Keaton It Real

We are joined for this week's episode by Audra Sisak! Audra is a therapist, autism/epilepsy advocate, and an entertainer. Audra shares her experiences and valuable insights as an adult with autism, including: Masking, public acceptance, co-occurring conditions, and how YOU can advocate for the autistic/neurodiverse people in your life. You can learn more about Audra and her work by visiting the links below:

1. Audra's WASPA group https://www.facebook.com/groups/792450917602739

2. Neurodiversity Newsstand FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/890889377743690

3. Autistic Women and Non-Binary Network https://www.facebook.com/awnnetwork.org

4. ND BIPOC FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/875466955980460/ 

5. Suitman Productions:  https://suitmancomedy.com/events Look for Audra's shows Autastic Artists and Dating with Disabilities

Join us for a very special Mother's Day edition of Keaton It Real where we interview Matthew's mother, Michelle Keaton! We discuss the process of raising a child with a disability from the perspective of someone who's been doing it for over 30 years. We'll discuss grief, acceptance, uncertainty, and the importance of advocacy all along the way. We hope you enjoy Michelle's stories and unique insights, and we thank you, as always, for listening! 

This very special episode discusses the first chapter of Bonnie Landry's 2015 book "Revolution Of Mercy." With the book as a guideline, we'll discuss how to foster an environment of spiritual receptivity within our homes and move past "carrot and stick" discipline.

Bonnie Landry is an author, podcaster, and homeschool mom extraordinaire! It was a great pleasure to be able to feature her work. You can learn more about her work and support her by clicking the links below:

Bonnie's Website: www.bonnielandry.ca

Podcast: Make Joy Normal: Cozy Homeschooling

Instagram: @Make.Joy.Normal

Buy "Revolution Of Mercy" on Amazon!

Join us for a very special interview with Arlene Keeler, owner of Kaleidoscope Family Gym in Puyallup, Washington! Kaleidoscope is an inclusive play space that welcomes all families--with a special focus on children with autism and other additional needs. We talk with Arlene about how her grandson inspired the vision for her business, her fight to keep the business going, and the wonderful rewards of her work!

To find more information and book a play date, you can visit: http://www.kaleidoscopefamilygym.com

To support the gym's crowdfunding efforts, please visit GoFundMe:
 Fundraiser by Arlene Keeler : Kaleidoscope Family Gym Needs Some Help! (gofundme.com)

Follow Kaleidoscope on Instagram @Kaleidoscope Families

Visit Kaleidoscope on Facebook at Kaleidoscope Family Gym

You can visit the gym IN-PERSON at:

Kaleidoscope Family Gym
3850-6 South Meridian (by the South Hill Mall)
Puyallup, WA, WA 98372

On this very special episode, we discuss our personal experiences with (and without) religion. Lara recalls her time in the LDS church while Matthew discusses time as a teenage atheist and a nondenominational Christian. Finally, we'll discuss how YouTube videos, priests, prayer apps, and spiritual writers led us to our current exploration of Catholicism. 

Thanks, as always, for letting us share this show with you! Feel free to reach out to us via email and social media at: 

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This episode discusses the short and long-term fears associated with parenting, especially with kids on the spectrum. Will they be able to live independently when we're gone? Who will be there to take care of them? Will the world care for them like we do? We'll also discuss the advice we received NOT to have another baby. It's a heavy episode, so we'll close with another minute of silence to be with your feelings. We love you and we're proud of the work you're doing! Thanks for listening, we hope you enjoy! 

Enjoy our first BONUS EPISODE where we celebrate Lara finally being able to adopt Hunter and Jax! We discuss the ups and downs of a long, rewarding process. Thanks for letting us share this moment with you. We hope you enjoy! 

Feeling like your child is the only one running around the classroom with their pants down? We've got an episode for you! We discuss our experience with Individualized Education Plans (IEP's), 504's, and other educational accommodations you and your family might need! Join us for another minute of silence at the end of the episode and, as always, we're proud of how great you're doing! Thank you, and we hope you enjoy! 

Get your "Worst Parents Ever" hats on! On this week's episode we discuss the little, annoying things our kids do that make us tick. We talk discipline, forgiveness, and the annoying realization that we'll never be perfect. Join us for another minute of silence at the end of the episode where you can breathe and take a break from the noise. Thanks for listening, we hope you enjoy!