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asd, Aspergers, autism, autism acceptance, autism awareness, bullying, caretaking, careworker, motherhood, parenting, special needs, special needs parenting

I see ‘wit my hands!

May 12, 2019 — 0 Comments

asd, Aspergers, autism, autism acceptance, autism awareness, caretaking, careworker, motherhood, parenting, special needs, special needs parenting

Pursue, defend, retreat

April 29, 2019 — 0 Comments

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New post, see bio or www.kelsokids.org: "I see 'wit my hands". . We've all heard the expression, “Look with your eyes and not your hands.” Idioms, expressions, euphemisms. They're a reminder of how confusing the world can be for those that are neurodivergent. . Here’s to all of the caretakers, careworkers, parents, neighbors, friends and family of our little emotional pressure pots. May the weather be fair today for you on Mother’s Day and if not that it changes quickly. All of you who care for others, young and old, thank you. . . . #happymothersday #autism #kelsokids #aumazing #adhd #thankyoucareworkers #asd #kelsokidspooflingerpaparazzi

New post: Pursue, defend, retreat (see bio or www.kelsokids.org). A whole weekend away by myself! Once a year I try to get away and have a chance for a warm meal, undisturbed sleep, and to be able to read a book without slapped out of my hands. Here's to all the careworkers of those we love, young and old, you deserve a break. We all do. Thank you to A Mother's Rest for organizing the retreat and helping families like ours. ❤

How do you annoy your sister? Step 1, come home from school. Step 2, insist on watching the world's most annoying show. Step 3, pass out face first like a corpse on top of the remote five minutes into the show. #letsnotgetafterit #siblings #justifiableretaliation #siblinglove #neurorainbow #mylovelyweirdos #kelsokids #kelsokidspooflingerpaparazzi

Our dining room has been commandeered by our daughter and cat. . What to do when you're little brother drives you crazy and your parents won't give you your own room? You request a tent for your birthday and trick them into giving you your own portable bedroom. Then inform them you won't budge. Glad we could come to an arrangement... . . . #littlebrotherprotest #siblings #autism #asd #aspergers #kelsokids #neurodivergent #kelsokidspooflingerpaparazzi

(Artwork by Leonora) Today is Autism Awareness day and month. For us, it's every day. . I sometimes get angry, resentful, frustrated at feeling as if I have to inform others and answer endless questions about a physiological condition, that is still being studied and not fully understood, that my family members happen to have. Yet I remind myself that acceptance doesn't come without first having that awareness. That insensitive, yet mostly well intentioned, questions of the uninformed serve as an opportunity. . Autism is not a disease. Autism doesn't necessarily equal genius. Autism isn't only in boys. Autism doesn't exist solely in childhood. Autism impacts the entire physiology of a person not just their mind. Autism sometimes affects language and communication skills but not their hearing. . Yes, I love my children. No, I don't wish I wouldn't have had them. Yes, it can be difficult to navigate the world with them. . Yes, those are all responses to questions I've been asked by complete strangers, neighbors, and readers. . My children can hear the taunts. They notice the stares. They agonize over wanting to be accepted. They have feelings just like anyone else. . Here's hoping we reach a status of acceptance and an awareness month is simply a reminder and not a wake up call. Not for just my kids but for the sake of all of our kids. . #autismacceptance #asd #autismawareness #autism #autismawareness2019💙 #autismawarenessmonth #autismawarenessmonth2019 #kelsokids #acceptance #autismawarenessmonthisapril #autismawarenessday #kelsokidspooflingerpaparazzi #specialneedsparenting

She's officially 8, folks! New post, long overdue, see bio or kelsokids.org: "Tell me a story." . This week was full of surprises including her requests. Lots of one-on-one time, quiet outings, and no party. . It's hard to let go of assumptions that you don't know that you're holding onto until it confronts you. One of the many reasons I feel lucky to be in her life. . . . #thebig8 #rainbowbaby #neurorainbow #birthdays #autismforthewin #asd #neurodiverse #asdfamily #autism #neurodiversity #kelsokids #aspergers #kelsokidspooflingerpaparazzi

If your kid is on the spectrum, you know how difficult friendships can be for them. This site is dedicated to helping our kids find kids to be friends with in their area. It's a brand new, national website, friend finder. Give it a try for free and let me know what you think. www.friendometry.com, code "admin"

To all the brave and bold women who have paved a path for us, thank you. For all of us that continue to try to be a part of continuing that, I see you. Whether it's by protesting in a march or refusing to relent in your choices. Keep resisting. . . . #equality #humanrights #lovetrumpshate #kelsokids #kelsokidspooflingerpaparazzi

Big sis for the win! . I discovered this cuteness in the bathroom last night after many complaints and protests over us brushing his teeth. How did we not think to ask HER for help?! . Note the hand on the hip stance and sense of pride. Any mishap in the process was an opportunity for him to make her laugh (yes, it went up his nose) so he was equally delighted. . These two constantly bicker yet love each other so fiercely. . . . #siblings #autismforthewin #autism #mylovelyweirdos #adhd #adhdfueled #asd #neurodiverse #kelsokids #kelsokidspooflingerpaparazzi

❤Happy V day everyone❤ May your day be full of love, your pants dry, and not the other way around. . Hand made cards from Leonora. Including one for herself, I love it! 🤣 . . . #lovetrumpshate #loveandcandy #kelsokids #kelsokidspooflingerpaparazzi

Sledding in the Snowpocalypse! Oh Portland, you silly worry wart of a city, I love you. (Side note, I love that my kids take turns pushing each other on the sled then chase after it down the hill. For once I could stand still at the park.) . . . #snowpocalypse #portlandsnow #portlandsnowpocalypse #pdxproud #keepinitweird #snow #sledding #autismforthewin #mylovelyweirdos #kelsokids #kelsokidspooflingerpaparazzi

Happy birthday to one of my favorite weirdos. Owen has reached the big 5. (See bio or website, www.kelsokids.org, new post: Bye-bye fishies. Hello Five!) . "What do you want for your birthday breakfast, Owen?" "Bob's,...uh, sausage...and uh, CUDDLES! Sis-sis, flashlight loves on my head?" . TV isn't bad as long as they're reading the captions, right? . Our sweet, passionate, hilarious, boundless boy is another year older. We're so very proud of you, Owen. . . . #birthdayboy #thebigfive #mylovelyweirdos #owentheincredible #babyjackjackindisguise #autismforthewin #kelsokids #kelsokidspooflingerpaparazzi

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