The trials, tribulations, success and happiness of a family who happen to be raising a child with a diagnosis of autism.


The Blog Portion of this site has moved to Live Journal so that I can actively blog and update frequently.  All of the information and previous blogs on this site will remain (Jun 2006-Apr 2008).  Come visit the Autism Blog on Live Journal and keep up to date with news and photos.


Click here to visit: The Autism Blog


The 411

In June 2006, I decided to leave my job as Director of Product Development for a medical device company.  After five years of splitting myself in two I decided to be a stay at home mom.  I have two children 5 & 7, the older of whom was diagnosed with autism at age 2 1/2. 

What you’ll find here:

Exploration of the choice of career and family

Raising children in the Silicon Valley (Bay Area)

Raising a child with Autism

Discussion of experiences, therapy, IEPs, California living and critical thinking.