When my son was very young and newly diagnosed with Autism, everyone was sure he would be “just fine”.
A single father shares how being shaped by his nonverbal son and teenage daughter reframed what strength, love, and success really mean — Featured in HuffPost, Autism Speaks, Yahoo, The Mighty, Autism Parenting Magazine, and Jubilee.
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My Kid Loves This Awful Snow
I knew she had her hooks deep into this snow day and wanted nothing more than to jump into the yard like a drunk elf on a trampoline.
How I Used To See Autism
My concern, as insane as it was, was that maybe by accepting it, I was pushing him towards a future that wasn’t his. I was convinced of it.
Autism To Me, Autism To You
It’s an individual situation that sees individual advancements for individuals who have it. There are no generalities.
Creating Gifts That Matter Most
Long after other toys, clothes, and jewelry fade into flea market fodder, they’ll still be the presents that remain in places of prominence.
Trusting The World With My Son
Even the least cynical person on the planet would have a tough time with this situation.
Five Years Ago
I’ve made a lot of changes since that day in 2012 but it didn’t happen overnight…
Believe In Santa
When you stop believing, Santa stops coming, right?
Balancing Autism and Discipline
It’s part of parenting and doesn’t stop because my child has Autism.
Finding Family
Once you let go of the notion that only certain people in certain spots in your life can be designated as family members, the world feels more inclusive than ever before.
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