Why do I have to physically stop myself from bringing in a plate of pizza bagels and taking a seat in the circle?
I'm James Guttman, father of two children. One non-verbal with autism and one non stop verbal with attitude. New Posts: Every Monday and Wednesday
Category: Parenting
My Unspoken Bond With My Non-Verbal Son
Most people will go their entire lives and never have what he and I have. Most people would never even understand it.
He’s Lucky He’s So Cute
It’s not even five in the morning. Let the games begin.
Little Goodbyes Are A Big Deal
In this house, you say goodbye when you leave.
You Don’t Need A Role Model To Be A Role Model
It’s not about the people around you. It’s about the person within you.
What If He Can’t Wear A Mask?
My non-verbal son with autism has always been fiercely anti-mask…although not for a political reason.
Isn’t Raising A Special Needs Child Hard?
Then again, it’s hard being a parent at all. Actually it’s hard just being alive sometimes.
Sending My Special Needs Child Back To School After Lockdown
Distance learning wasn’t made for children like my boy and, even when he was on task, he wasn’t actually taking in new information.
Brawling With My Children
This kid is made of steel. He’s like a Batman villain.
Three and Five Forever
Say their names and I see a snapshot from long ago. Their ages far exceed my my memories.
