Kacie BuzzardMy trip with KetamineI was escorted to the sterile exam room. The walls were painted an industrial yellow that had shown signs of dulling with age. The exam…Jul 18, 2022Jul 18, 2022
Kacie BuzzardI want G-Damned BlissDays of mounting tensions with challenges of epic proportions seem to define my daily norm. Constant refrains of I don’t know how you do…May 28, 2022May 28, 2022
Kacie BuzzardGone AgainThe principal’s phone number flashed on my phone as it rang. I let it ring three times before answering,” Is everything okay?” Because that…May 17, 2022May 17, 2022
Kacie BuzzardRaising Three Autistic Kids While I Have Treatment-Resistant DepressionA few weeks ago, in therapy, a solitary tear drifted down my cheek. As I shared, “I rarely let myself think about what my life would be…Apr 14, 20224Apr 14, 20224
Kacie BuzzardMy Oldest Child Was My Last to be Diagnosed With AutismThe journey to a child’s autism diagnosis is always long and convoluted. My middle child, who has the most severe autism, was the first to…Apr 6, 20221Apr 6, 20221
Kacie BuzzardBattered and Bruised in 2021I wrote this two weeks ago but didn’t think it was very good. When I read it again, I realized I was being too tough on myself.Jan 3, 20222Jan 3, 20222
Kacie Buzzard10 Gift Ideas for Kids on the SpectrumIt can be incredibly difficult to shop for autistics, especially those who are nonverbal. In our house, Caroline puts stuff in our Amazon…Dec 20, 20211Dec 20, 20211
Kacie BuzzardMore than one moment in time to shineThe simple but masterful artistry of the sets, the opulent beauty of the costumes beckons Caroline to the stage multiple times a year. She…Dec 19, 2021Dec 19, 2021
Kacie BuzzardExtreme ParentingRaising three kids with unique and extra needs is extreme parenting. I feel like I am paragliding off a cliff, blindfolded, with no idea…Dec 18, 20211Dec 18, 20211
Kacie BuzzardI Will Never Be A Empty NesterI will never be an empty nester. It is exhausting to think the rest of my life I will be a caregiver. There is not a lack of love for my…Dec 15, 20212Dec 15, 20212