OK I had to post something because I have been so busy with running Self Direction and nothing big has happened, so I decided to do a random post.

OK, here we go.

I’m scared of…

Clowns. I’ve always been scared of clowns. Years ago, when I was growing up, clowns weren’t a part of Halloween.. It was just your traditional monsters like ghosts, ghouls, vampires, vampire bats, Frankenstein, mummies, pumpkins and jack-o’-lanterns. Now, clowns are a part of Halloween and they are harmful.

Occasionally, nighttime. My fear of nighttime comes and goes. It isn’t an ongoing fear, but it can scare me.

Deep water. I love swimming, but once my feet can’t reach the bottom, I start to panic.

June was a quiet month so I decided to post a poem about horses that was carefree and fun today.

A Good Horse Laugh by Marilyn Lott

A lot of people with Autism and other disorders have problems sleeping.  Surprisingly, disorders like Down’s Syndrome and ADHD can often be related to Sleep Apnea.   I was asked by a reader to share these resources with you about sleep.  I hope that you find these helpful.

Mattress and bedding accommodations for physical and mental disabilities

How autism impacts sleep timing and quality

Dealing with sleep disorders and Down syndrome

So I have officially begun Self Direction.  It’s great.  I have plenty of hours to have an aide.  We’re not limited to what we can do or where we can go.  Also, if a family member is assisting me other than my grandmother, they can get paid through family respite.  I am much happier than I was with regular community hab.

For example, I am going with one of my aides to check out if I can get swimming lessons at the YMCA.  I now have the freedom to go out for an evening or to a play.  I just am love with this service.  I will attach the website so that you can read about it: https://opwdd.ny.gov/selfdirection.

I am hoping to promote this to people that may need it.  Please extend this cordial invitation to the service to those in need.

Thank you