Understanding Autism: Win a copy of “Miracles are Made” by Lynette Louise

ShareImportant reminder to our blog followers Canadian National Autism Foundation (CNAF) has created a new facebook page in order to make it easier for you to follow our blog and enter our contests. You really don’t want to miss out, because we have a huge line up of giveaways. Current Giveaways: Win Amazing CNAF Autism …

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New Winner: “Mommy, I Wish I Could Tell You What They Did To Me In School Today”

ShareCongrats to Cathy D!!!!!! A message has been sent and you have 48 hours to reply. Unfortunately our last winner did not reply in the 48 hours. Actually, I gave her a little extra time. Please be sure to check your emails for notifications. Please check out the other giveaways on the right hand toolbar, …

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Who are Picture Ontario & Win some CNAF Autism Swag {Rafflecopter}

SharePeople have been asking, who are Picture Ontario and what does it have to do with CNAF Autism?  Hubby (Bill) and myself are Picture Ontario. I think it’s more than fair to tell you a little more about ourselves.   I am a Registered Practical Nurse, and Bill is semi-retired.  Our daughter is 25 years old.  …

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Winner!!!..“Mommy, I Wish I Could Tell You What They Did To Me In School Today”

ShareWho won the autographed copy of “Mommy, I Wish I Could Tell You What They Did To Me In School Today” ? Post #78 Congratulations to Wendy B!!! You won the giveaway on our blog An email has been sent and you have 48 hours to reply. Don’t forget about our other giveaway, and more …

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Eat Chocolate & Lose Weight: Xoçai™ Chocolate Promo & Giveaway {Rafflecopter}

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Feb
18

Understanding Autism: Win a copy of “Miracles are Made” by Lynette Louise

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Important reminder to our blog followers

Canadian National Autism Foundation (CNAF) has created a new facebook page in order to make it easier for you to follow our blog and enter our contests. You really don’t want to miss out, because we have a huge line up of giveaways.

Current Giveaways:

Win Amazing CNAF Autism swag including CD by Victoria Boland
Win a sample pack of Xoçai™Chocolate donated by Life with Chocolate

Please “Like” the  CNAF on facebook

Now, for the fun part!!!

WIN!!!….

Miracles Are Made is a real-life guide written from the happenings of real life.   It is a How To on living with and healing autism.  Lynette Louise began life’s journey first as an individual, then as a mother, and eventually as a grandmother reaching into the heart of this disorder and helping first herself and then her children to become independent.  Lynette’s journey, challenging as it was, taught her many lessons on the very real possibilities and limitations buried within the diagnosis. In Miracles Are Made Lynette not only shares stories from her personal and professional life but also illuminates the whys and the wherefores of the social climate parents find themselves in when coping with autism.  She does this by educating us on the history of science and social awareness in relation to this disorder.  She then teaches us how to make the best of what is possible and recreate the healings she has been fortunate enough to facilitate.  You will come away understanding how to understand autism. You will come away knowing what to do.

About the Author

Lynette Louise, MS, NTC, BCIA-EEG, Board-certified in Neurofeedback; PhD in MOM Raised eight children, (six adopted, five disabled, four on the Autism spectrum).  Only one retains his label and remains dependent.  Born in Canada, Lynette moved to America in 1995.  An expert in Autism, she travels internationally performing on the subject, teaching children and their families, and speaking to professionals.

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Lynette has generously donated a  copy of her book to give away on our blog. From all of us at the  Canadian National Autism Foundation (CNAF), thank you Lynette!!! xo

If you can’t wait to win, you may order a copy here.

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Feb
13

New Winner: “Mommy, I Wish I Could Tell You What They Did To Me In School Today”

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Congrats to Cathy D!!!!!!

A message has been sent and you have 48 hours to reply.

Unfortunately our last winner did not reply in the 48 hours. Actually, I gave her a little extra time.

Please be sure to check your emails for notifications.

Please check out the other giveaways on the right hand toolbar, and there are more to come.

 

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Feb
12

Who are Picture Ontario & Win some CNAF Autism Swag {Rafflecopter}

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People have been asking, who are Picture Ontario and what does it have to do with CNAF Autism?  Hubby (Bill) and myself are Picture Ontario. I think it’s more than fair to tell you a little more about ourselves.   I am a Registered Practical Nurse, and Bill is semi-retired.  Our daughter is 25 years old.    No, we do not have a child diagnosed with Autism, but are familiar with disabilities and understand the need for the  awareness, and how difficult it is to be heard.  Not only the child has to be heard, but the parents.

We are true to the saying “A Picture is worth a thousand words” and this is why we are supporters and volunteers for the Canadian National Autism Foundation, assisting by blogging their giveaways and photographing their events.  Bill is an amazing photographer, and I,  his protégé, are honoured to be participating with the Foundation.

I plan to go into more depth about our mission statement on Picture Ontario, but in meantime it was more than fitting to briefly explain the connection.  This is why you see us on the contest entries.  Picture Ontario is another resource for spreading the word.  Hey, we have to be creative.

Bill & Debbie Watson at an CNAF Autism Fundraiser.

Well, that is enough about us!!

I’m here to tell you about another giveaway!!! We have some wonderful swag (illustrated below) that has been donated by the Canadian National Autism Foundation.

Open to Canada only. Ends March 7, 2012.

The swag includes the “Don’t Give Up On Me (Autism)” CD!!

On April 30, 2006 the new Autism Song “Don’t Give Up On Me (Autism)” was released by Victoria Boland for the Canadian National Autism Foundation.

“Don’t Give Up On Me (Autism)” is an original song that was recorded by Hamilton artist Victoria Boland and co-written with her mother; Viga Boland, specifically for the Canadian National Autism Foundation.  Listen to the sample clip.

Enter by using the Rafflecopter form below (please give it a moment to load).  There are daily entries, so increase your chances of winning by returning regularly.

This is a good time to mention that the Canadian National Autism Foundation has created a new facebook page making  it will be easier for you to follow the events and giveaways.
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Feb
10

Winner!!!..“Mommy, I Wish I Could Tell You What They Did To Me In School Today”

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Who won the autographed copy of “Mommy, I Wish I Could Tell You What They Did To Me In School Today” ?

Post #78

Congratulations to Wendy B!!!

You won the giveaway on our blog

An email has been sent and you have 48 hours to reply.

Don’t forget about our other giveaway, and more to come (very soon) .  Stick around and stay tuned to our blog.

Many, many heartfelt thanks to Richard Stripp Sr.  for donating this prize!!! xo

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Feb
01

Eat Chocolate & Lose Weight: Xoçai™ Chocolate Promo & Giveaway {Rafflecopter}

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Do you love chocolate?

Would you love it if you could indulge in Chocolate and still loose weight?

Are you concerned about your child’s weight?

If you are answering “Yes” , then I have a fantastic product for you.

Xoçai™ products contain all natural, unprocessed cold pressed chocolate. Being unprocessed, it holds 100% of its antioxidant and nutritional value. With Xoçai™. Healthy Chocolate products, you get ALL the antioxidant power of dark chocolate without the fat, preservatives, fillers and high sugar like you do in other chocolate.

Our delicious chocolate products have been created to provide maximum antioxidant benefits, while minimizing the negatives usually associated with chocolate, that is, too much fat and too much sugar. We also use low glycemic sweeteners in our products.

I personally have tried their product, and it is absolutely decadent. It is rich, smooth, and satisfying.  Of course, man cannot live by chocolate alone. Sensible diet and exercise should be part of any diet regimen, but you don’t have to deprive yourself of those sweet cravings.  If you are a person on the “Go”, then the meal replacements are perfect. Each can is packed with a Berry blend with a Cacao infusion, the energizes and once again, fulfills the chocolate craving.

I know what you are thinking…what is the difference between their chocolate and regular store bought chocolate?

Store-bought chocolate is typically high in refined (white) sugar, milk fats, and hydrogenated oils – ingredients that replace the truly healthful nutrients found in cocoa.

Most store-bought chocolate use a process method called “Dutching,” which adds alkali-potash to the cocoa before roasting. While this process makes processing cocoa less expensive, this alkalinization process removes most of the chocolate’s antioxidant benefits. Another process commonly used by store-bought brands is roasting; when chocolate is prepared above 100 degrees Fahrenheit, most of its antioxidant compounds are destroyed.

Until the end of February  2012,  Life with Chocolate is donating $25 on their first auto ship  to the Canadian National Autism Foundation.  In translation it means, $25 per box purchased going back! Or buy two boxes get one free on next order = $50 back to the foundation per person who signs up!

The free box promo runs until Feb 14, 2012

Promo is North American wide!!!!

More info by contacting

TEMPLE SWIFT & STEVEN DOHNT
LIFE WITH CHOCOLATE
World Wide
Phone: 519 759 6666
Cell: 1 877 66 XOÇAI
Fax: 519 751 UFAX (8329)

Now, I am going to sweeten the deal. Life with Chocolate has generously donated a sample pack of their product as a giveaway on the blog (as illustrated below)

Win this sample pack using the rafflecopter form below……. (please give it a few moments to load).

 

 

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Jan
29

Eat Chocolate & Lose Weight: Promotion

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Yes, you are reading that correctly. I have sampled this yummy product and it is a program I could easily stick with.

I am presently working on a giveaway for the blog where I will be giving away a sample pack of this amazing product.

Can’t wait for the contest!!  Order yours now or read all about it.

TEMPLE SWIFT & STEVEN DOHNT
LIFE WITH CHOCOLATE
World Wide
Phone: 519 759 6666
Cell: 1 877 66 XOÇAI
Fax: 519 751 UFAX (8329)

 

Until the end of February  2012,  Life with Chocolate is donating $25 on their first auto ship  to the Canadian National Autism Foundation.  In translation it means, $25 per box purchased going back! Or buy two boxes get one free on next order = $50 back to the foundation per person who signs up!

The free box promo runs until Feb 14, 2012

 

 

Promo is North American wide!!!!

Stayed tuned for the giveaway.

In the meantime we have another giveaway on the go.  Giveaway: Mommy, I Wish I Could Tell You What They Did To Me In School Today {Rafflecopter} Canada/USA

 

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Jan
27

Giveaway: Mommy, I Wish I Could Tell You What They Did To Me In School Today {Rafflecopter} Canada/USA

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“Mommy, I Wish I Could Tell You What They Did To Me In School Today” is a glimpse into the minds of 10 different children with varying disabilities through the eyes of one of their closest friends. The author has worked directly with these children and because most of them can’t speak for themselves, he has given us an idea of what they might possibly say.  All of the scenarios discussed in this book are based on actual events.  While some of it may be disturbing, the hope is that the reader will learn what can occur in an effort to make things better in the future.  This one-of-a-kind book is a must-read for anyone socially, emotionally, or professionally linked to any special needs person.

11/29/11  The book became available on amazon.com for their Kindle edition on Saturday, November 26, 2011. One day later, it was listed in the top 100 selling books in the category “Special Education”, it hit #6 !!!


Meet the Author: Richard Tripp Sr.

For his entire life, the man affectionately known as “Mr. Rick” has been selflessly giving his all to help others.  His empathy, understanding, and compassion have combined with his natural ability to make people smile to form the perfect mix of tools for him to use toward his goal of making this world a better place.  He has endured many hardships in his life, and while some might use them as a crutch, Mr. Rick has used them as motivation.  Over the last decade, Mr. Rick has turned his efforts toward helping children with disabilities.  After many years, he is now writing this emotional and educational book in an attempt to use his experiences as both a precautionary tale and a guideline for the future.  “Mommy, I Wish I Could Tell You What They Did To Me In School Today” has enabled Mr. Rick to become a voice for the voiceless.  He has already touched, changed, and helped so many lives; through this book, he hopes to continue to do so.

The majority of children who “speak” in this book are non-verbal.  Their words which you will read are fictitious and were never spoken by them but are based on actual events that occurred in their lives.  It is the author’s belief that if the non-verbal children in this book could speak, what you are about to read is what they might have said.

Any conversations between the author and anyone in the book are based on actual events and conversations.

On a fun note please watch this video.  You see a personal view of Richard Stripp Sr.

Purchase:  “Mommy, I Wish I Could Tell You What They Did To Me In School Today”

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Follow @MommyIWish on Twitter

Richard Stripp Sr. has generously donated an autographed copy to the Canadian National Autism Foundation for the purpose of a giveaway.

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Dec
03

We have winners!!!

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Congratulations to Jen Price for winning the CNAF Autism: “THE GREAT WHITE HOAX” Giveaway

Congratulations to Cathy and Crystal for winning Tattoo Event: CNAF Autism & Hart & Huntington join forces + Giveaway

Thank you for entering our giveaways and thanks to our sponsors.

Winners have been notified via email.

 

 

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Nov
09

Tattoo Event: CNAF Autism & Hart & Huntington join forces + Giveaway

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Picture Ontario had the privilege of attending a very special event at Hart and Huntington Tattoo Company Niagara.

Why was it special, you ask?

Hart & Huntington Tattoo Company,  and their tattoo artists,  generously donated their time, space and opened up their hearts to the Canadian National Autism Foundation. With a minimum of $25 donation, a person could have a puzzle piece tattoo. In three hours, they were able to raise almost $900 for the CNAF Autism. Awesome guys!!!

The Crew with Tina Fougere

Receiving the Certificate of Appreciation from CNAF Autism

 

I am also pleased to announce,  in honour of  World Autism Awareness Day, they are planning another event April 2, 2012. I will keep you posted with details as they become available.  One thing for sure, the date has been secured.

I found with this  event, everyone had their own reasons, or personal stories as to why they wanted a tattoo.  It was a statement, a pledge, or to honour someone close to them.

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One story, written by the twin sister of a young man diagnosed with Autism, that touched me the most.

She wrote:

Puzzle Piece Tattoo to honour a brother

“Autism, is a puzzle. ———————————————————————————– He is my most beloved friend and my bitterest rival, my confidant and my betrayer, my sustainer and my dependent, and scariest of all, my equal. Nathan Fougere, I love you with all my heart. This one’s for you buddy. 

You don’t have to go to their store for a tattoo you know.  Hart and Huntington Tattoo Company Niagara  has a large selection of T’s, hats, pierced jewelry. Thinking of Christmas, or any old time, you can purchase a highly recognized and quality item from their store.  I don’t think anyone would complain about receiving an item from their store.  A gift from them would be considered well thought out, and considerate (my honest opinion here).

Speaking of generosity, Hart and Huntington Tattoo Company Niagara just doesn’t know when to stop.

For the purposes of our blog, they have generously donated a T-shirt and a hat as a giveaway.

In addition, they have donated a T-shirt to Picture Ontario Blog as a  giveaway as well.

So you have two chances to win something really, really nice.

Giveaway time!!!

Win a Hart & Huntington hat, or a Hart & Hartington T-shirt (XL) (first name drawn gets first choice)

Mandatory entry

Answer the question. Would you get a tattoo to make a statement about something you feel strongly about? (1 entry)

Extra entries

Become an email subscriber and confirm your subscription (1 comment)

Follow via Google Friend Connect ( 1 comment and mention ID)

Follow CNAFAutism on twitter ( 1 comment and mention ID)

Follow @hnhniagara on twitter ( 1 comment and mention ID)

Share on facebook – button upper right hand side (1 comment)

“Like” Hart & Huntington on facebook (1 comment and post your first name and last initial so I can find you)

Give Hart & Huntington some facebook love and tell them CNAF Autism sent you (1 comment)

Daily Tweet  (1 comment and post the link)

#win Hart & Huntington hat/Tee @hnhniagara @CNAFAutism http://cnaf.net/blog/?p=1291  #Autism {US/Canada} ends Nov 28

Bonus!!

Enter the giveaway on Picture Ontario and you will have another entry (2 comments)

 

Giveaway ends November 28, 2011 and a winner will be drawn via random.org.

Open to US & Canada

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Nov
09

Congratulations: Winner Puzzle Piece Necklace

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Congratulations to Antha. She won the Puzzle Piece Necklace giveaway on our blog.

Selected by random.org

She said:

email subscriber lady_rosalba

I will be emailing you shortly and you will have 72 hours to respond.

Thank you to everyone that entered.

Current giveaway  CNAF Autism: “THE GREAT WHITE HOAX”

 

 

 

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