My children are my second chance to have a great childhood.
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
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I Fell Under A Train When I Was Eight Years Old
This story begins with me holding a grown-up’s hand.
The Year Santa Gave Me Coal For Christmas
This is not a metaphor. It really happened.
I’m Damaged In Some Of The Best Ways
You’re going to take hits. It’s how you view them and what you take from them that is important.
Bouncing Back From Hateful Words
Others may cut your down, but that doesn’t mean you can’t put yourself back together and grow. I did.
Raising Her To Be The Friend I Wasn’t
I may not have “gotten” it, but friends don’t need to “get” it. They just need to show you support. I hadn’t shown him support and it hurt to realize it.
Other People’s Kids
I want her to be a good person, not just to me, but to everyone.
Raising Better Parents
The world outside may be cruel, but behind our front door, there’s no fear, judgment, or shame. There’s unconditional love.
The Ghosts of Our Broken Washers
I’ve had a lot of broken washing machines in my life. Only one was literal and the rest were all figurative.
Sad For No Reason
We’re not supposed to talk about these moments. We’re supposed to pretend they don’t happen and hide them behind our shiny social media accounts.
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