Chronicles of Noah

What is Noah Really Thinking?

What is Noah Really Thinking?

What is Noah Really Thinking?Shane Wiglesworth
Published on: 08/04/2026

Shane shares a humorous yet thought-provoking story that reminds us just how much Noah notices. It is a reflection on the mystery of understanding a minimally verbal child and an invitation to share your own experiences.

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Stimming Part 3: Looking Back with Different Eyes

Stimming Part 3: Looking Back with Different Eyes

Stimming Part 3: Looking Back with Different EyesMiriam Wiglesworth
Published on: 07/16/2026

Understanding stimming changed the way I see Noah's behavior. In the final part of this series, I share what I wish I had known years ago and why understanding behavior is often more important than trying to stop it.

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When Sensory Toys Go Wrong

When Sensory Toys Go Wrong

When Sensory Toys Go WrongMiriam Wiglesworth
Published on: 06/09/2026

Amazon gave it five stars. Noah gave it one word: Gross.

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Communion Interrupted: Noah Had Other Plans

Communion Interrupted: Noah Had Other Plans

Communion Interrupted: Noah Had Other PlansMiriam Wiglesworth
Published on: 04/25/2026

One peaceful Mass, one determined boy, and one very public sprint toward his grandfather during Communion. Just another Sunday with Noah.

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We Tried Everything to Keep Noah Safe. Here Is What Actually WorkedNew Blog Post

We Tried Everything to Keep Noah Safe. Here Is What Actually WorkedNew Blog Post

We Tried Everything to Keep Noah Safe. Here Is What Actually WorkedNew Blog PostMiriam Wiglesworth
Published on: 04/10/2026

Keeping Noah safe has been a journey of trial, error, and a lot of prayer. From locks to trackers to a fifteen thousand dollar service dog, here is what worked, what did not, and what might help your family.

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Lockdown: When Your Teen Treats the Kitchen Like an All You Can Eat Buffet

Lockdown: When Your Teen Treats the Kitchen Like an All You Can Eat Buffet

Lockdown: When Your Teen Treats the Kitchen Like an All You Can Eat BuffetMiriam Wiglesworth
Published on: 04/08/2026

A quick look at how our kitchen turned into a locked down operation thanks to Noah and his impressive lack of an off switch when it comes to food. Equal parts funny and exhausting.

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