is typical. AT 3 … Continue reading →

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The Price of a Meltdown

Posted on October 23, 2016 by stixandfuzzies

The Cost How much does a meltdown cost? Today, for me, it was $19.99. I took Stix’s younger brother , Trux, with me to Costco today, and walked out with an unplanned purchase of a scale model of a 2010 Yellow … Continue reading →

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