I never know what fatherhood surprises are lurking around the corner.
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: relationships
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.
I Will Survive Raising This Twelve-Year-Old
Some moments she’s my little princess. Other moments she’s the evil queen.
The High Price Of Not Spoiling Our Kids
I know that every cent spent is a minute earned burned, but she doesn’t.
It’s Hard To Not Embarrass My 12 Year Old
Why do I have to physically stop myself from bringing in a plate of pizza bagels and taking a seat in the circle?
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.
You Don’t Need A Role Model To Be A Role Model
It’s not about the people around you. It’s about the person within you.
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.
Three and Five Forever
Say their names and I see a snapshot from long ago. Their ages far exceed my my memories.
An Awkward Parenting Necessity
Ironically, it feels selfish…when it’s the most selfless thing you can do.
