This 2016 post was the first time I had written about my son’s autism.
A single father shares how being shaped by his nonverbal son and teenage daughter reframed what strength, love, and success really mean.
Tag: autism
JG’s Quintuple Bypass Insanity
Originally published December 20, 2012, days after my life changed forever.
Shocking Things People Say To Special Needs Parents
Just because someone is verbal, doesn’t mean they should speak.
How My Child With Autism Stopped Hating Haircuts
It wasn’t me, as much as I want to pretend it is.
Moments That Make A Special Needs Parent Question Everything
I’m his father. I view him through the rosiest glasses of all.
Can’t Hurt Them, Can’t Hurt Me
Words only have power if you let them. When they were pointed at me, I let them.
Yes, My Child With Autism Has A Sense Of Humor
My boy is happy. He expresses it every day.
When My Child With Autism Has Trouble Transitioning
The moment we stepped outside, he lost it.
Sometimes His Sister Knows Best
My special needs son has a sister whose point of view helps him grow in all the right ways.
Planning An Autism Inclusive Christmas
This year, it’s Christmas for everyone.
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