"Autism & Self Hand Biting Video" :S.M.A.A.R.T.Mom's (Oct) Online Mommy Time-Out: "The Tucker Cow Count Down?"

"The Tucker Cow Count Down"
 Uh, What is that? I would imagine is what all of you are saying and if any of you watched my September Video last month "in its entirety" then you have probably been asking that question for a bit now. So here it is.... finally a video explaining this strange method I've created to help alter my teenaged son's self hand-biting behavior. It is a work still in process, however, like all of my behavior altering ideas, they do achieve success, so I'm optimistic that this will be no different. Also ,Keep in mind that I am extremely consistant with my ideas. I don't claim this will work on others like my son with autism. Every child, teen, and adult do differ on the autism spectrum. I do encourage my S.M.A.A.R.T.Moms to at least try my ideas just in case they are helpfull and can make your every day life with Autism a little less stressful for you and your loved one with autism. So in the mean time please let me know if this or any of my other ideas have helped you and yours OR if you might have an idea of your own that you found helpful and which led to a behavior success. Until Next Time........Big Hugs to all of my S.M.A.A.R.T.Moms! Take Care & Have A Very Happy Halloween!

S.M.A.A.R.T.Mom Angela

(Click On Pirate Dustin to Watch October's Online Video)

                                                           

"Barney Show and An Autism Mini- Moment Video" :S.M.A.A.R.T.Mom and her Autistic Teenaged Son watch The Barney Show. Still a Favorite!

I took Dustin to Universal Studios using our annual pass. What a great time we had. After riding all of those insane roller coasters , which he never used to even go near... We went to watch the Barney show as usual and unlike the past 10 years or so, Dustin still poses or tries to pose under Barney's chin. This year was a bit difficult....he has really done some growing I guess (LOL) Too cute though he tried. I also  have this  wonderful video of Dustin and his Best Friend Bugs Bunny watch Barney & Friends sing the "I Love You" song. Yes , Dustin is still crazy about Barney ;) My oldest son is now 24yrs old, my daughter is 20 yrs old, and now that Dustin is 16yrs old I was really  hoping the Barney phase faded out.........Nope, guess not. I guess it really rings true when they say " The things we do for our children". I must admit though, watching him this year did bring tears to my eyes. To this day he still seems so innocent even  compared to how he was 15 years ago.
Until Next Time, Take Care & BIG HUGS from S.M.A.A.R.T.Mom

(Click On the Photo of Dustin & Barney to Watch the video)

                                                                

"Don't Stress The Dentist Videos " : S.M.A.A.R.T.Mom's (SEPT.) Online Mommy Time-Out Video

Hello to all of my friends. This month I wanted to take you to a place none of us really like to go to. So........
             this month S.M.A.A.R.T.Mom shares with you how taking her teenage son (autistic) to the dentist is like. Please be sure to watch both videos so to understand specific things. PART 1 of 2 is an Introduction to what the second video will be about. A must see second video in addition will actually bring you right into the dentist chair with her son. Yep you just read that correctly ;) S.M.A.A.R.T.Mom hopes it will encourage and maybe inspire other S.M.A.A.R.T.Moms like herself. If there is anyone that would like to know more about the toothbrush S.M.A.A.R.T.Mom uses for her son, I've posted pictures of what they look like and a link you can go to if you want to order one. Otherwise, most health food stores do carry these type of toothbrushes. You can't miss a tooth with these toothbrushes Moms!

Remember, Don't Stress the Dentist. See you in PART 2 of 2 ;)

Below I've added TWO  Buttons. Just Click On each one to watch , well, lets just say not your typical trip to the dentist. I hope these videos help you in some way. Nevertheless, I personally know how difficult getting through EVERY day with a special person with autism is like. AND and I know how heart felt mothers like us are, never mind sometimes/most of the time feeling like no one understands. If you are feeling this way please know this one thing if you have one of those bad days........I'M Here ;) BIG HUGS from ME to you S.M.A.A.R.T.Moms! Take Care.

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                                                          Click On the Tooth Below

                                           ("Dont Stress The Dentist" PART 1 of 2)

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                    ("Don't Stress The Dentist" PART 2 of 2)            

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     Where to get one online:
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_sacat=0&_nkw=radius+toothbrush&rt=nc&LH_FS=1

  
  7yr-Adult Lefty       Kids (6yr-younger) Righty        7yr- Adult  Righty
  

                              

"Autism & Billiards Pictures? Why Not ?" :S.M.A.A.R.T.Mom shares Dustin's FIRST Time playing on their Pool Table

What a Wonderful day at our farm until we lost internet access on Dustin's computer because of a storm that came through. So in need of a back up plan I began looking for games/ crafts to play with Dustin. The computer is EVERYTHING don't you know? Well, we had recently bought a pool table to amuse us in our spare time,but not once thought our Dustin would play . My husband of course showed Dustin how to play, the idea of it anyway. I was amazed how much Dustin was interested in what his dad was trying to teach  him. We let Dustin set things up by himself shortly after.....I guess he found "Dustin's Pool Game" more intriguing ;) It didn't matter though, it was so very enlightning to watch our autistic son play a game of billards. I know it sounds absurd, but this isn't something we ever thought he would even go near, never mind enjoy playing. Just another example of how WE as the parents of children/teens/adults should NEVER under estimate what they are able to accomplish.

I've posted some pictures of  Dustin being taught how to play billards by his Dad. If you would like to see the video of our Dustin in action just click on the interactive picture below ;)

Until Next Time......Take Care! S.M.A.A.R.T.Mom 

                                     (Click On Dustin Playing to Watch the VIDEO)
                                                                                     

"Autism @ Universal Studios Pictures" :S.M.A.A.R.T.Mom takes her Son Dustin to Universal Studios for his "16th" Birthday!

Hello to My Family, Friends, and of Course My S.M.A.A.R.T.Moms!
(August 12, 2012. Universal Studios & Islands Of Adventure)

              What an Awesome time we had at Universal Studios! I couldn't have thought of a better place to spend Dustin's WOW! "16th" Birthday, still can't believe that, sorry :) We had a wonderful friends Shalley and her son Zac join us; sorry more of you couldn't . There is still time to get that annual pass special. The deadline is Aug. 31. We paid our $165. plus tax each and in return we get to go to Universal unlimited (excluding block-out date/ no big deal) until our expiration date of not August 2013, but November 2013! But then again Dustin & I love the theme parks, espec. Universal & Islands of Adventure. The only downfall we encountered was apparently that NEW Dispicable Me Ride, well it seems that it has taken place of our Beloved "NICHELODEON Studios/ Jimmy Neutron Ride" This was unfortunately the main thing Dustin wanted to see. However, I just kept him distracted with all of the other rides which wasn't very difficult :) He still had The Hulk Ride (OMG!) That was quite the ride!  He did very well until about 3:30pm when he started getting anxious saying "Thunderstorms, Time to go home". Which from past mentionings like this from Dustin before, well lets just say he's usually "right on",but the storms don't hit us usually for about 45mins to 1 hr after he says something. So we did our last ride and headed back home.By the time we got home (LOL) it started to rain. Thanks for the heads up Boo Bear :) I wasn't able to get any video this time but I do have some nice pictures to share. Hope you all enjoy them!
 Until next time. Take Care! Angela (a.k.a.) S.M.A.A.R.T.Mom

                                                         

"It's his "16th" Birthday Party!" Video :S.M.A.A.R.T.Mom Invites You to Her Son's Sweet & Adorable "16th" Birthday Party! Welcome ;)

Today is August 1st. Dustin's "16th" Birthday! WOW!! You never know what to expect with Dustin (autistic) while filming. Let me just ask you this question. "Have you ever wondered what to expect of someone who has never chewed bubble gum before?" Hint, Hint. You're going to love this video ! Never mind the reaction of Dustin as he opens his presents. Priceless;) Hope you enjoyed coming to Dustin's "16th" Birhtday Party. Thanks for joining us.

                                                  
                                                    (Click Picture Above)