My non-verbal son isn’t telling me funny tales from his day. Yet, I’ve seen them all grow up. They’re a part of his life and it makes them important to mine.
A single father shares how being shaped by his nonverbal son and teenage daughter reframed what strength, love, and success really mean.
Tag: non-verbal son
Don’t Pity Me For My Child With Autism
He’s succeeded at things I never dreamed possible – things that experts never dreamed possible. He’s not only persevered, he’s crushed it.
I Can’t Fail Him, But I Worry I Might
Nebulizer? Medicine? What? What does this kid need? Even if he could speak, I might not know.
Just Like Me, Just Like You
As I write it out though, it becomes more obvious that this isn’t an Autism story.
I’m Starting a Podcast
Hear the official preview of “Hi Pod! I’m Dad” – debuting October 25th!
We All Have His Back
My biggest fear was how I could protect my non-verbal son without being by his side constantly.
It Doesn’t Matter Why
Maybe one day, he’ll tell us what is holding him back from using his voice. Maybe he won’t.
The Truth About Taking My Son To Sesame Street
It was normal. It was natural. It was perfect. That’s the truth.
It’s His Favorite Song
When his face lights up, it lifts my spirits in ways I never thought possible.
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