He used the back of his hand to nudge the iPad back to me. It was his way of saying, “Get out here with that garbage.”
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: doing for your children
Purposely Boring My Children
I want to be the fun dad, but I also want to be a good dad. It’s a delicate balance sometimes.
The Wonderful Achievements Of Other Children
That guilt was because I was still learning the difference between hoping and needing. I was hoping my son would speak. As I’ve come to realize though, I didn’t need it.
Sometimes When He Whines
Sensory issues or stimulation have nothing to do with it. This was my kid wanting what he wanted and whining until he got it.
My Day, Our Way
I never had Father’s Days like the ones I’ve made since becoming a father myself.
PECS, AAC, and The Ways We Communicate
My son may have never said a word to me, but we have spoken in so many more ways than that.
I Have Two Kids
She is equal to her brother and, in my eyes, just as important.
Happily Sliding Down The Stairs
Those who treat him like he’s capable of anything will get the best him he can be.
How They See Him
For some, my son’s Autism brings up feelings about themselves, not about him.
Pouring My Cup Into His
It doesn’t matter how thirsty I am or how recently I got it. My water is his water.
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