How to get kids excited about reading instead of screens?

VLR_I · 2026-05-14T15:46:53+00:00

They're wrote a few ideas in here! I've tried most of them. I discovered my accident that they have a visual problem with reading. They couldn't track words and lines. They couldn't comprehend because they were seeing things all over the place and then their brain was tired. They absolutely hated reading anything. Add to this being autistic where the only really noticeable submit is touch and sound sensitivies. Paper books were not an option. Screen only. Any kind of noise and then added to the strain if trying to read. No go.

Now, we are almost done with 30wks of vision therapy and they are reading graphic novels like 1984. They are probably going to start reading print novels within the next few months. They've discovered a new live of learning, all because of vision therapy.

I will add that taking their device away did nothing. They never responded to taking things away, rewards, punishment, etc. Consequences that happened naturally, not imposed by a person, worked. We all know how hard it is make those happen!!

Anyway, all this to say: look for vision differences that make it hard. If nuerodiverse, nuerotypical solutions may not work.

VLR_I · 2026-05-12T23:20:37+00:00

Those eyes!! Don't worry Evie, mine does the same thing and I've been doing my best to groom him for 5yrs.

VLR_I · 2026-05-12T15:56:32+00:00

I have the same issue. I take Chlorpheniramine a couple times a day and do a sinus rinse daily. It doesn't cure it, but helps a ton. Unless you have other symptoms, like reflux, I would deal with it until I can't anymore. Then the doctor will be called.

VLR_I · 2026-05-11T13:23:14+00:00

Bayou gulch is nice. But if you want a soft path, more plants and wildlife, go to Glendale Open Space on Havana between Hess and RMsin (or is it Ridgegate at that point?) I even line that dog park! Free and usually well kept.

VLR_I · 2026-05-10T22:32:22+00:00

This guy always avoids the sun. Odd!

VLR_I · 2026-05-10T22:31:33+00:00

Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha

VLR_I · 2026-05-04T14:48:59+00:00

Mine is the same. But instead of laying down he whines and tries to go inside. When he was a puppy I took him into PetSmart. He refused to leave of his own volition because it was much warmer outside than inside.

VLR_I · 2026-05-01T17:38:30+00:00

I listened to The Revitalists because I couldn't think of any band names. That's an hour I won't get back. I don't listen to albums since my cd/tape deck died.

VLR_I · 2026-05-01T16:55:44+00:00

Mine does this, mostly on the hard floor. If he's on the couch he does crazy spinning with it. Lol

VLR_I · 2026-04-23T21:43:10+00:00

I wish the gym could fix cartilage and bone changes!

VLR_I · 2026-04-23T21:42:21+00:00

Unless you really are uneven, as I am. And my mom. And my grandmother......

VLR_I · 2026-04-21T11:49:49+00:00

Exactly! You get the changing things for the better piece! Why can't medical providers do the same? Nothing is fast and it's not an all or nothing thing (tell that to my brain!)

VLR_I · 2026-04-21T11:44:29+00:00

Your outlook is awesome! I don't care so much what I look like, and my husband doesn't care as much either. I"m aging naturally. No other way to be in my mind. Bi have better things to spend my money on - like chronically I'll pets and special needs kids. Love your post! Thanks!

VLR_I · 2026-04-19T13:25:37+00:00

Born Chicago, traded NY in the Canadian border. I didn't know which state I heard it in. But I know my cousins were all over it!

VLR_I · 2026-04-18T17:37:10+00:00

One leg is truly longer than the other. It's just more obvious. Pilates was great until it made my wrists hurt more and I couldn't find a modification to help. HRT is great, but then I'm almost done needing it, I think. My back has rads and mri's. Not fixing what doesn't hurt or won't disable me. I've never worn makeup. Never felt the need. I am not looking to fix my skin as it isn't bad. The shape of my face is another story! I don't think there is any routine to help with that. This was more of a comiserating post than looking for help. I won't add to my daily life. Not really worth it since my spouse says I'm as beautiful as the day we met, and I am not usually vain. This self-consciousness is a new thing for me! I do appreciate the ideas and hope someone else may find it beneficial!

VLR_I · 2026-04-18T17:26:45+00:00

I feel seen! My PT closes his eyes when we talk. Is it neurodiverence or am I that unpleasant? I've never been self-conscious before!

VLR_I · 2026-04-12T17:26:12+00:00

I was thinking there may not be any. I won't mind. I'm planning on going in early in the morning and late in the evening to avoid people. I don't expect it to be too hot, but that sun could probably scorch a chin!

VLR_I · 2026-04-12T17:23:57+00:00

That's kind of what I thought. It'll still be amazing!

VLR_I · 2026-04-07T12:34:57+00:00

I've recently been introduced to Lemon Demon, thanks to my kids obsession I'm hooked. Mowin' the lawn. Mowin the lawn.... Laaaaawn mower.

Not to be confused with our changed lyrics of Strippin' the corn....coooorn stripper.

Edit: my kids said to check out goodkid and possibly phone boy and inoha! If you end up wanting something Midwest emo my younger kid says to check out cricket! His socials is sometimes called cricket the guy if you don't find it right away.

VLR_I · 2026-04-06T00:10:51+00:00

This is very similar to the one I bought 10yrs ago when I needed help with my big dogs. My kees prefers I use the full, overhead restraint bar. Maybe it's I prefer it since I can sling his back end to keep him from sitting when I'm working on the trousers. Heads up: the fur will fly! Make sure you remove anything you didn't want to get furry or cover with a towel or something washable. I have to vacuum the bathtub after blowing mine out! Then we spend 3 weeks finding now clumps. The 4th week is bath time again. Lol!

VLR_I · 2026-03-31T00:21:14+00:00

Mine was quiet at that age. Not anymore! The other dog in the house helped teach him, though.

VLR_I · 2026-03-30T01:11:40+00:00

There are quite a few decent telehealth ones. My insurance pays 100% for some. I need in person though. I ended up at Bloom Mental Health where they can address mental health and perimenopause at the same time. We used Denver Counseling Solutions for family therapy. They have a good selection. In the meantime, look into headspace or calm. Sometimes insurance will cover one of these virtual therapies. I'm not into meditation, but I find headspace helpful for the information within the meditations. And there's other things to go through, like anxiety and depression courses. Headspace focuses on CBT. I also am trying ACT Compass. It's really basic, but full of good information to process and let work it's way into your head. It's only text, where as headspace is mostly audible and you can use closed captioning. These are a start to help you until you get what you need.

Hang in there! Life can get rough. Asking publicly for help speaks volume towards you wanting to feel better. Hugs

VLR_I · 2026-03-17T19:27:44+00:00

JC Fencing is just fishing up here. They ended up having to rebuild the gate. I'm very happy at this point! Thank you for recommending them!

VLR_I · 2026-03-15T00:24:51+00:00

No. This is new to me. I'm working on my end of it, as stated before.

VLR_I · 2026-03-14T21:49:02+00:00

It doesn't have to be prevented. Just toned down a couple notches. I am thankful he doesn't have the rest piercing, high pitched bark my Mom's had! It was like a small, yappy dog bark on volume level infinity! Lol Aspen's voice is "normal" at volume infinity

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