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Mindfulness by Emily Pinto Taylor

Posted on January 13, 2015 by all about autism

My niece, Emily Pinto Taylor, is as she describes herself: a full-time chocolate chip cookie baker and half-marathon runner and a 4th year medical student at Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine. She is a graduate of Collegiate Academy, … Continue reading →

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World Braille Day

Posted on January 8, 2015 by all about autism

Did you know that January 4th was World Braille Day? As I researched Braille Day, I learned some new, interesting facts. Braille is not actually a language, but a code used by blind people A blind Frenchman, Louis Braille, in … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on January 6, 2015 by all about autism

Last week, I decided to tackle the four boxes of paperwork that had been relegated to a corner of my office since my file cabinet fell apart. I, like many moms, saved Ryan’s papers, reports, classroom assignments, and report cards … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year!

Posted on January 1, 2015 by all about autism
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Achievements of 2014!

Posted on December 30, 2014 by all about autism

As we wind down December and head into the New Year, I can’t help but think of the many accomplishments we can celebrate for 2014. My first thoughts are of our children, adults and staff throughout the Erie, Pittsburgh, and … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas!

Posted on December 25, 2014 by all about autism
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Top Ten Research Stories of 2014

Posted on December 23, 2014 by all about autism

Recently, a favorite organization of mine, Autism Speaks, posted an article that reviewed 2014’s “Top Ten” stories in autism research. These stories are so encouraging that I think it is important to share with my community as well, and to … Continue reading →

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Celebrate the Christmas Season with Gratitude

Posted on December 18, 2014 by all about autism

Christmas. Each of us has memories of Christmas that we hold special. As a youngster, I recall going to the Barber family home every Christmas afternoon; relatives everywhere, aroma of scrumptious food coming from the kitchen, and the much-anticipated visit … Continue reading →

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“Let It Go” by Jeanne Downey

Posted on December 16, 2014 by all about autism

I asked Jeanne Downey, friend, colleague, parent, and ARC of PA President if she would be a guest blogger. I’ve known Jeanne since we were both young professionals beginning in our fields of human service. Since then, Mary and Ryan … Continue reading →

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In Memory of Sandy Hook Elementary

Posted on December 14, 2014 by all about autism

On Dec. 14, 2012, tragedy struck Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, CT. Two years later, my thoughts and prayers go out to all the families and friends that were affected by this horrible event. For all the “Little Angels” … Continue reading →

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