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Democrats vs. Republicans: Who Cares More About Healthcare for Our Families?

by Mama Elephant Bill Clinton addressing the Democratic National Convention..."American families by the millions are struggling with soaring health care costs and declining coverage. I will never forget the parents of…
Lessons I Learned from My Mom

by Mama ElephantI have never claimed that my mom and I are close. I wish we were, but we aren't and all I can do is keep the option there for her. As many faults as she has and as much as she hurt me growing up (and s…
First Day of School

by Mama ElephantYesterday was Junior's first day in his new class at his new school. We decided we would transport Junior to and from school this year instead of using the bus service.One reason is that we are concerne…
Finally Registered for School... But OMG Why Did We Move Here?

by Mama Elephant We finally have Junior registered at his new school. Amazingly, he will be attending his "home" school, which is a first. No word on if we will be able to visit his new teacher before school starts. I w…
New Address, New School, New Headaches

by Mama Elephant We are used to moving around. My husband and I are both children of military men and my husband spent 13 years in the military himself. My son has resided at 13 different addresses in various areas of…
Miracles Sold Here: Is Hope Around The Corner?

by Mama Elephant One of the biggest challenges facing parents of autistic children is navigating the possible treatments and therapies. Just scratching the surface is enough to give someone "brain pain." Please allow me…
I Messed Up, But Taking a Semester Off Isn't All Bad

by Mama Elephant When we moved into this house that I fall more and more in love with every day, it meant moving to a new school district for all of us. I have known for two months that I was going to have to transfer t…
Am I to Blame for My Child's Autism?

by Mama Elephant When my son was in the early stages of being diagnosed with Autism, I read almost everything I could find on the subject. I even made a scary trip downtown so I could visit the main branch of the libra…
Fish at the Psychiatric Clinic

by Mama Elephant [Image Source]Junior had an appointment with his psychiatrist yesterday. We went in thinking that she would do this follow up on the medication and dose then set us free for three months, saving us a t…
Splish Splash Surviving a Hot Summer Day

by Mama Elephant We had a hot day on Friday and our air conditioner just couldn't keep up. So what do we do when we can't cool off in our own house? We head to Splash Country! I have said it before and I will say it…