With Autism, I Don’t Wanna Hold Your Hand
Yes, I am hearing the Beatles tune in my head, “I Wanna Hold Your Hand.” This is what popped into my head while my daughter and I were at the [continue reading…]
Social Skills
Autism yes, but I have learned talking scripts – WCCO interview
WCCO-TV folks were here last week interviewing me for a story about Cozy Calm and my weighted blankets, which ended up turning to autism also. I have learned how [continue reading…]
Parallel Play and Autism–at my Age?
The kids in this photo are doing parallel play, which is a normal stage of development starting at two or three years old. As they get older, they will be [continue reading…]
I have missed you. With Autism, I don’t say much, but I’m glad you’re listening.
I am so glad to talk with you again. Writing to you is a source of inspiration. And, I don’t know what works for you, but for me, writing to [continue reading…]
Looking in as an Outsider with Autism
At Granny’s I spent a lot of time just wandering off being myself and being confused as to why people were doing as they did–like talking so much about the [continue reading…]
Autism and Asperger’s and Hearing What You are Saying: Tips for Teachers, Bosses, Parents and Spouses
“When you hear a sound, your brain responds. When the child with autism hears a sound, their brain responds too, but a little bit later. What we’re seeing is a…split-second [continue reading…]