I had such a great time meeting and talking with the hosts and staff at the Morning Blend. Huge thanks to the amazing publisher, Tara Richter for everything she has done to help me share my message of hope to others. Morning Blend Ruthfulness clip
Scholarships for School
When deciding on a school for a typical child parents have a multitude of options. Many parents use public schools but also use magnet and charter programs with in the public system. Still traditional parents use private schools and home school options. When trying to make decisions for my special needs child regarding school and … Continue reading Scholarships for School
Autism and the Tooth Fairy
I think he could care less.... the tooth fairy and autism; does my child really get it? After a long dental surgery to remove five teeth and do other repair work to my 8 year olds teeth, I thought he was finally ready for the tooth fiary. Well, it seems like it is not important … Continue reading Autism and the Tooth Fairy
Going to Gardiner
I just found out that we are eligibile for the Gardiner Scholarship. This is something I have thought about but never been in the right place educationally to apply and follow through with changing from the McKay to the Gardiner. My primary reason for switching is money. Unfortunely for many people with children with special … Continue reading Going to Gardiner
I took the playground back!
Last week I had it out at the playground; I had enough and I don't care if I came across like a Karen! I took the playground back! The neighborhood playground was locked for over two months from Covid-19. When it opened back up my kids were so excited. We went a few times when … Continue reading I took the playground back!
We are going back to school
Hi, from Florida!Florida has been in the news a lot lately regarding the political decision to force schools to open up brick and mortar. Let's be clear; this is public schools and I'm a public school teacher that will be sending my children to school this August. I will be sending my children to school because … Continue reading We are going back to school
Happy Birthday!
to me! I had a birthday Sunday and I'd love for you to share and follow my blog, social media pages and book as a gift for me! website: ruthfulness.com Facebook page: facebook.com/ruthfulness Instagram account: ruthfulnessblog Twitter: ruthfulnessblog Book on Amazon I am also a contributing writing onThe Real Deal of Parenting; so check out … Continue reading Happy Birthday!
a mother’s self image
This is me! I'm struggling with how I feel compared to how I look in the mirror and more how I look in a photography. I feel beautiful. When I look in the mirror I think who is that? I avoid taking all selfies and try not to take many photos of myself with my … Continue reading a mother’s self image
Check out this reading program
It's better than ABC Mouse. Yup. That's right. It is better than ABC Mouse. This online program has helped my son with autism get basic reading skills he lacks due to his Developmental disabilities. He didn't speak until six and he didn't start to try to write independently until eight. So, in all his education … Continue reading Check out this reading program
When you give in or fall off your child’s special diet
I gave in or fell off the special diet....not for myself(this time) but for my son. There is no good excuse. I just let it happen. In fact, I bought the box (well, 2 boxes now!) of cereal. Ask the mom of this child, a year ago or longer if she would have allowed this … Continue reading When you give in or fall off your child’s special diet
Need money for services or products…the new Gardiner Scholarship
Gardiner Scholarship offers $10,000 for special needs children education. Even if you homeschool! Find out more, how to apply and what you need to know.
Need Money for School…Mckay Scholarship
Does your child have an IEP or 504 in the state of Florida? Florida was the first state to implement a scholarship like McKay. McKay allows for parents of special needs children to use funds allocated to the public school for private school tuition. (you can use McKay to transfer to another public school as … Continue reading Need Money for School…Mckay Scholarship