Twitter Feed Updated... Finally

Sorry about my recent twitter activity. I had noticed that the feed had stopped. No tweets from my blog in three months. WOW! Talk about being behind. I made my way over to TwitterFeed to get everything updated. I was changing internet companies, and did not realize that I needed to update the feed so my posts would get tweeted for you to read. Maybe that is why I am loosing some visitors. I greatly appreciate every visit even if it is just to say hello. Hope that you all have a wonderful day. We are having thunderstorms again this morning so we are keeping an eye on the sky!

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Missing Autistic: Erik Lippmann

Santa Cruz, California is in search for Erik Lippmann who is a 30 year old missing autistic. He has been missing since Wednesday April 21, 2010 at 2:00 a.m., and has been considered at-risk.

Erik is known to frequently visit the Capitola Mall and Pacific Avenue areas.

He was wearing a t-shirt, possibly with cartoon characters on it, pants and slip-on shoes.

Police are asking anyone with any information about Erik to call 911.

Erik and his family are in our prayers for his safe return.

STILL MISSING AS OF APRIL 23, 2010

***UPDATED INFORMATION INCLUDING NEW PICTURE***

For new details on Erik Lippmann, please visit the link for Mercury News.

Age of Autism is a popular autism news website that has also been covering this story.

April 28, 2010 Still Missing. The latest is here.

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Missing Autistic: Marshall Bacher

Pima County officials in Tucson, Arizona are asking the public for help in finding Marshall Bacher who is a 28 year old missing autistic. Bacher was reported missing at approximately 10:30 Tuesday April 20,2010 by his mother.

She said that he left a note saying that he was going to Rillito River and would return in a few hours. According to his mother, he does not know the concept of time. Authorities have put him at high risk. His mother has said that he has left the house before, but usually returns.

Marshall is described as a Caucasian male, approximately 5'11" tall, 235 lbs., with dark brown hair. He was last seen wearing a brown T-shirt, denim carpenter shorts, a blue and grey parka, grey New Balance shoes and a turquoise backpack.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Marshall Bacher is asked to call 911 or 88-CRIME.

Please be on the lookout for him as we pray for his safe return.

*In my own opinion from following missing autistics, I have noticed how adventurous they tend to be. From what I have seen, they are usually found in placed that would provide them comfort as they feed the need for adventure. His mother said that he was going to the river...perhaps to fill that need for adventure. I was reading another story of two autistic teenagers went missing for a day in Florida. They were found at the beach early in the morning. Were they perhaps having their own adventure as well? Nadia Bloom from Florida was found safe in the dense woods behind her house, as if she was also having an adventure.

***UPDATE***

Has been located!!

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Hotel Offers Autism Rooms In Austin, Texas

America has done it again. The Wyndham Garden Hotel in Austin, Texas has opened up a new wing that has rooms for autistics and their parents. The five special needs rooms opened up on April 14, 2010. Each one was filled for the first night. KVUE has more on the story. Worried about the GFCF diet? No need to, because they offer menus to serve those who are on the diet. Now you can enjoy your vacation at yet another hotel that offers rooms for those with autism. I had recently wrote about the Clinton Inn in Tenafly, New Jersey offering rooms for autistics. The hotel is also offering discounts for the rooms. You can contact the hotel for more information at 512-448-2444. They are located at 3401 South IH-35 in Austin, Texas.

Austin is a wonderful place to visit for vacation. I have been there while I stayed with my mom, and I absolutely enjoy the city very much. I love the capitol building as well. Some 15 years ago, squirrels and birds would come up to your hands and take food that you have brought. Really brings back the memories for me, and I am sure that you and your family will enjoy Austin as well. You can plan your Austin trip with ease and know that you will have a hotel that is safe for your children.

I hope that you have a wonderful vacation, and it is all just in time for summer! Happy staying and be safe!

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Missing Mildly Autistic Girl: Nadia Bloom

It is day three for a missing 11 year old girl who is mildly autistic. Nadia Bloom was last seen riding her bicycle when she went missing from her hometown of Winter Springs, Florida in the Barrington Estates subdivision. She was wearing a orange shirt and blue shorts. She could have been caring a black horse backpack. She was also an explorer, and enjoyed nature very much. She had gotten a new camera and authorities and family members hope that she is just out for a walk. She is believed to be around several ponds that are dangerous. They plan to use sonar to try and find her. If you can volunteer in the search for Nadia Bloom, call Winter Springs police at (407) 327-1000. We are all praying for her safe return. If you are living in the Winter Springs, FL area, please volunteer to help in the search for Nadia Bloom. May God Bless You Nadia!!

Missing Girl Description

• Nadia Bloom
• Age: 11
• Hair: Brown
• Eyes: Brown
• Height: 5′ 0″
• Weight: 85 lbs.

UPDATE*****

Nadia Bloom was found alive on Tuesday morning April 13, 2010. We are all greatful for her safe return and thank everyone who was involved especially the one who found her. They were a member of the church that she attended. Thank you God for taking care of her in her time of need. Smiles and Hugs for you Nadia! Be safe!

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Devin Learns To Ride Bicycle

Hello everyone! Today was a terrific day for Devin. He has learned how to ride a . Not to long ago he had gotten a bike and was learning how to ride it with training wheels. I would say that he really did not have all that much practice before we decided to try and take off the training wheels. I had previously decided to raise the wheels up to where they would not be on the ground as much. I wanted to see how he could do when he could balance the bicycle without the wheels touching the ground. I had told him to try and ride it in the grass so that he would not get hurt. When we took them off, he immediately took off without any problems what so ever. He never did fall down the entire time. I was almost in shock that he just took to it and did it without even trying. It was like he was born to ride a bike. We were all very excited for him on his new accomplishment. He is surely going to enjoy this coming summer where he will be outside most of the time. He is even good enough to peddle the bicycle while he is not sitting on the seat. That takes a lot of balance and strength. He has an 18-inch NEXT Surge bicycle like the one below:
For his accomplishment we will give him an award as well!! Congratulations son, you have greatly earned it. We love you very much and very proud of how much you have grown. Bless you my son and may all your dreams come true.

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Rapid ABC: Testing For Autism In 5 Minutes

For us autistic parents, we remember how long it was for our children to be evaluated for autism. Long hours at the examination office can be overwhelming with the tedious behaviors of our children sitting somewhere for a long time. That is all to familiar with most of us. For parents of young children, there is a new procedure in testing for autism and it only takes about five minutes including interactive play that will check for how the child learns, speaks, moves and behaves. Hearing and vision is also tested to ensure there is no problems there. Also, neurology is tested. Doctors still consider screenings at 9 months, 18 months, 24 or 30 months, with continued screenings if the child is within the high risk area. The test is called Rapid ABC or The Rapid Attention Back and Forth Communication screener, and was developed by Emory Autism Resource Center and Georgia Tech University. The Rapid ABC is designed to assess a child's risk for ASD's during a regular checkup in a pediatrician's office. For more information you should contact the Emory Autism Resource Center directly. You can also e-mail Monica Allen, who is the Senior Psychological Specialist at rapid.abc@gmail.com. The guidelines for autism determination from the American Academy of Pediatrics still recommends children be screened for autism at one and a half to two years of age. As Katy Crowther, mother of Ben, decided to push for autism testing at just 14 months. She said that "He wasn't imitating us. He wasn't pointing or clapping or playing any of those sort of interactive games." The Early Intervention has helped the Crowther family with their son Ben's development.

Here is the news cast video link for New Test For Autism from ABC KABC-TV Los Angeles, CA. I tried to put the video up here for you, but the embedded code was broken.

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Movie Trailer For Date Night Movie 4-09-10

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of 20th Century Fox. All opinions are 100% mine.

Attention movie goers! Date Night starring Steve Carell and Tina Fey is opening this weekend on April 9, 2010. This movie is about a couple who decides to go on a date night and finds themselves being chased by criminals who thinks they are someone else. Being a part of a shoot out, car chase, breaking and entering, and dealing with an underworld boss at an adult club is just part of making it to the end of the night they spent in town. As you gear up for the opening night of Date Night you can enjoy watching the movie trailer that I have provided for you. Whether you watch it alone or with friends and family, it is sure to please for days to come. Send everyone you know over to view the trailer here. Hope that you will decided to go see the Date Night Movie on opening night. That is on April 9, 2010. Only a few more days to get everything ready so hop to it and have a great time at the movies everyone. Date Night is rated PG-13 for your entertainment needs. This movie is great for a girl's night out so grab those seats and get ready for the ride. Remember to drive safely to and from the movies. Playing it safe will be appreciated by everyone. I would love to hear your comments on the movie after you have seen it! Enjoy your time everyone! (For the full New York Times article please visit: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/04/04/movies/04date.html?ref=movies)

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Have a wonderful day, and thanks for visiting me today!

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Light It Up Blue 2010: Autism Awareness Day

For this years autism awareness, Autism Speaks is Lighting It Up Blue for 2010. On the night of April 1, 2010 (that is tonight) the Empire State Building in New York City will be lit up blue. The CN tower in Toronto, Canada will also be lit up to raise autism awareness. Pictures can be viewed here as well. There is also some great ideas on what you can do for autism awareness this month. If you are looking to find an event to attend to in your area, then there is a place where you can find the ones in your area. If you have any photos that you wish to share with them, then you can also get that done. Need to share on facebook or twitter? No problem. You can do it all there. Light It Up Banners for blogs and websites are also available to use at no cost to you, and remember to wear blue for Autism Awareness Day!! Thank you for your support!

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