The Hose
The backyard hose with adjustable nozzle may be the greatest toy ever invented. The fact that it isn’t really a toy only seems to add to its appeal. From his earliest days, Michael has been a true garden hose afficionado. He waters the plants, dry patches of grass, wets down the hot pool deck and creates rainbows by spraying the water up into the sunshine.
During a time in which everyone is trying to find their zen, Mikey suggests that you all head to the backyard and turn on the hose.
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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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