I knew what was coming. I think you do too. Her goodbye that day would be her final one.
A single father shares how being shaped by his nonverbal son and teenage daughter reframed what strength, love, and success really mean.
Tag: autism support
These Ten Years
Some loved ones are gone because they’re in a better place now. Others are gone because I am.
How To Say My Son With Autism Is Making Great Progress
If he suddenly stops tomorrow and begins sliding down the chute rather than climbing the ladder, I will still be proud to be his dad.
It’s Alright. It’s O.K.
Sure, there were times that I was wrong. It wasn’t every time, though.
This Is Why I Told That Story
If you’re busy yelling and screaming about the mistakes you make today, you lose the focus to erase them from the person you are tomorrow.
This Is His Village
My non-verbal son isn’t telling me funny tales from his day. Yet, I’ve seen them all grow up. They’re a part of his life and it makes them important to mine.
Chill, Little Man, Chill
There’s always a pressing issue that needs his attention in another room.
Don’t Pity Me For My Child With Autism
He’s succeeded at things I never dreamed possible – things that experts never dreamed possible. He’s not only persevered, he’s crushed it.
Judged, But Still Standing
Even if I convince them of the truth today, they’ll just believe another lie tomorrow.
I Can’t Fail Him, But I Worry I Might
Nebulizer? Medicine? What? What does this kid need? Even if he could speak, I might not know.
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