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Camp Loma Mar, Part 2
For a week Katie and I practiced showering and using a sleeping bag. We talked about camp. We practiced greeting strangers. We labeled and packed clothes. We assembled the required gear. I read her social stories. The night before camp, … Continue reading
Camp Loma Mar, Part 1
Last week my daughter Katie went to outdoor education camp with her 5th grade classmates. Such a simple statement. But for a child with autism, nothing is ever as simple as it seems, and Camp Loma Mar was no exception. … Continue reading
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Tagged Acceptance, Anxiety, Autism, Behavioral Issues, Camp, Camp Loma Mar, Expectations, Fear, Letting Go, Milestones, Outdoor Education, Redwood Glen, Sensory Integration, Social skills, Speech Delay, Unplanned Life
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