Fire and Ice
Making a fire and watching hockey is one of our favorite activities. Mikey has (and will probably have) many entries almost exactly like this one.
This reminded me to remind you that routine, repetition and predictability make your home a safe space for your kids. Nonstop excitement is not needed and maybe not even good.
Aim for a home that makes your kiddo feel safe enough to fall asleep on the couch. Wink.
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About the Author
Erica Mauro is a mom to two teenage boys, Will who is neurotypical and Michael with Autism and cognitive delays. She holds a BA in Psychology from Colgate University and a Masters of Psychology in Education from Columbia Teacher’s College. Before staying home with her children, she worked as an elementary school teacher. For five years, she served on the Board of Directors of the Molly Ann Tango Memorial Foundation, a charity dedicated to enriching the lives of children with special needs. In partnership with her husband Dave, she aspires to parent by using daily life as an opportunity for therapeutic intervention, seizing on real experiences as opportunities to build skills and strategies for Michael in a joyful, loving home environment. On the tougher early days, she just tried to get everyone safely to bedtime and start fresh in the morning. *wink* 
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