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Homeschooling is tough, but progress feels like solving world peace! From top resources to sanity-saving tools, we share laughs, wins, and tips—including creating inclusive programs.

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Lifestyle

Autism, self-care, and well-earned treats—budgeting, beauty, meltdowns, and moments of calm, because caring for others matters, but so does spoiling yourself.

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Travel

Traveling can be an adventure or a survival challenge—we’ve got the tips, kid-friendly spots, and pitstops to make the journey worth it!

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Wellness

An open-hearted space for raw moments, relationship struggles, and life’s challenges—because there’s no manual, just understanding and kindness.

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The Toy Was Small, But the Lesson Was Big

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DEI: What It Is, Why It Matters, and What Happens If We Lose It

DEI A look at Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, with a focus on how it impacts under-resourced communities. Before I begin, I want to...

"Because I Said So!" — An Ode to Old School Parenting and Why I’m Evolving

From "Because I Said So" to “What do you think?”—let’s evolve parenting to build respect, curiosity, and growth with a little humor.

Homeschooling

The Toy Was Small, But the Lesson Was Big

She’s scrubbing baseboards, teaching physics, and raising future leaders—all while dodging toys and nonsense.

Lifestyle

Daily Routine: Trying to Fit It All In

Lesson plans? More like rough sketches. Every day’s a new adventure in teaching, surviving, and snack distribution.

Homeschooling

Reprogramming the Robot Generation (Hopefully)

Quiet time isn’t just silence—it’s where real self-reflection happens. No tech, real talk, and a little dramatic flair for impact.

Lifestyle

Puberty or Just a Growth Spurt? The Questions I Wish I Had Asked

I wish I had known what to ask about precocious puberty. Two doctors, two approaches—one treated a checklist, the other treated my child.

Child Development

Homeschooling Chronicles: Tips For Sleep Deprived Days

Running on fumes while homeschooling? Some days, I switch to 'flex mode'—less stress, more review, and a secret weapon: the tablet!

Homeschooling

Checklists: The Underrated Superpower That Keeps Me Sane (and Reminds My Family I’m the Real MVP)

Feeling overwhelmed? A simple checklist might be the secret weapon you’ve been missing. From accountability to self-worth.

Lifestyle

Food Sensitivities: The Severity of the Situation

Artsy’s outbursts were intense and unpredictable, often mistaken for tantrums. But the real issue? Food sensitivities. Clues like chronic co

Child Development

Words Look Funny... Literally: Navigating Visual Therapy, Tilted Heads, and Autism’s Unexpected Twists

Jackie was different from the start—avoiding touch, lining up toys, yet reading by two. As she grew, hidden challenges emerged. Blurry text

Child Development

Meet the voice behind the chaos...

Hi I am Jauné, I am a retired engineer turned homeschooling mom navigating the wild world of autism, inclusion, and everything in between. With a mix of humor, honesty, and hard-earned wisdom, I share the triumphs, the struggles, and the “what on earth just happened?” moments of parenting, learning, and advocating. Stick around for laughs, real talk, and maybe a few life-changing hacks along the way!

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INTERSTING POSTS

"Because I Said So!" — An Ode to Old School Parenting and Why I’m Evolving

The Toy Was Small, But the Lesson Was Big

Daily Routine: Trying to Fit It All In

Puberty or Just a Growth Spurt? The Questions I Wish I Had Asked

DEI: What It Is, Why It Matters, and What Happens If We Lose It

DEI A look at Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, with a focus on how it impacts under-resourced communities. Before I begin, I want to...

"Because I Said So!" — An Ode to Old School Parenting and Why I’m Evolving

From "Because I Said So" to “What do you think?”—let’s evolve parenting to build respect, curiosity, and growth with a little humor.

Homeschooling

The Toy Was Small, But the Lesson Was Big

She’s scrubbing baseboards, teaching physics, and raising future leaders—all while dodging toys and nonsense.

Lifestyle

Daily Routine: Trying to Fit It All In

Lesson plans? More like rough sketches. Every day’s a new adventure in teaching, surviving, and snack distribution.

Homeschooling

Reprogramming the Robot Generation (Hopefully)

Quiet time isn’t just silence—it’s where real self-reflection happens. No tech, real talk, and a little dramatic flair for impact.

Lifestyle

Puberty or Just a Growth Spurt? The Questions I Wish I Had Asked

I wish I had known what to ask about precocious puberty. Two doctors, two approaches—one treated a checklist, the other treated my child.

Child Development

HI! I'm Jauné

I am the voice behind the chaos! I am a retired engineer turned homeschooling mom navigating the wild world of neurodivergence, inclusion, and everything in between.