Recent Content by elise1

I wish for a cure for my dear son with autism.

Hey beandip, thank you for the great advice. You mentioned a few things I had not thought of. I love your kitty "crew". I'm more than a little jealous!

I have a 1 year old male cat that use to overeat. To control his weight, I give him a limited amount of wet food twice a day, (he is now a healthy 12 pounds). I am fostering kittens and want to adopt a 10 week old female. Currently, the kittens are kept in a separate bedroom. They eat wet...

My family doctor ordered an MRI, it was normal. Medication has been helpful to me. There are several different ones to try. I also have never been able to find a trigger. Some women do get migraines associated with their period. I read the best news yesterday...

Cat Mommy, Since you asked us how to decide, I would say that you should wait awhile. You will know when the time is right in your heart and it won't matter what anyone else says. The best advice I ever received was to trust my own instincts. You already know what is right for you. Trust...

No, I absolutely want a kitten. I do love the wild kitten stage, and wouldn't miss it for the world. I see my original post was poorly worded. I want to choose a kitten that will turn into an affectionate cat. I have had cats my whole life (I'm close to 50 now). The most loving cat I have...

How can you improve your chances of adopting a kitten with a calm, loving disposition? I have gotten kittens from animal control, a humane society and breeders. I've loved every cat I ever had, but some had more to give to me than others. Elise

I remember a discussion about the limited view seating on a wicked forum. Some people didn't think it was too bad. Maybe you should post your question here, http://www.witchesofoz.com/forums/viewforum.php?f=3 Yes Dawn, we do think alike. Elise

I have seen Wicked twice at the Ford Theater and have tickets to see it two more times this fall. Here is a seating chart of the theater, http://www.broadwayinchicago.com/sea...arts_ford.php# In September, I will be in the Orchestra, row K, (front and center). I don't know how much they...

Here is an online screening assessment for AS, (AS is one of the 5 types of Pervasive Development Disorder, PDD). http://www.childbrain.com/pddq6.shtml Adults may want to take the AQ test. It measures autistic traits in adults. http://www.wired.com/wired/archive/9.12/aqtest.html Results of...

It's the first one on Google's list when you enter "A soft place to land", (no quotes). That may not be the right support forum for you, but there are others on the web for parents of AS kids. Elise

Mr. Clean Magic Eraser pads gets everything off my white counter tops. They are the best thing since sliced bread! Elise

ButterflyDream, I completely understand how trying and challenging it can be to raise a child with AS. Your post reminds me of where I use to be when my 13 year old AS son was much younger. There were days that I was brought to my knees and counted the minutes until my DH would come home and...

My 13 year old son was dx'ed with Asperger's Syndrome 7 years ago. There have been many, many challenges, but he is doing better now that he attends a private therapeutic day school for kids on the autism spectrum. School runs year round, which is a big help during the long summer months...

I have been a foster home for momma cats and their babies for the past year. After having 11 wonderful kitties in my home, I received a very aggressive cat. She scratched and bit repeatedly despite trying all the usual methods for handling aggression. Frankly, I became terrified of her and...