I was talking to a young mother in the grocery store recently, whom I knew. She also has a child on the autism spectrum. As I looked into her tired eyes, my heart went out to her. It was like seeing myself twenty- five years ago. Her child had had a rough night and morning, and it hadn't … [Read more...] about When Autism Has “The Best Day”
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The Kindness of Strangers
Something is fascinating about him. His eyes are icy blue. He has a kind and handsome face that is always looking back and forth. His hair is in dreads but matted into a giant mass which is a chestnut colour. Tanned skin that is leathery for his age is only seen on his face and hands. People stare … [Read more...] about The Kindness of Strangers
Rockin’ The T-shirt for Autism Awareness or Sharing the Humour of Autism
We all like to be champions for a good cause, right? You and me both want to be heroes for someone... anyone. April is Autism Awareness month. You may not have known that. If you scroll through your Facebook feeds you might see someone wearing a T-shirt with red, blue, and yellow puzzle pieces. … [Read more...] about Rockin’ The T-shirt for Autism Awareness or Sharing the Humour of Autism
Being Blessed With A Rainbow After The Storm: An Autism Mom’s Story
Have you ever been blessed with a rainbow after a storm? One day you're driving in your car through thunder, rain and lightning, maybe you were even a little scared. Then you come around a corner and see a ray of sunshine, and the most glorious rainbow has taken your breath away. I too have seen … [Read more...] about Being Blessed With A Rainbow After The Storm: An Autism Mom’s Story
Always Believe Something Wonderful Is About To Happen
Always believe something wonderful is about to happen! Is this the motto you live by? Well, it certainly hasn't been mine in the past. I wish I could say it had been. Recently I have become a believer in these words. I've been one of those people who was always waiting for the next bad thing to … [Read more...] about Always Believe Something Wonderful Is About To Happen
Dear Prime Minister Trudeau: A Letter From A Mother
Dear Prime Minister Trudeau, My name is Cindy, and I am the mother of a man who is locked up, even though he is not a criminal. I believe you have the key that might be able to set him free. Kyle has severe autism and is twenty-eight years old. Every door in our house has a lock preventing Kyle … [Read more...] about Dear Prime Minister Trudeau: A Letter From A Mother