Monthly Archives: January 2009

Trauma Tuesdays

Posted on January 20, 2009 by Julia Roberts

Some time ago I heard about the book Trauma Through a Child’s Eyes so I ordered it, took it to the beach and expected it to be a hard read (emotionally) but was ready for some additional input on Gage’s … Continue reading →

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Spoken in The Mutant Family Household, Remembering

Posted on January 19, 2009 by Julia Roberts

Quinn: “You know that it’s Marthur Luther King’s Birthday, right?” Me: “I do, except you know it’s MarTIN Luther King, not Marthur and it’s Dr. before his name.” Quinn: “That’s what I said.” Me: “No, it’s not, but that’s okay.” … Continue reading →

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Friday Photo Fun

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Julia Roberts

This is an example of the ingenuity of  Gage! Who wanted to play his DS without the bother of sunshine in the car. Post Footer automatically generated by Add Post Footer Plugin for wordpress. Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post … Continue reading →

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Because We're Fun People

Posted on January 15, 2009 by Julia Roberts

Like I said, while I was out of town, Julian came up with a scheme to take down a wall I absolutely hated. Julian doing this is the equivalent to poor man’s contractor. We can’t afford to do the renovations … Continue reading →

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People who know more.

Posted on January 14, 2009 by Julia Roberts

I’m helping a family member navigate through the young adult world of state and federal services and I have to tell ya…it ain’t easy. But knowing people and especially knowing people who know people, make it a bit easier. It’s … Continue reading →

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Back to Reality

Posted on January 12, 2009 by Julia Roberts

Tomorrow it is back to work and to the reality of the  kids’ needs and the clients’ needs. The beach seems like so far away! How is it that only yesterday I returned home. The family had a fabulous week … Continue reading →

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Morning Work

Posted on January 9, 2009 by Julia Roberts

I must admit, there are worse ways to work. Post Footer automatically generated by Add Post Footer Plugin for wordpress. Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tweet about it Subscribe to … Continue reading →

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Ode to Julian

Posted on January 8, 2009 by Julia Roberts

I’m relaxing on a porch with sun beaming down on my face. Recharging my spirit will help me keep going to fight for needs known and those I don’t know exist yet. Letting me be by myself allows me to … Continue reading →

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Don't Hate Me

Posted on January 8, 2009 by Julia Roberts

Morning porch lounging, oysters and mangoritas – not at the same time. Life is still good at the beach. Post Footer automatically generated by Add Post Footer Plugin for wordpress. Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook share … Continue reading →

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Spoken in the Mutant Family Household, Back Home Without Me Edition

Posted on January 7, 2009 by Julia Roberts

Text, tonight on my phone: From Gage: “What is Indiana Jones’ favorite food?” “WHIP cream.” Post Footer automatically generated by Add Post Footer Plugin for wordpress. Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook share via Reddit Share with … Continue reading →

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