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Recent content by Allicat

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    My mother keeps comparing me to normies

    A thought and a suggestion. It may be she is trying to help (although we know it isn't really helpful). She may think pointing out to you what she considers "normal" will automatically make you more socially aware and act the way she thinks you are supposed to. Yeah, we know that doesn't work...
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    Looking for some advice re: homeschooling

    I'm a big fan of public schooling, having been working in one public school or another for over 25 years. I also think there is a lot to be said for homeschooling. IMHO, it very much depends on the child and the parents. My 12 year old is currently having a difficult time in school. He was...
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    6-lives Hangman

    Bingo! We have a winner *grin* And if you haven't seen it, I definitely recommend it if you're into fantasy/sci fi/silliness.
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    6-lives Hangman

    WRONG GUESS: R 80's MOVIE T _ _ E /_ A _ _ _ T S Shoot - read T for E. Been one of those days - sorry! Obviously I'll leave it :)
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    6-lives Hangman

    WRONG GUESS: R 80's MOVIE T _ _ _ /_ _ _ _ _ T S
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    Self Diagnosis; Why the Controversy?

    There is a similar topic elsewhere in the forum. Instead of rewriting what I wrote there, I'm cutting and pasting from my post, as well as from a message I sent someone else (these my words only!): "... the "self diagnosis" option on here is not a formal, medical diagnosis. Speaking for myself...
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    6-lives Hangman

    Oooh ok; gotcha.
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    6-lives Hangman

    Nope, no R
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    6-lives Hangman

    Sorry! It's just fresh on my mind because I was trying to find it online last week. Ok, keeping with the 80s movie theme (and another favorite of mine): _ _ _ _ /_ _ _ _ _ _ _
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    6-lives Hangman

    The Last Starfighter!
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    6-lives Hangman

    Erm...can we guess the answer even before we guess letters? I suspect this is one of my fav movies...
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    Social group for special needs, could I do better? Started by Aura Todd, Today, 11:29 AM

    I suspect, if you do a pro/con list, you'd be leaving. Reading your post lists more cons than pros: Cons: member of staff have run it into the ground it's just become, stale only a handful of people left now in Lifestyles members of staff are just not suited to deal with anyone with mental...
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    A question for parents with an autistic child/children, or people with severe autism.

    Oh my gosh; is that YOUR lil guy in the swing? He's adorable!
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    Long time listener, first time caller

    Hiya Avie. Your topic title made me grin :)
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    I could use some weighted blanket advice

    Out of curiousity, are you looking for a weighted blanket for sleeping while you are away? Or while driving? Cause if it's for the driving part, you might want to look into a weighted lap pad or vest. Less expensive than the blankets.
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