Posted on July 29th, 2011 by sensorystorecanada
Last summer I decided to purchase an ice cream maker to see what yummy flavours we could come up with at home. I finally felt compelled to haul it out of the back of my cupboard this week as the temperatures outside hit a blazing 21 degrees. Hey, that feels pretty warm after days of [...]
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Posted on July 28th, 2011 by lorib
Today we welcome a very special woman who empowers the parents of special needs children around the world. Marianne Russo, hailing from New York, is the President and Host of The Coffee Klatch where she interviews world renowned experts and internationally renowned children’s foundations. The Coffee Klatch is a wealth of knowledge and support for [...]
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Posted on July 26th, 2011 by sensorystorecanada
As I hurriedly prepare for a trip to the East Coast with my husband and NO KIDS this week I am reminded of how important it is to take time out to relax, just be yourself and leave your worries behind for a brief period of time. I was lucky to learn very early on in [...]
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Posted on July 22nd, 2011 by sensorystorecanada
I just love coming up with creative new salads in the summer using whatever I happen to have in the fridge or in the cupboards. These next two recipes are what I came up with this week! They’re both yummy but I have to say the Curried Chick Pea salad is my fave. But the [...]
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Posted on July 21st, 2011 by sensorystorecanada
Introduction to the Gluten Free & Casein Free for Kids with Autism and Related Disorders Learn what this special diet is all about, who it’s for, what parents are saying about it, what science is saying about it, practical tips on getting started and more. And it’s totally free! TweetFacebookLinkedInTumblrStumbleDiggDelicious
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Posted on July 18th, 2011 by lorib
If you’re the parent of a child with autism, or any special need for that matter, you’re most likely following the case of Derek Hoare and his daughter Ayn in British Columbia. This is a story that hits home for a lot of parents of children with autism and strikes fear in their hearts that [...]
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Posted on July 12th, 2011 by lorib
Today we welcome Bob Taylor from Colton, California. Bob runs a charitable organization called Dog Wish that trains service dogs for people with disabilities in the U.S., Canada and the UK. Over the last several years Bob has trained over 150 dogs and has been honoured for his work by several organizations including the Red [...]
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Posted on July 8th, 2011 by sensorystorecanada
I often post recipes that are kid-friendly and that’s not to say this one won’t be enjoyed by some kids. But it’s definitely one that my husband and I enjoy on a regular basis, especially on a Friday evening when it’s accompanied by a glass of wine or a margarita! It’s quick and easy to [...]
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Posted on July 8th, 2011 by lorib
I often post recipes that are kid-friendly and that’s not to say this one won’t be enjoyed by some kids. But it’s definitely one that my husband and I enjoy on a regular basis, especially on a Friday evening when it’s accompanied by a glass of wine or a margarita! It’s quick and easy to [...]
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Posted on July 6th, 2011 by sensorystorecanada
Welcome Wednesday is a new feature I’ll be bringing to you weekly. Every Wednesday you can read posts from guest bloggers or interviews with parents or professionals working in the field of autism and special needs. This week, while I am in the process of lining up some great guests for you, I thought I’d [...]
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