Grandma Bear’s Observations on Autism
Surprises on the journey that is life with a grandson on the Autism Spectrum
A to Zs of Autism: A journey through Grandma Bear’s eyes
And what I wish they knew about Autism
Stimming is what most people picture when they think autism. Flapping hands, rocking motions, spinning, repeating certain words…
When I was young, my parents tested me for autism. Why? I was a quirky kid. I preferred being alone to being with other children…
It’s a fact. We all start life as children, and we all — eventually — grow up. That’s life. As a parent, the hardest part…
I started to write that L is for Love but that’s a given. We all love our children — neurotypical, autistic, anywhere in between…
At three months, J cooed and smiled — great big ear-to-ear gummy grins with sparkling eyes. He discovered his fingers and toes…
Goals are an important part of life. For people on the spectrum, goals are more than just important. They are vital.
