by Shari Grande | May 27, 2025 | ADHD, Autism, Family, Parent Coaching
Four years ago, I wrote about the bittersweet blur of watching our oldest son finish high school. Back then, I was awash in questions: Had we done enough to help prepare our son for the world? Had we protected his spirit? Was he ready? Now, I find myself reflecting...
by Shari | Oct 12, 2020 | Autism
August 22 is a very poignant anniversary for our family. It is the anniversary of the day my husband Vin and I first heard, “your son has autism.” At the time, I was quite certain I would never be the same. There were days where I was unrecognizable to myself and...
by Shari | Sep 28, 2015 | ADHD, Autism, Parent Coaching, Sensory Processing, Special Needs
13 years ago a perfect baby boy was born. Because we understood him to be perfect, we named him Elijah. We knew of course he was special as most parents do. He has always had the most amazing, loving spirit and thankfully, still does. When he...
by Shari | Aug 26, 2015 | ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Family, Holidays, Parent Coaching, Sensory Processing, Special Needs
That moment. You know, the one when the life you knew and the rest of your life split. That’s the one I want to talk about. We all have one, or if you don’t yet, you will. It is as much a part of the human experience as breathing; trust me on this one. Perhaps it was...