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Autism – More than Just Awareness
April is Autism Awareness Month. Autism Speaks, an advocacy program, began back in 2005 and created Autism Awareness Month. Every April 2, this awareness program/campaign/whatever you want to call it kicks off with buildings worldwide lit in blue, people wearing blue, and just blue, blue, blue everywhere to “light it up blue.” This is…
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Blessings in Disguise – What Raising a Child with Autism Has Taught Me
“’Cause what if your blessings come through raindrops What if Your healing comes through tears What if a thousand sleepless nights are what it takes to know You’re near What if trials of this life are Your mercies in disguise” These words speak to me. They aren’t mine, but they are powerful. If you…
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Talking About My Experiences with Raising an Autistic Son