Best Case

Posted on October 28, 2018October 28, 2018 by Laurel Archer

We went on a holiday last week. This one week, away from our children, has become a welcome rhythm for the last 10 or so years.  Nothing has ever happened while we’ve been gone and I’m gl... Read More

Letting go

Posted on April 10, 2018 by Laurel Archer

A couple of weeks ago I came upon my son out with his support worker in community.  I heard his name spoken by someone and I lifted my head to see him happy, responding to being recognized and welcom... Read More

Cheerful Chaos II

Posted on November 4, 2017 by Laurel Archer

I’m a mom who raised two non-verbal kids with autism.  The skill set I learned through the kid years was shaped in a particular way: practiced to observe, gather subtle clues, make logical and ... Read More