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Parenting, Autism, and The Difference Compassion Makes
“An Uncommon Compassion” is the title of a chapter in my most recent book, A Mommy, A Daddy, Two Sisters, and a Jimmy: Autism and the Difference It Makes. While discussing our family dynamics, I cite a quote from my … Continue reading
Extreme Snippets Don’t Do Autism Justice
Recently I read a blog by Mandy Farmer, a parent of a young boy with autism. In it, she takes issue with story upon story that merely describes autism as a blessing or a gift. That is, it gives us … Continue reading
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Should We Celebrate Autism Awareness?
April is Autism Awareness Month. Celebrating Autism Awareness Month would seem to be a slam-dunk. That is, who could object to something like this? And yet, there seems to be a difference of opinion. Should we celebrate autism awareness, given … Continue reading