Cherie ~ Aidan's Mom - ProfilesArchive

About Me

I'm a 29 year old mom of one very special little 3 1/2 year old boy, named Aidan. He is on the Autism Spectrum and was given his official diagnosis April, 10, 2006 (Ironically during Autism Awareness Month). I am here and hope to chat with a few friends I have lost touch with or anyone wishing to have supports in the Autism world.Recently I've noticed people deleting their Autism contacts. For whatever reason. I rarely delete any of my Autism contacts. Our lives get busy and sometimes we can't always be there for each other, but we still hold on because we know the supports are always there. I hope everyone remembers how essential supports are needed as life becomes so chaotic and confusing dealing with Autism. Please remain patient with those who can't always leave a message or comment, because you just never know what new twist Autism has thrown their way.This site is a combination of information all pertaining to autism. Every person on this page is a parent, close relative or educator of a child with a autism. A few are actual auties. Please feel free to add anyone. We are all here for the same reason. Support!

My Interests

I like a lot of things, but for now my interests are with Autism research. Away from the life... (which I never have time for but still enjoy)Autism, Autism Awareness, Music, Movies, Friends, Family, Swimming, Hiking, Camping, Photography, Animals, Euchre, Geneaology, Computers, Slow Pitch Baseball, Reality Shows, A&E, Garage Sales, Unique Shops, Scrapbooking, Reading, Museums, Art, Pottery, and Researching

I'd like to meet:

Interested in speaking with and having a network of other parents (friends, relatives etc) with chidren on the Autism Spectrum... ..

Music:

I like just about everything... but seems to favour chick music by Artists like: Sara Evans, Jann Arden, Natalie Merchant, Chantel Kreviazuk, Jewel, Lisa Loeb, Norah Jones, Natalie Grant and the Dixie Chicks.

Movies:

I like just about everything... but prefer something that will make me laugh...lol

Television:

I love reality shows: Survivor, Amazing Race, Big Brother and virtually everything on A&E. I enjoy comedies and several other programs... depends on my mood.

Books:

Any educational material relating to Autism.REMEMBER: April is Autism Awareness month (International)and October is Autism Awareness month for the Autism Society of Canada!

Heroes:

My heroes are all of the parents and children before me who have struggled and fought for what they deserve so much when on the Autism Spectrum.

My Blog

In memory of Kedan & Jaden... Please let the candles burn bright...

Both of these beautfiul precious angels lives were both lost due to drowning. Kedans passing has gripped the autism community and pulled us altogether. The fear of knowing how easily this could ahve b...
Posted by Cherie ~ Aidan's Mom on Sat, 09 Jun 2007 08:39:00 PST

For any parent of a child with a disability...

I am...... I am the little engine that did. When on my journey in life, my tracks led me to a mountain - a diagnosis of ( Autism ) - I looked at it with defeat - thinking there was no way ...
Posted by Cherie ~ Aidan's Mom on Sun, 27 May 2007 04:52:00 PST

How do you discipline your autistic child... All suggestions / advice needed and wanted!

I got an email today from a fellow Autie mom, and I have to admit, i have felt this way many times to... but never thought about doing it as a blog... so here is here message. "...I always know that&n...
Posted by Cherie ~ Aidan's Mom on Thu, 19 Apr 2007 04:13:00 PST

The Vaccine Debate... Can you see it from my end???

Every once in a while, the vaccine debate comes up. With each new log of information or tv program... the causes are thrown around and the vaccine debate seems to be one that is a even a huge con...
Posted by Cherie ~ Aidan's Mom on Fri, 06 Apr 2007 05:44:00 PST

What do you think causes Autism???

I was asked this very important question and I think there are a variety of answers. I think that autism can be hereditary. I know that envionmental damage and the over use of antibiotics and therimos...
Posted by Cherie ~ Aidan's Mom on Thu, 22 Mar 2007 07:26:00 PST

My "About Aidan" Booklet { Please adapt it to use for your own child }

I have heard from a few people how a booklet about Aidan would be a great thing to hand out when he is at nursery school or introduced to someone new. I saw a few styles, but as usual I decided to bra...
Posted by Cherie ~ Aidan's Mom on Sat, 10 Feb 2007 09:44:00 PST

I was once you!!! I stole this from Kim yoink lol Great read for Autie Parents...

I WAS LIKE YOU.......ONCEif you see meat the supermarket,and my child is screaming, rolling on the floorwith anger seeping from his pores.please don't blame me, I was like you once,If you are in a res...
Posted by Cherie ~ Aidan's Mom on Sun, 04 Feb 2007 12:58:00 PST