Simon says...
Tags:"whatcha doing people?"
Lots of talking coming for this little guy lately...and some pretty good antics too. Last night while Mom, Chris and I were watching American Idol (known around here as the "singing show") he grabbed the tub of cookie dough and headed back to our bedroom for a little feast. Yum. Daddy caught him on that one. He (Simon) laughed and laughed.
He is asking to be tickled and to be chased.
He says, "I cry myself" on the way to school every morning and has been choosing to "I take a break" most days when we get in the door of the classroom. The class has a spot set up just for "taking breaks" with some big beanbags so he can calm down and acclimate before making other activity choices.
He is really into Little Einsteins this week. Lots of "patting" going on (they pat their legs to make their rocket go fast).
He feeds Lily 2 cups of dog food in the morning (and sometimes sneaks a little bite for himself).
Simon and Chris and my Mom will be joining me up here in Portland tomorrow night for part of the CK Convention. Fun to have them here with me to see what I do, etc. Looking forward to seeing lots of familiar faces over the course of the weekend.
And man, those numbers keep on rising. It is so, so exciting.

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OK, I couldn't add a PICTURE of the badge but I added a link to the badge on my school web page. You never know, some of my students' parents might be inspired to donate!
Cute picture of you and Simon!!! I'm so proud of him!
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I can't believe I'm the first "poster" of the day - yahoo! Well, BRAVO - you have not only passed $10,000 but now it's over $11,000! Great job everybody and great job Ali for bringing this to everyone's attention. Have a great time at CK............cute specs, Simon!
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oh well, I missed it by a minute! LOL :)
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I really enjoyed seeing Simon and hearing about his progress. Keep up the good work! (All of you!) I think the cookie dough was awesome !!!!!:)
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Love the picture of you and Simon in glasses/
I am glad to hear he is taking up a storm and
having some good antics. My son, is into the joking phase and it is a lot of fun.
Have a great weekend. Jessica
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so good to hear such a great report about Simon and his activities. Have a terrific weekend at Portland CKC...and pretty SOON you will be seeing US at CKU Detroit! Can't wait! I start my 'week in the life' homework this Sunday! :) God bless
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Simon is so completely adorable!! I've been meaning to say a huge thank you to you for all the work you do for Autism and finding a solution. My best friend's son was just diagnosed and I immediately put her on to the six degrees website. It's been a comfort to her in these trying days.
Thanks again Ali!!
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what a wonderful, growing little man he is! so smart and so dear. Enjoy these special times, as I know you do.
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Hi Simon and Ali.. Great picture, also great to hear he is doing so well.. Thank you so much for putting the badge on your website.. It rocks that you are raising money for autism speaks.. We do the walk every year..
linda
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Hi Simon!! Hope to see you again, it was so nice to play with you when you where in Hermiston last year. I will also be in Portland this weekend for CKC so exciting Hope to see you there.
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I love the idea of a spot just for "taking breaks." I think any kid (or grown-up) could use that. I just may arrange a spot in our house for that very purpose!
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Hey Ali: Just wondering how life as a politco's wife is? Is Chris enjoying his new job? We heard so much about the campaign just wondering how the actual job is.
That photo of you and your son is hysterical!
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Hey Ali,
Your little man has quite a sense of humor!I think from the pic, we know where it comes from ~ too cute :)
Ciao,
~donna g.
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ADORABLE pic!!! :-)
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Love the picture, Miss Ali! I hope to see you on Saturday Morning at CKC Portland! You go, Simon... you cool little dude!
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Great photo!! And I love the "taking breaks" corner. Will have to mention that to our principal. (I think I could use a "taking breaks" corner myself sometimes!!)
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What a beautiful picture of your son! Sounds like he's making leaps and bounds.
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I do believe I said a word not appropriate for Simon's ears when I saw over 11,000 on the banner!!
And I totally need a taking breaks corner for my life.
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I don't mind a little dog food myself sometimes too. I like the little treats that look like pigs in a blanket. The outside is really sweet. This is not a habit though.
Sue
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What am I doing, you ask. I am trying to get my Simon to be nice to his little brother!
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