There's that thing with autism moms. It's a look in the eye. You just know each other.
Met Kim last night in person. They lived in Cleveland for a long time and they were in town, celebrating her husband's 50th birthday with friends.
They were kind enough to invite us to the party. Todd and I hired a sitter and it was heaven to get out. We ate, we drank, we engaged in adult conversation!
Today, we met at the park and had the opportunity to meet two of her adorable girls. Mia and Bella.
Riley pushed Bella gently on the swing. It was a big deal because Riley is usually terrified if she's anywhere in the vicinity of a moving swing.
Kim is as funny and
personable in real life as she is on her blog. Anyone who reads her knows she's a great writer, but not enough can be made about what a good mom she is. She's got three on the spectrum and they are affected much more severely than my Riley. Somehow she just does it, and she does an amazing job.
I'm in awe.
Oh...and look at her.
I'm not worthy.
: )
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And I feel like I have a new sister in Cleveland. Can you say, "CLICK?" Michelle and Todd (who I had to refrain from calling "Hot Toddie" when I met him) are as awesome as you'd think. We did have fun. And it was a treat to meet Riley and Seth. Riley is a doll and she was very kind to my girls. Seth is a cutie. Nice to play as grown ups last night, and as parents today. Thanks so much, Michelle. And, ah, you're no slouch yourself! A natural beauty! :)
You are TOTALLY worthy. (Law of Attraction, anyone?) It sounds like a ton of fun.
Look at you two hotties.
I've enjoyed your blog for awhile now Michelle. Welcome to Ohio - my home even though I don't live there anymore.
Great photo!
I agree with DM- beyond totally worthy!!!
And 2 very hot women........
I must say that I am in awe of BOTH of you. May I be half as good a mom as you two obviously are. I only have one child who is on the spectrum and I wish I could say that I am none the worse for wear...NOT! You and Kim look great.
You appear to be the same size, despite the dramatic differnce in shirt color
Love that you finally connected in person. Love that you and HT got out for an evening.
And at the risk of sounding redundant - you are more than worthy.
Love.
I've got chills, you are so darn worthy, accept that!
Like attracts like! Not enough can be made of that!
That's great!! Glad you guys got a chance to get together. And that you and HT had a chance to get out w/o the kids. Adult conversation. Yes. :)
It feels so good knowing that the two of you have finally met in person! That kind of thing just makes the universe happy.
You both are so worthy, you need a new word for worthy.
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