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Autism, Asperger's and more, oh my!

It's Hunt for Happiness Week

This calendar event came to my attention this week and at first I thought it was a bit odd. Hunt for Happiness? How on earth does a person do that? I always thought we made our own happiness, defined happiness for and within ourselves.

A quick google search showed me that there is a Secret Society of Happy People. Founded in 1998 the purpose of the Society is to encourage the expression of happiness and discourage parade-raining. Their mission is to help people to recognize more happiness and encourage them to talk ...
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Wordless Wednesday - November 9, 2011

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First camping trip - 2011

When thinking about how to spend our summer this year one thought that stuck with me was derived from memories of my own childhood. Every summer my family went camping for 2 weeks. When we were younger the time was spent at Cultas Lake, a short drive from home and with 4 kids my parents needed to be able to pack up and hit the highway if necessary. Those memories are some of the happiest and most comforting that I have. Camping brought a sense of adventure and freedom. I remember my Dad would wake up early each morning ... << MORE >>

The Gang's all here - Part 6 - Helping Hearts brings it together

If you have been following the posts introducing our family I want to wrap it up with a gorgeous family photo.

First, a bit of a story about how we came to possess such a fantastic picture to display.

I was introduced to the Helping Hearts Organization through a friend of mine who also has some children with Special Needs.

Helping Hearts is a non-profit organization located in Canada and created by Melissa & Michelle with the goal of being able to ...
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Father's Day 2011


Cam and Kurtis caught in a special moment by Rae Clevett during our family photo session through Helping Hearts.

Kurtis couldn't have a more perfect person in the role of Daddy if he had hand picked him. Cam wears his many hats with grace and gratitude. Daddy, advocate, trainer, therapist, teacher, student (we all learn so much from Kurtis) rough houser, equipment adapter, techno guru...you name it...he does it...all for Kurtis! 

Happy Father's Day Cameron! Hope you enjoyed your day. ...
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Mother's Day Poem


How did you find the energy, Mom
To do all the things you did,
To be teacher, nurse and counsellor
To me, when I was a kid.

How did you do it all, Mom,
Be a chauffeur, cook and friend,
Yet find time to be a playmate,
I just can’t comprehend. ...
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The Gang's all here - Part 5


I am happy to introduce Natasha and Justin.

Through the years Natasha has been my right hand in so many ways. She loves children and has a magnetism that draws them to her. She loves to dance and to share that passion with others, but most of all, she loves Kurtis.

I have had the joy of watching Natasha grow into a caring young adult with the ability to advocate for her brother when needed.

Natasha is ...
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Teachers in our lives

By way of introduction to this post I would like to tell you that I belong to a group called Blog Energizer. blog energizer logo I have been using their free program for a few years now but recently decided to take the plunge and upgrade my account to Premium status which provides me with bonus materials. One of the bonuses is that each month we receive an "assignment" to complete as we see fit with our own blog. ...
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The Gang's all here - Part 4

As different as night and day these two women have grown to be strong and independent.

As a small child Ali was always on the look out for people she could help or learn from. This has carried her well into adulthood and she has developed an interest in entertaining and would like to start a career in the wedding planning industry.

Presently, Ali works in the insurance industry and has worked hard to develop her skills and gain advancement in her office.

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The Gang's all here - Part 3



Introducing my daughter Tria and her daughter Courtney-ann. Tria

As the eldest, Tria has always carried a lot responsibility but with a willingness that goes beyond expectation. She has always made herself available to help out when I needed to call on her and now, in return for that, I help her out by caring for Courtney-ann when needed.

Tria is a single mom and works full time in administration for a fuel company.
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