It’s not about the people around you. It’s about the person within you.
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
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.
Don’t Let Them Make You Angry
This wasn’t a debate or disagreement. This was performance art.
Her Seriously Ridiculous Dad
Being a zany dad during lighter times makes me approachable during those heavier ones.
A Note To The Rude, Bitter, and Broken
Some of the most beautiful human beings I have ever met have told me horror stories about interactions with some of the vilest individuals out there.
Letting Her Have Her Own Dreams
She has passions and goals of her own. Some of them, I completely relate to. Others are more of a surprise.
Two Feet Of Memories
It was one of the best and most timely things I ever gave her.
Eleven Going On Terrifying
To quote Out For Justice, maybe it’s mood swings, maybe it’s hormones, maybe it’s the need to impose her will. Whatever it is, this little princess is turning three shades of raging.
