As long as it comes from a place of learning, rather than cruelty, I will answer anything.
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
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.
We’re Going To Miss These Chaos Days
Once again, I learn about the world through his eyes in ways I never would have noticed on my own.
The Social Distance Of An Autism Parent
Some friends have understood. Others haven’t. To be completely honest, sometimes I didn’t either.
A Perfect Non-Verbal Birthday
His personality isn’t about what he might or might not do. It’s about who he is and he’s great.
For Those Who Judge My Child’s Autism From Afar
Their “expertise”, or lack thereof, isn’t limited to autism and the families affected by it. They will also judge anything else they don’t know.
It’s OK That I Worried About My Son’s Autism
As they poke, prod, and check the charts, the doctors always remind you that you have “nothing to worry about.”
Sitting By His Side
This moment meant more to me than these words can even explain because it was a moment that, at one time, I didn’t think would ever be possible.
Let Them Look
On this day, in this room, for this concert, my main goal was to make sure we stayed until the finish.
It’s Not About Me
I may have helped, but his successes were about him doing it, not me teaching him.
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