I knew nothing about autism and nothing about being non-verbal. Hell, I knew nothing about having a son.
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: communication
Working To Form This Bond With My Non-Verbal Son
If there was any chance that we could have the relationship that I envisioned rather than the one I feared, I was going to do everything in my power to make it happen.
My Unspoken Bond With My Non-Verbal Son
Most people will go their entire lives and never have what he and I have. Most people would never even understand it.
Isn’t Raising A Special Needs Child Hard?
Then again, it’s hard being a parent at all. Actually it’s hard just being alive sometimes.
Don’t Let Them Make You Angry
This wasn’t a debate or disagreement. This was performance art.
A Note To The Rude, Bitter, and Broken
Some of the most beautiful human beings I have ever met have told me horror stories about interactions with some of the vilest individuals out there.
If I Had An Autism Magic Wand…
I often say that the world should try to be a little more like my son. We’d all be better for it.
Please, Kid, Stop Eating
This is the kid who I was afraid would never be able to express his wants and needs.
No Offense For Autism Awareness
As long as it comes from a place of learning, rather than cruelty, I will answer anything.
Mutual Awareness, Mutual Acceptance
We are so busy telling everyone that we’re aware and accepting of people with autism, we don’t stop to appreciate when they are aware and accepting of us.
