



Jan
22
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HEADLINES
“Woman admits making autistic son drink bleachâ€:
http://uk.news.yahoo.com/5/20101115/tuk-woman-admits-making-son-drink-bleach-45dbed5.html
“Felony child abuse charges for former autism center staff memberâ€:
“Washoe County School bus driver fired for incident on special needs busâ€:
“Missing autistic man is foundâ€:
http://www.northjersey.com/topstories/mahwah/112310_Missing_man_with_autism_is_found.html
“Mason Alert to be combined with Take Me Home program to prevent autism wanderingâ€:
“Indiana parents told drop disabled kids at sheltersâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/indiana_parents_told_to_drop_disabled_kids_at_shelters.htm
“Families denied legal aid for epilepsy drug court caseâ€:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-11707386
“Vulnerable young people trapped in justice systemâ€:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2010/nov/24/vulnerable-young-people-trapped-in-justice-system
“Legal help for vulnerable at riskâ€:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hereford-worcester-11735006
UK “New CAMHS Tier 4 Service for young autistic people opening Decemberâ€:
“Government to empower 1million people to decide their own personal care through individualised state funded budgetsâ€:
“Cameron warns on child carer cutsâ€:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-11764267
“CADD bemoans shortage of speech therapistsâ€:
http://www.vanguardngr.com/2010/11/cadd-bemoans-shortage-of-speech-therapists/
“Europe to knock down barriers for disabledâ€:
Airport Incident “ Beck: Shirtless little boy patted down by the TSA is autisticâ€:
http://hotair.com/archives/2010/11/24/beck-shirtless-little-boy-patted-down-by-the-tsa-has-autism/
“Call to fix web’s inaccessible sitesâ€:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-11746150
Stargardt’s Macular Degeneration “Stem cells could help blind to see within six weeksâ€:
“Comic Mackenzie Taylor takes his life at 32â€:
http://www.chortle.co.uk/news/2010/11/20/12191/comic_mackenzie_taylor_takes_his_life
HEALTH & RESEARCH
“Autism expert: Unproven treatments may do harmâ€:
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/education/news/article.cfm?c_id=35&objectid=10688116&ref=rss
“Study finds evidence of gender bias toward diagnosing boys with autismâ€:
“Researchers create autistic neuron modelâ€:
http://www.medilexicon.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=207612
“Learning disabilities more likely in children with high blood pressureâ€:
“Social skills training for autistic children: Not all group therapies are the sameâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/social_skills_training_for_autistic_children_not_all_group_.htm
“The cure for autism, mainly understandingâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/the_cure_for_autism_mainly_understanding.htm
“Aspergers and Autism: What’s the difference?â€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/aspergers_and_autism_whats_the_difference.htm
“IQ scores fail to predict academic performance in autistic childrenâ€:
“Do handwriting problems in autistic children continue into teen yearsâ€:
Handwriting “Autism or entrepreneurism? Part 1â€:
http://www.examiner.com/child-entrepreneur-in-national/autism-or-entrepreneurism-part-i-review
“Autistic children have distinctive patterns of brain activityâ€:
“Selective Mutism: I stopped talking when I was six years oldâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/selective_mutism_i_stopped_talking_when_i_was_six_years_old.htm
“Rett Syndrome mobilizes jumping genes in the brainâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/rett_syndrome_mobilizes_jumping_genes_in_the_brain.htm
“OCD: Decluttering – Is it therapy?â€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/ocd_decluttering__is_it_therapy.htm
National Epilepsy Awareness Month “Autism and Epilepsy – A Missed Connection, Causes & Descriptions & Moreâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/national_epilepsy_awareness_month_autism__epilepsy__a_mis.htm
“Landau-Kleffner Syndrome is a form of epilepsy that can mimic autismâ€:
“PTSD: Victims of Child Abuse & PTSD, Teaching Kids To Work Through Trauma, First Major Study Of Mental Health Of UK Armed Forces In Iraq & Moreâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/ptsd_victims_of_child_abuse__ptsd_teaching_kids_to_walk_t.htm
“Hope for the journey, PTSD research at VAâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/hope_for_the_journey_ptsd_research_at_va.htm
“Gene links to Anorexia foundâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/gene_links_to_anorexia_found.htm
“Men get eating disorders too/Anorexia & unplanned pregnanciesâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/men_get_eating_disorders_tooanorexia__unplanned_pregnancie.htm
“Latest Sleep Research: Sleep Deficits & Genetics, Drivers & Risk Perception, Podcast On PTSD & Sleep, Bedtime Texting & Internet Use Among Teens At Bedtime, Sleep Interruptedâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/latest_sleep_research_sleep_deficits__genetics_drivers__.htm
“Sleep program needed for IT Engineersâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/sleep_program_needed_for_it_engineers.htm
“Is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome a personality disorder?â€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/is_chronic_fatigue_syndrome_a_personality_disorder.htm
“Exhaustion Syndrome exploredâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/exhaustion_syndrome_explored.htm
Surgeon burnoutâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/burnout_surgeon_burnout.htm
“Latest Depression Articles: Suicide Prevention, Surge in Teen Suicides?, Follow-Ups Are Powerful Tool, Pregnancy & Depression Screening, Music Therapy & Depression & Moreâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/latest_depression_articles_suicide_prevention_surge_in_tee.htm
“80% of Uni students mentally stressed, Australiaâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/80_of_uni_students_mentally_stressed_australia.htm
“BPS Research Digest: The Special Issue Spotterâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/bps_research_digest_the_special_issue_spotter_21.htm
“Mind Hacks: A Shrink among the Shady in 1920s New Yorkâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/mind_hacks_a_shrink_among_the_shady_in_1920s_new_york.htm
“Mendocino Coast District Hospital Physician Neil Nathan published book to help those struggling with Chronic Poor Healthâ€:
http://www.fox44now.com/Global/story.asp?S=13550276
“Psychology of Women Quarterly to be published by SAGEâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/psychology_of_women_quarterly_to_be_published_by_sage.htm
“Uncovered: The mental health magazine for womenâ€:
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-1327290/Uncovered-The-mental-health-magazine-women.html
“Women get the health message, but not from men, Australiaâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/women_get_the_health_message_but_not_from_men_australia.htm
“Do women have a special connection to nature?â€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/do_women_have_a_special_connection_to_nature.htm
“How to flood your life with confidenceâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/how_to_flood_your_life_with_confidence.htm
“Don’t do it! – How your inner voice really does aid self-controlâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/dont_do_it__how_your_inner_voice_really_does_aid_selfc.htm
“Is there a ‘do good’ gene?â€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/is_there_a_do_good_gene.htm
“5 steps to connecting to the good in lifeâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/5_steps_to_connecting_to_the_good_in_life.htm
Relationships “Man with Asperger’s syndrome finds love with first girl he was able to look in the eyeâ€:
“Relationships: Falling Only Takes About A Fifth Of A Second, Flirting, Emotional Intimacy, Affair Prevention, Divorce, Couples, Resilience & Cancer, 10 Tips To Enhance Love Bonds & Moreâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/relationships_falling_only_takes_about_a_fifth_of_a_second.htm
“Virtual Hospitalâ€:
http://www.uihealthcare.com/vh/
EDUCATION
Jane Groth Stewart “Parents, students remember founder of school for autisticâ€:
“City Academy apologises over disabled girl rejectionâ€:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-11814690
“The fight for disabled children’s right to education in Indiaâ€:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/journalismcompetition/disabled-children-education-india
“Disability advocates split on Restraint, Seclusion Reformâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/disability_advocates_split_on_restraint_seclusion_reform.htm
“Anti-Bullying Week starts 15th Novemberâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/antibullying_week_from_15th_november.htm
“Bullying: Half of American HS children bullied during last 12 months, Safe Schools Policy, Teen’s take on Bullying, What if your child’s the Bully?â€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/bullying_half_of_american_hs_children_bullied_during_last_1.htm
“Abstract: Bullying in School and Cyberspace: Associations with depressive symptoms in Swiss and Australian adolescentsâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/abstract_bullying_in_school_and_cyberspace_associations_wi.htm
“Award for inspirational Erdington volunteerâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/bullying_award_for_inspirational_erdington_volunteer.htm
Specialist: The new Elizabethan School “Saved school wants ‘free’ statusâ€:
“Autistic students find iPad beneficialâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/autistic_students_find_ipad_beneficial.htm
“Autistic Zach to get the help he needsâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/exceptionally_gifted_autistic_boy_zach_finally_receives_su.htm
“Parents of autistic boy file suit against Gatewayâ€:
http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/10294/1096751-298.stm?cmpid=news.xml
“Perfect school for autistic son faces shutdownâ€:
http://www.theprovince.com/life/Perfect+school+autistic+faces+shutdown/3732398/story.html
“Local conference educates about autistic students’ transitions to collegeâ€:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/39791975/ns/local_news-san_luis_obispo_ca/
“Jasper’s parents’ plea finally heardâ€:
http://www.theaucklander.co.nz/local/news/jaspers-parents-plea-finally-heard/3927728/
“School district forbids autistic boy’s service dogâ€:
http://www.columbian.com/news/2010/nov/13/school-district-forbids-autistic-boys-service-dog/
“7 things you should know about students diagnosed with High Functioning Autismâ€:
“College students help non-verbal children communicate, many for the first timeâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/college_students_help_nonverbal_children_communicate_many_.htm
“Communication: Fast ForWord for Reading Disabilities & Language Delays: Does it Work?, Language Intervention For Pre-School Children, The Bilingual Advantage Etcâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/communication_fast_forword_for_reading_disabilities__langu.htm
“Education: Adolescents in Private School Cope Better, Parent’s Efforts Key To Children’s Performance & Moreâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/education_adolescents_in_private_school_cope_better_parent.htm
“Help children develop better listening skillsâ€:
http://www.suite101.com/content/help-children-develop-better-listening-skills-a312188
“In NJ autism education, some say standards are lackingâ€:
http://www.app.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2010101116133
“In New Jersey special-education system, specialized care comes at a priceâ€:
http://www.app.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2010101117120
“School for autistic children in Londonâ€:
“Working with autistic childrenâ€:
http://www.buzzle.com/articles/working-with-children-with-autism.html
From the Archives “New York Times: Students on the Spectrumâ€:
EMPLOYMENT
“Project Search helps students with disabilities learn skills on the jobâ€:
“NAS concerned by increased sanctions for those looking for workâ€:
“Incapacity benefit tests face overhaul after damning reportâ€:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/politics/2010/nov/23/incapacity-benefit-test-review
“Disabled people among the hardest hit by spending reviewâ€:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2010/oct/20/spending-review-disabled-people
“Spending Review 2010: Key points at-a-glanceâ€:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-11569160
“Creative Support Ltdâ€:
http://www.creativesupport.co.uk/Â
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“Autelligent Laboratories
We believe all people have a contribution to make and deserve an opportunity to be productive.
With your caring and excellent help, we are creating jobs for the 40 million people worldwide who are diagnosed with Autism and Asperger Syndrome. Today less than one in five of us are currently employed. We are motivated and competent and we deserve equal employment. Help make this a reality.
Autelligent Laboratories is dedicated to creating a space where autistic software engineers can more than contribute, we can excel.â€:
Luxury Quality Scented Candles “Humbolt Candles – Autism & Disability Employment Companyâ€:
http://www.humboldtcandles.com/index.html
“Auties.orgâ€:
Individuality, Diversity, Equality, Achievement
Auties..org is an Aspie & Autie friendly site for all people on the Autistic Spectrum who are ready to dare reach out to occupation and employment, open the doors to the community and market their abilities directly to the public and for those interested in supporting these pioneers.
“Prospectsâ€:
http://www.autism.org.uk/our-services/employment-support/prospects-for-job-seekers.aspx
“AutismJobsâ€:
Linking job seekers with vacancies in work related to autism, Aspergers and ASDs
http://www.autismjobs.org/?section=00010009
“Employment within the NASâ€:
For further employment information, please viewâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/employment_on_the_autism_spectrum.htm
GENERAL/HUMAN INTEREST
“Temple Grandin talks about autism (Video: 03:45)â€:
http://www.topix.net/health/autism/2010/11/temple-grandin-talks-about-autism
“Autism has a voice: The remarkable story of Carly Fleischmannâ€:
“Teen uses experience to become autism advocateâ€:
“A Manhattan Beach Eagle Scout earns honorâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/eagle_scout_earns_honor.htm
“I’m Right Here: Rudy Simone on life as an “Aspergirlâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/rudy_simone_im_right_here_life_as_an_aspergirl.htm
“Bringing Vincent homeâ€:
http://content.healthaffairs.org/cgi/content/full/25/1/231
“Autistic children practice traveling on mock flightsâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/autistic_children_practice_travelling_on_mock_flights.htm
“Positive Perspective “Brain Schedules, a mother’s poetic perspective on autismâ€:
“Asperger Syndrome child inspires Texas Grandma to become bloggerâ€:
Letter “Inspirational storyâ€:
http://thechronicleherald.ca/Editorials/1212379.html
“David Blunkett pays tribute to his guide dog Sadieâ€:
“Global award for Grace App that aids communicationâ€:
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Happy Thanksgiving To All Who Are Celebrating …
THANKSGIVING
“Help your autistic child have an enjoyable Thanksgivingâ€:
“Mercy House Call: Holidays can be a stressful time for autistic children, parentsâ€:
http://www.wtol.com/Global/story.asp?S=13565440
“Autistic children create Thanksgiving cartoonâ€:
http://www.fox44now.com/Global/story.asp?S=13548084
“Don’t let your Thanksgiving turn into a real turkey, Tips for avoiding Stress-Outsâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/dont_let_your_thanksgiving_turn_into_a_real_turkey_tips_fo.htm
“Thanksgiving Articles ~ On Coping, Inclusion Tips, History, Art, Craft & Recipesâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/thanksgiving_articles__on_coping_inclusion_tips_history_.htm
“Expert offers ways to practice “Safe Stress†during the Holidaysâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/expert_offers_ways_to_practice_safe_stress_during_the_holi.htm
“Holiday shopping for your autistic childâ€:
http://www.examiner.com/special-needs-parents-in-chicago/holiday-shopping-for-your-child-with-autism
Oreo Turkey Cookies
“Holiday Planning and ASD Part 1â€:
http://www.examiner.com/autism-parenting-in-dallas/holiday-planning-and-autism-spectrum-disorder-1
“Holiday Planning and ASD Part 2â€:
Supporting the NAS this Christmas …
“NAS Christmas Cardsâ€:
http://www.autism.org.uk/shop/christmas-cards.aspx
NEW MEXICO
 New Mexico State Flag, Zuni Indian sun symbol:The yellow field and red symbol colors are the colors of Spain. First brought to New Mexico by Spanish explorers in 1540. On New Mexico’s flag we see a red sun with rays stretching out from it. There are four groups of rays with four rays in each group. This is an ancient sun symbol of a Native American people called the Zia.
“New Mexico Autism Societyâ€
PO Box 30955
Albuquerque NM 87190-0955
(Bernalillo County)
(505) 332-0306 (Main Phone)
E-Mail address:Â nm-newmexico@autismsocietyofamerica.org
Website:Â http://www.nmautismsociety.org
Red Rock Balloon Rally Gallup, New Mexico (Held annually on the first weekend of December)http://www.redrockballoonrally.com/index.html
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“The Santa Fe Autism and Asperger’s Community Connectionâ€:
http://aspergers.meetup.com/cities/us/nm/albuquerque/
New Mexico is a southwestern state in the United States of America. Over its relatively long history it has also been occupied by Native American populations and has been part of the Spanish viceroyalty of New Spain, a state of Mexico and a U.S. territory. Among U.S. states, New Mexico has simultaneously the highest percentage of Hispanic Americans (some recent immigrants and others descendants of Spanish colonists) and the second-highest percentage of Native American (mostly Navajo and Pueblo peoples). As a result, the demographics and culture of the state are unique for their strong Spanish, Mexican, and U.S. Amerindian cultural influences. The United States Census Bureau estimates that the state population was 1,954,599 in 2006, a 7.45% increase since 2000.
“Rio Rancho New Mexico Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician Doctorsâ€:
http://www.medicinenet.com/asperger_syndrome/rio-rancho-nm_city.htm
Anasazi Arch, Cox Canyon
“Santa Fe NM Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician Doctorsâ€:
http://www.medicinenet.com/asperger_syndrome/santa-fe-nm_city.htm
New Mexico Cactus Flower
“New Mexico Autism Newsâ€:
http://autism.einnews.com/newmexico/
New Mexico Storms: New Mexico has one of the highest, if not the highest, lightning strikes in the nation. That combined with brilliant sunsets makes it one of the reasons it is called the land of enchantment.
Lighting the Way
Electric Sunset
 Approaching Storm: Heron Lake State Park, New Mexico
“New Mexico Guideâ€:
http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/united-states/new-mexico-guide/?source=A-to-Z
 The Blues, Heron Lake State Park
“New Mexico Factsâ€:
http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/united-states/new-mexico-facts/
Wheeler Peak(the highest point in New Mexico) rises over 13,000 feet in the Sangre de Cristo mountain range in Northern New Mexico.
Sunset in the Sandia Mountains after a snow storm.
“New Mexico Mapâ€:
http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/united-states/new-mexico-map/
Earthshadow at White Sands
“Photo gallery: Santa Fe Attractionsâ€:
http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/city-guides/santa-fe-attractions-photos-traveler/
A feeding flock of Snow Geese take flight after being scared from the cornfield at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge in New Mexico. Often it’s a coyote that spooks them or other predators. While not equal in flock size to the morning fly out, these “fright flights” are an impressive spectacle in and of themselves.
 A portion of the wintering population of Sandhill Cranes at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge in New Mexico. Nothing like the running crane with the bit of splash.
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That’s Mr. Buck to You
“World Heritage: Pueblo de Taosâ€:
http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/world-heritage/pueblo-de-taos/
Chillies, Santa Fe
“Photo Camp: Taos, New Mexicoâ€:
http://photography.nationalgeographic.com/photography/photos/photo-camp-taos/
Blue Door: Doors in Santa Fe, New Mexico are as varied as the art styles.
“New Mexico Tourism Departmentâ€:
 Storefront in Cerrillos, New Mexico after a heavy snow storm.
Architecture, New Mexico
“Best New Mexico Restaurantsâ€:
http://www.urbanspoon.com/lb/234/best-restaurants-New-Mexico
 Luminarias, Adobe Architecture, Santa Fe
Doorway at Aztec Ruins National Monument, New Mexico
This is a 3-D stereo photograph that can be viewed in the third dimension with red/cyan glasses.
The Aztec Ruins National Monument. This site was home to ancestral Pueblo peoples — the Anasazi. Scholars once thought the Aztecs migrated to Mexico from the southwestern U.S. Later, commercial maps and early settlers mistakenly called these monumental ruins along the Animas River the “Aztec” ruins and the name stuck. For more information, see: www.nps.gov/azru
Aztec Ruins – Restored Kiva
Carlsbad Caverns: One of the most spectacular sites in Carlsbad is “The Chandelier,” a closely-grouped set of long, elegant stalactites.Â
The Carlsbad Caverns are a huge network of limestone caves in southeast New Mexico. They are not lit with coloured lights as are some caves, so the colours on the caves are completely natural.
Fajada Butte, 6623 ft (2019m) near the Visitor Center of Chaco Culture National Historical Park. This image was selected as the cover photo of GuestLife New Mexico. www.guestlife.com/media/GuestLife/New-Mexico/Annual-2009/
 Ruins of an Anasazi Chacoan village at Chaco Canyon.
 Acoma Pueblo competes with Taos in being the oldest settlement in the US. Likely to be built some time between the 10th and 12th centuries, it is spectacularly located on top of a sandstone mesa that is about 100 meters high. Once a healthy community with some one thousand denizens, starting with the Spanish conquest, population has now dwindled down to a few hundred. Acoma’s long history contains many tragic episodes. In 1598, the Conquistador Don Juan de Onate stormed the pueblo killing many men and throwing their bodies off the cliffs. The surviving men over 25 had one foot cut off. Young girls were enslaved and sent off to Mexico, while others were made servants. Acoma was also last to surrender to the Spanish in the Pueblo Revolt of 1680.
New Mexico Petroglyphs; Spirits in Stone:Â Somewhere between 300 & 700 years ago the local and or migrating Native Americans (Pueblo, Apache & Navajo) created these petroglyph’s by pecking or striking a stone against these rocks to knock a small bit of the darker surface off the basalt boulder revealing the lighter basalt beneath. These are in the Petroglyph National Monument in New Mexico and they are if you will; a sort of a very early monochromatic pointillism. More accurately, as it says on the www.nps.gov/petr/index.htm website “These images are inseparable from the cultural landscape, the spirits of the people who created, and who appreciate them.” As you walk among the boulders you can not help but feel the spirit of these people that they left behind on this land, these stones, these pieces of the earth.
Northern New Mexico Pueblo Warrior. The Northern Pueblos are the Jewels of New Mexico.
 A young dancer from the Powwow in the Palace of the Governors, Santa Fe… Many such celebrations run parallel to the famous Indian Market, where members of all tribes, as well as other local artisans display their crafts. One of a kind pottery, jewellery, etc. are sold at very high prices.
 The Zuni People have made their home in these lands for 60,000 years, and tell the tale of their people, this place, and the Earth itself through their music.
Colours of Life, New Mexico: Without the storm clouds we would not have the colours at sunset. And with out troubles in our life, we would not know the difference between a good day and a bad day. Therefore, look for the good within the storm and know that it will bring colour to your life.
Red Wine Sky:Thunderstorm as sun sets in Albuquerque.
Moon in Jet Trail
 Meadowlark
Pronghorn Antelope
San Miguel Mission, also known as San Miguel Chapel, is a Spanish colonial mission church in Santa Fe, New Mexico. It is claimed to be the oldest church in the United States. Built between approximately 1610 and 1626. The church was damaged during the Pueblo Revolt of 1680 but was rebuilt in 1710 following the Spanish reconquest and served for a time as a chapel for the Spanish soldiers. The wooden reredos, which includes a wooden statue of Saint Michael dating back to at least 1709, was added in 1798. Though the church has been repaired and rebuilt numerous times over the years, its original adobe walls are still largely intact despite having been hidden by later additions. The church is a contributing property in the Barrio De Analco Historic District, which is a U.S. National Historic Landmark.
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Albuquerque
 Restored neon sign at the El Don Motel along Route 66 in Albuquerque.
 Route 66 Diner, Albuquerque
The Biggest Show in New Mexico: State Fair held for 17 days in September at Expo New Mexico.
Virtual Tour:Â http://www.virtualalbuquerque.com/VirtualABQ/StateFair/
 The International UFO Museum and Research Center, Roswell.
Pueblo Pot Needlepoint Twinchy based on motifs and colors found in pueblo pottery of New Mexico.
New Mexico Pottery
Colours of the Rainbow: Santa Fe International Folk Art Market
Display of Southwest Indian Weavings, Santa Fe.
ADD/ADHD
“Gene tied to ADHD jams brain networksâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/gene_tied_to_adhd_jams_brain_networks.htm
“Daydreaming linked to ADHD geneâ€:
http://www.ivanhoe.com/channels/p_channelstory.cfm?storyid=25711
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“New research on developmental co-ordination disorderâ€:
http://www.bris.ac.uk/news/2010/7337.html
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“Sluggish cognitive tempoâ€:
http://www.buzzle.com/articles/sluggish-cognitive-tempo.html
“ADHD students in the classroomâ€:
http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/adhd-students-in-classroom/
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“Prescriptions: Beware the seductive strawberryâ€:
http://missionlocal.org/2010/11/prescriptions-beware-the-seductive-strawberry/
“Albany mom watches daughter with ADHD spiral into drug addictionâ€:
“ADD & ADHDâ€:
http://www.yourheartofillinois.com/2010/10/add-and-adhd.html
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“Ten tips to manage stress and help to manage ADHDâ€:
http://www.examiner.com/adhd-in-toronto/ten-tips-to-manage-stress-and-help-to-manage-adhd
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ADRES “Adverse Drug Reaction Electronic System(Adverse Drug Reactions Website)â€- This website provides patients, doctors, and other medical professionals with a comprehensive examination of adverse drug reactions (ADRs), side effects, and other safety information for both prescription and over-the-counter medications.. Our goal is to allow users of our website make informed decisions when taking (patients) or prescribing (doctors) drugs. We are providing unmatched information and analysis tools.
http://www.adverse-drug-reaction.net/
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“adders.orgâ€:
Our objective is to promote awareness to AD/HD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) and to provide information and as much free practical help as we can to those affected by the condition, both adults and children, their families in the UK and around the World via this website.
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“ADDISS†The National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service…
http://www.addiss.co.uk/index.html
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“ADDAâ€:
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“hi2u ADHD Pagesâ€:
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“CHADDâ€:
http://www.chadd.org/am/CustomPages/home/CHADD_Home.htm?CFID=2282059&CFTOKEN=38105335&jsessionid=f2303343221169802693562
SPORT
“Trek Mount Kilimanjaro – 8-19 Oct 2010/2-13 Feb 2011/13-24 July 2011â€:
http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=2200
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“Trek the Great Wall of China – 9-18 Oct 2010/8-16 October 2011â€:
http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=2356
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“Trek to Everest Base Camp – 5-21 November 2010/25 March – 10 April 2011/4-20 Nov 2011â€:
http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=2354
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“Trek to the Home of the Dalai Lama – 17-28 March 2011 and 15-26 Sept 2011â€:
http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=2602
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“Trek the Inca Trail – 14-23 May 2011â€:
http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=1863
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“Icelandic Lava Trek – 20-24 July 2011â€:
http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=2611
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“Sky Diving – All Year Round”:
http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=1726
MUSIC
*Archives “Autistic Musicians: 7 Year Old Gina Marie Incandela Launches Inspiring Musical Careerâ€(Video 02:12):
“Music4ASDâ€:
http://www.autism.org.uk/directory/resources/7923.aspx
“The AutisMusic Projectâ€:
ART
“Amanda LaMunyon – Impressionistic Artistâ€:
http://www.amandalamunyon.com/
GLIMPSE – the talents of the autism community
They are painters, sculptors and photographers; poets and storytellers; musicians and creators of amazing video games. They are kids, teens and adults. Last year, a new online publication arose to celebrate the talents of autistic individuals and other developmental disabilities: GLIMPSE, offered by ICDL (The Interdisciplinary Council of Developmental and Learning Disorders). In late 2008, Volume 2 of GLIMPSE was released, and was expanded into a print book and notecards. The works are serious, humourous, deeply personal and illuminating. See it for yourself, share it with others, submit your own/your child’s work for inclusion in Volume 3, to release later this year. Find information and ordering details at www.icdl.com
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“ARTROOM ………where under 17s can make and display art onlineâ€:
http://www.saatchi-gallery.co.uk/artroom/index.php
MOVIES/ENTERTAINMENT
“Night of Too Many Stars’ was all for autism: Red Carpet Slide Showâ€:
“Expressive Therapies grow community with OCU Children’s Theatreâ€:
“Actors for Autismâ€:
http://www.actorsforautism.com/
BOOKS
“RNIB celebrates 75 years of Talking Booksâ€:
http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/rnib_celebrates_75_years_of_talking_books.htm
“One Book for Greater Hartford 2010: “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Timeâ€:
“Eric Carle books are magic for autistic childrenâ€:
http://www.brownsvilleherald.com/articles/tyler-119387-animals-children.html
“Common SENse for the Inclusive Classroomâ€
How Teachers Can Maximise Existing Skills to Support Special Educational Needs
Richard Hanks
http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781849050579
“Creative Expression Activities For Teens: Exploring Identity through Art, Craft and Journalingâ€
Bonnie Thomas
http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781849058421
“Trainman: Gaining Acceptance … and Friends … Through Special Interestsâ€
Barbara Kavan
http://www.asperger.net/bookstore_9062.htm
Board Game “The Choices Game: Staying Safe in Social Situationsâ€
Christopher McMaster
http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781849051897
“Music for Special Kids: Musical Activities, Songs, Instruments and Resourcesâ€
Pamela Ott
http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781849058582
“The Social and Life Skills MeNu: A Skill Building Workbook for Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disordersâ€
Karra M. Barber
http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781849058612
“Drawing a Blank: Improving Comprehension for Readers on the Autism Spectrumâ€
Emily Iland, M.A.
http://www.asperger.net/bookstore_9056.htm
“Business for Aspies: 42 Best Practices for Using Asperger Syndrome Traits at Work Successfullyâ€
Ashley Stanford
http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781849058452
“Strategies at Hand: Quick and Handy Positive Behavior Support Strategiesâ€
Tracy Mueller, Ph.D. And Robin Brewer, Ed.D.
http://www.asperger.net/bookstore_9051.htm
“Apple iPhone and iTouch Appsâ€
http://www.asperger.net/bookstore_iphone_HC.htm
CINEMA
“Unstoppable†PG-13
Release Date: November 24, 2010.
Official Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JM-0Ywc7wNY
Synopsis: Unstoppable, a 20th Century Fox drama about a runaway train carrying a cargo of toxic chemicals. Pits an engineer and his conductor in a race against time. They’re chasing the runaway train in a separate locomotive and need to bring it under control before it derails on a curve and causes a toxic spill that will decimate a town.
Review: As fast, loud, and relentless as the train at the center of the story, Unstoppable is perfect popcorn entertainment — and director Tony Scott’s best movie in years.
http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/unstoppable-2010/
“Megamind†3D PG
Release Date: December 3, 2010.
Official Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Z3E2f9sGbM
Synopsis: Megamind is the most brilliant super-villain the world has ever known… and the least successful. Over the years, he has tried to conquer Metro City in every imaginable way. Each attempt has been a colossal failure, thanks to the caped superhero known as “Metro Man,” until the day Megamind actually defeats him in the throes of one of his botched evil plans. Suddenly, the fate of Metro City is threatened when a new villain arrives and chaos runs rampant, leaving everyone to wonder: Can the world’s biggest “mind” actually be the one to save the day?
Review: It regurgitates plot points from earlier animated efforts, and isn’t quite as funny as it should be, but a top-shelf voice cast and strong visuals help make Megamind a pleasant, if unspectacular, diversion.
http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/megamind/
VIDEO GAMES
“Super Mario All-Stars – 25th Anniversary Edition (Wii) 3+
Release Date: December 3, 2010.
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“Disney Epic Mickey (Wii) U
Release Date: November 26, 2010.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Disney-Epic-Mickey-Wii/dp/B003S3RLRG/ref=pd_nr_vg_h__7?ie=UTF8&s=videogames
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“Gran Turismo 5: Collector’s Edition†3+
Release Date: November 24, 2010.
“Spectacular new Star Wars game reviewedâ€:
http://uk.videogames.games.yahoo.com/blog/article/16402/star-wars-the-force-unleashed-ii.html
“Back to the Future: Meet the new Marty McFlyâ€:
“Another surprising hero from Sonic creator Yuji Nakaâ€:
“Motion-sensing games console showdownâ€:
http://uk.videogames.games.yahoo.com/blog/article/16529/motion-sensing-games-console-showdown.html
“Inside the race to hack the Kinectâ€:
http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn19762-inside-the-race-to-hack-the-kinect.html
“Top Ten Arcade Classicsâ€:
http://www.reghardware.com/2010/11/19/top_ten_arcade_classics/
TECH
“Is This The Most Realistic CGI You’ve Ever Seen?â€
Are the best computer animators only as good as the technology they use, or does natural talent distinguish their work from the rest? The question has been debated online this week after a new super-realistic computer-generated video appeared on YouTube.
http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn19765-is-this-the-most-realistic-cgi-youve-ever-seen.html
HEALTH
“Blind Mice Can See Where They Runâ€
A prosthetic device capable of deciphering the code that allows the brain to make sense of visual stimuli has allowed blind mice to see clearly. A human version could one day give back vision to the millions of people who have lost their sight through retinal degeneration.
http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn19744-blind-mice-can-see-where-they-run.html
Take Care,
Julie
New Mexico Sunset
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