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Angelman Syndrome the facts about my kiddo

Angelman Syndrome is described as a rare nervous system disorder usually misdiagnosed as either Cerebral Palsy or Autism. My son Cedric falls into the category of misdiagnosed Cerebral Palsy, most likely because thankfully he had no seizures. There are several types of Angelman Syndrome all require a degree in genetics to understand! I will do my best to explain my son's type. He is known as Deletion negative, methylation positive. What is chromosome 15? Humans normally have 46 chromo… Continue

Added by Samantha on November 29, 2008 at 8:28am — 4 Comments

Poetic Release

There are times when words are caught in our bodies, stagnant and causing ill effects on our manner and mien. There are times when those words then flow and become wonderful healing opportunities for ourselves. It is my hope that this bit of poetry is helpful to others as well. Enjoy... A blessing was born upon a day Near perfection in every way Gathered in my arms you sleep Ever full my heart, sadly it will weep Lurking deep within your form Mis… Continue

Added by Samantha on November 5, 2008 at 10:00am — No Comments

Musical Me

I am having so much fun adding songs to my playlist. This got me thinking how amazing music is, how it can get us in our "groove" or take us to a memory be it happy or sad. Back in the day I was the hip hop/popular music gal. Not that I don't still enjoy popular music but thanks to my hubby he has expanded my music choices. He is your good 'ole rock n roll and metal guy. I now have a great love for ACDC, BOC and yes hip hop gal even likes Metallica and Ozzy! For me I have two music genre's tied… Continue

Added by Samantha on November 3, 2008 at 6:10am — No Comments

Re-purposing Cherished Childhood Treasures and Saving $$$

So today as I was going through all the stuff I have saved from my kiddo in school I flashed on some neat ways to keep some and turn them into real treasures. I thought I would share with ya'll! My son does so much fingerpainting that I am overwhelmed with papers, all of them special in one way or another some already framed on our walls. But for the ones left to gather I thought: Turn them into Christmas ornaments, so I am cutting them out into shapes, stars etc. I will put the date on the bac… Continue

Added by Samantha on October 21, 2008 at 2:00pm — No Comments