In this episode I discuss navigating the elementary school years with a move to a new home, new activities, and new friends for both Anthony and I. Steps forward, steps back, but with a never ending mission to give Anthony everything he deserved! And how does one of Anthony’s all time favorite children’s books fit it? Well…you’ll have to listen lis…

In 1987 Emily Pearl Kingsley published a poem titled “Welcome to Holland”. In this written work Ms. Kingsley uses the metaphor of a trip to Holland to describe the feeling of discovering that your child has a disability. In this episode I finds myself in “Holland”. I “learn the language”, follow the “guide books”, and begin mapping out the path to …

Applied Behavior Analysis - ABA Theory and Programming was a new way of life for us. But, at this point in our story, there were highs AND lows. And A New Era begins for Anthony and Me!By Cris Spinner

Finally an official diagnosis, but not before exhaustive searching, different programming, and cracks in my personal life. But, a life changing discovery put us on a breakthrough path!By Cris Spinner

Suspecting something wasn't quite right in Anthony's development, the road to getting answers wasn't easy.By Cris Spinner

At age three, my son Anthony was diagnosed with Autism. Today he is a thirty year old young man. Find out how Autism affected our lives and how WE affected autism. This is the beginning of a series sharing our journey of A Thousand Miles.By Cris Spinner

Wish your parents had taught you things you observe others knowing? Did you ever wish that you knew things before now? Stop wishing! Start Parenting! Let's find out how to be your very own Mom or Dad.By Cris Spinner

Taken from the hit series on Netflix “Sweet Magnolias” the phrase Pour It Out is my favorite way to say I wanna connect with my friends…especially my gals! But have we as a society made connection difficult to access? Let’s talk about how not connected we are and why that is right here in the Wish House..but first go "pour out" your favorite bevera…

It’s a pet peeve of mine..drives me crazy and today we’re gonna talk about it! Is there something appealing about describing yourself as as badass! Do you really like that description.. I don’t .. let’s see if I can change your mind!By Cris Spinner

From the day we’re born we’re moving forward..and that’s just a fact! But don’t let it get ya down! How can we develop a “Life is LONG” mindset. Let me fill you in!By Cris Spinner

Chapter 3 (Part 2) Many think social media has a negative effect only on the young! While it does have an affect on young people I contend that it has an equally negative affect on all ages, in particular the Chapter Three-ers! Comparison is the thief of joy! Listen in as I pinpoint some hidden joy stealers and give some tips on how to stay happy!…

Jane Fonda calls it the Third Act - I call it Chapter Three. Many call it a simple reframing of the inevitable..that we are looking for a way to make ourselves feel relevant at an age where we’re not. Are you kidding me?? Listen in as I make my case. What’s inevitable is a new outlook!By Cris Spinner

Love, Loss, Autism, and Redemption. This episode is all about perspective as Cris shares her moving personal stories and teaches us life lessons Live From the Wish House!By Cris Spinner

Welcome to Live From the Wish House with Cris Spinner! In this premiere episode you’ll meet the inspiring Cris Spinner who shares her unique insights and tips on life and relationships with her own perspectives and “Cris-losophy”.By Cris Spinner