Continue reading »]]> Ok this little post was in response to a question on a facebook group i belong too, and to give this topic some justice ( and some screenshots ) i thought it better to do it on Le-Blog.

Many now have an iPad and possibly bought the pages app with the “guidance” of the apple sales dude, Whilst pages is a great app ( i love any thing apple tech related! ) it is “quirky” at best when opening non .pages files.

To upload a word document from a computer you will need to use your iCloud account , or dropbox / sugarsync ( this is a little more detailed to use and will explain later! ) , Log into www.icloud.com and click iWork , then click the pages button , then click the little “cog” to right and select the file you want to upload , and upload it!

Then on your iPad , start up pages and get to your Documents area , you will magically see the document there, Now with word documents you “may” see the below :-

This means if you do open it, it will be turned into a .pages file, which means if you want to use it again via Word on a computer you will have to “share” the document from pages as an email selecting send it as a word file , The same does apply if you use DropBox or SugarSync!

Now Dropbox / SugarSync , Both these services are free ( dropbox 1GB free / Sugarsync 5GB free storage ) create an account with one of these , install the software on your computer and download the free app on your iPad.

Simple drop the document into the default Shared Document folder ( or make your own custom folders within the dropbox / sugarsync system ) , On the iPad start up the dropbox / sugarsync app ( login for the first time ) locate the file.

Here are the screenshots of a Word Doc being opened in Pages ( or could be any other word app, as you can see ive Quick Office there too! )

More info on the QuickOffice Pro for i pad is here ( http://www.quickoffice.com/quickoffice_pro_hd_ipad/ ) i personally like it VERY much as i can use dropbox / sugarsync etc all natively in the app, rather than having to sent it to Pages , and then wait for Pages to “import / convert ”

Hope this helps!!

Continue reading »]]> Finally after a very long time it is now official , Ive been struggling with what i knew as autistic traits ( made even stronger with the kids getting their diagnostics ) , But now after some very grulling sessions in Exeter with the Devon Autism Team ive been told that i am Aspergers ( which really i knew, just wanted it to be official and on paper ).

But, this now has opened the door to getting help, and possibly being able to help myself more, rather than poor hilary doing all the work or picking up the pieces that no one else sees ( as i had been so totally hiding all this from others … otherthan my own small little family )

Already im on a new, pilot scheme , its called brain-in-hand ( http://www.braininhand.co.uk ) and involves an HTC phone running some bespoke software, that i think is going to help heaps!

Some screenshot are :-

Continue reading »]]> Finally had the eye exam thats gonna help with my Dyslexia(Gotta love google spell check!) looks like im heading for a pair of John Lennon rose tinted glases , So me and Bekka’s are going to be twins on that note!

Still if it helps keeping the migraines down to a minimum im all for it

Continue reading »]]> *sighs!!!!* ….. sometimes i wish my Aspergers ( and my Kids AS ) was “visible” or “detectable” to certain people …. people really do not understand that sudden changes are HUGLY stressful , what makes me even cross is comments like ” you cant have any problems, you can walk?!?!? ” ….. Meh dont know if im cross / sad or am going to melt down … * RAWRS!!!!!*

Continue reading »]]> Always good to have a positive post too xD
Also taken from ( www.autism-island.com )

How can I help?
That must be really difficult.
I think she is beautiful.
How can I help stop bullying?
Please don’t feel embarrassed, we completely understand.
I know you are working around her routine, special diet, sensory needs, therapy, etc.  so what works for you?
You’re a great parent.
Have I ever hurt your feelings talking about autism?  I’m sorry.  Please help me understand.
“Hi _________ (child’s name) how are you?” – Talk to the person with autism, not around them.
No need to apologize, I understand.
Can I help you with your other kids while you help your son? 
Can you teach me some ways to work with her?
Wow, I can see why that might be a small thing for an atypical kid, but for your son that is huge.  Congrats!
I admire how much work you’ve done with him.
Follow your mother’s intuition.
Can I join your Autism Speaks walk team?
He is so smart.
You know your child better than anyone, including: doctors, therapist, teachers, aides, etc.
What’s the best way for my child to play with yours?  I’m sure they will be great friends once they get to know each other.
How should I explain autism to my kids?
Let me be a shoulder to cry on.  You’re a good mom, especially on your hardest days!
Don’t say anything.  Sometimes a hug is all we need.
How can I help your daughter feel more comfortable?
She is uniquely wonderful!
I understand parenting a child with autism can be completely different from parenting an atypical child.
She has made so much progress.
His IEP is really working.  I’m glad I’ve been sticking to it.
I know it is hard for you to find a sitter, so how about we come over to your house after bedtime for some adult time.
I don’t care if your kid turns the lights on and off a billion times, is obsessed with our washing machine, or ________ (insert random behavior here), he is welcome here any day.
Who cares if she has a pacifier/blanket/stuffed animal/etc.  It makes her feel more comfortable.  That’s all that matters.
Hey, I think clothes are annoying too.
We know he is a good boy, this is an overwhelming situation.
Let’s get your son a buddy/aide so he can participate too.
“Normal” is over rated.
I’m glad your family goes out in public!  You need to live your life to the fullest too.
Tell me about autism.
Does your son have any diet restrictions?
What therapy and treatments have worked for your son?
I was thinking of you.  I don’t know much about autism and all you go through, but I know a good diet coke (or glass of wine) helps! – Here, enjoy!
How well does the school accommodate your daughter?
It’s not your fault.
I think __________ (insert child’s obsession here) is pretty cool too.
Do you need a babysitter?  Because I’d love to help.
Let me hold that/watch them for you while you run after him.
I know that every child with autism is different, tell me about yours.
I’ve heard kids with autism are the hardest to potty train.
What should I do to prepare for your visit?  Is there anything I should put away or details I should know?
I know you just want someone to talk to.  So I will listen without trying to solve your problems. 
Really?  Insurance companies don’t cover autism?  I’m going to write my legislator tonight to change that!
I want to talk to you about autism and I want to make sure I’m sensitive to your feelings.  If I say anything that upsets you please let me know so I can understand your perspective.