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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
The Silly Moments Are Most Important
You don’t need to spend money to make them happen. You don’t even have to leave your house.
Special Needs Aren’t A Competition
I don’t know what anyone’s life is truly like when they close the door at night. Neither do you.
Everything Matters
Whether someone can respond in the traditional sense or not, it doesn’t affect the vital role that the people who love them play in their lives.
A Love Unlike Any Other
I know many people don’t see this side of him and, to be honest, that makes it all the more special.
Times That Call For Tough Parenting
If you don’t have at least a few moments in life where your kid really dislikes you, then you’re dropping the ball.
Talking To Kids About Autism
I pulled all the walls down and spoke to them as plainly as possible. I wasn’t hiding anything about who he is.
My Child’s Special Education and Me
Whether your child is entering school this year or has been there for years, your role in their advancement can’t be overstated.
Back To School and Inner Conflict
As strange as it may seem to someone who isn’t in a similar situation, my house didn’t feel “alive” anymore.
The View From His World
To the world, his inability to communicate with them is the issue. But to him, the world’s inability to understand what he’s trying to communicate is the real issue.
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