Loving him “because he’s mine” is just one part of the much bigger equation and dismissive of a bigger point.
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
Tag: autism parenting
Sometimes He’s A Royal Pain
If this was really Medieval Times, the dragon would have been afraid to come near us.
I Shouldn’t Do Everything For My Special Needs Child, Even Though I Want To
Feeding him corn or peas by the spoonful myself is actually pretty easy. It would take all of five minutes. But, I shouldn’t.
My Non-Verbal Son With Autism Understands Consequences, But…
He knows when to strike and how I am the only person preventing him in that moment.
I Don’t Always Need To Have Teachable Autism Moments
Her bewildered face appeared smaller and smaller in my rear-view. This was not a teachable moment.
I Shouldn’t Write About My Internal Monologue
Everything is going to be OK. Then again, OK doesn’t mean anything.
My Baby Is Almost My Height
I guess I should probably mention that my baby is ten years old.
The Silent Worries Behind My Achievements As A Special Needs Parent
In those moments where it is just him and me, I’m more honest with myself than at any other points of my day.
How I Cut Down Meltdowns For My Child With Autism
These outbursts might still occur in his daily travels. I rarely see them anymore.
Using Words Is Overrated
My non-verbal son has taught be a form of communication that has come in handier than I ever dreamed.
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