I do not cease to be amazed by the brilliance and resilience demonstrated in so called (incorrectly) third world countries. Presently, the country of Ghana has an incredible group of mothers (some fathers) who knock on all doors to guarantee future educators have the opportunity to listen about autism andContinue Reading
By Yadira V. Calderon and S.A. I was too innocent or dumb to realize what happens on TV and the theater does not always happen in real life. Disney, Hollywood and social media have distorted my perception of real life. The princess marrying the prince after he rescues her andContinue Reading
Yes, cognition, learning, sharing, demonstrating knowledge acquired, remembering, writing about it, understanding her place in society, acknowledging likes and dislikes… and being funny! These are all a reality now. I, the parent, did not ask for this exercise. She started it by herself. She did not ask me what toContinue Reading
My daughter wants to travel. She wishes to discover the world. She says all the time, you went to China and you did not take me… not fair!! We have read posts about families raising children, teens and adults on the autism spectrum who have succeeded planning trips. Yes, evenContinue Reading
Thomais has autism. She can now speak – after a massive regression in Dec. 2010. As time passes, her prowess with language and body expressions is obvious and beyond enjoyable. At the same time, her message is clear, concise and beyond real. I HAVE AUTISM… ACCEPT ME! I HAVE AUTISM…Continue Reading
