The challenges of a chronic Christmas

It’s Christmas time, that’s for sure, but sadly there’s plenty to be afraid of. As with every year, I found myself watching Christmas movies way back in November. Not only did they make me feel festive, they made me THINK festive too. But as the weeks flew by, and I gradually drudged through a pileContinue reading “The challenges of a chronic Christmas”

ASD Parenting – imperfect movies make perfect peace!

It’ll be no surprise that I spent much of November and December enjoying festive films from the comfort of this bed. That enjoyment was amplified when our 6-year-old daughter was sat here with me engrossed by them too. Now, as a kid with ASD, her ability to get bored and distracted is undeniable and constant.Continue reading “ASD Parenting – imperfect movies make perfect peace!”

Christmas movies – cheese that doesn’t stink?

Here we are again. The most wonderful time of the year…usually. This year we seem to be lacking the usual joy and happiness that Christmas inevitably spreads. Even though I only have social media to rely on, I can feel the sadness seeping through the screen and I can feel it at home too. ButContinue reading “Christmas movies – cheese that doesn’t stink?”