Tag: autism awareness

The Musical Communication of Autism

Autism or not, sing to your kids. Even if you, like me, never sing for anyone else, do it for them.

The negatives that are always so bright in our faces can usually overpower the positives that they create.

He smiles big and I can see that he knows it’s special. He knows it’s for him.

In a world where everyone is striving to fit in, any small difference for your kid can be concerning.

These seemingly “ruined” photos used to cause me grief. Now, I see them for what they truly are…

I tried not to view this proud moment as an opportunity for a future let down due to misplaced expectations.

They don’t make bumper stickers that say, “My Child Didn’t Break My Daughter’s Barbie House Today”

It”s rare that I leave an interaction with him without smiling a little bit more than when I went in.

My concern, as insane as it was, was that maybe by accepting it, I was pushing him towards a future that wasn’t his. I was convinced of it.

Even the least cynical person on the planet would have a tough time with this situation.