A to Z’s of Autism: Through Grandma’s Eyes

U is for Unhappy

Several recent events in the national news really have my back up. Prowling and growling, Grandma Bear is not happy at all, and…

E is for Early Intervention, Excitement, … and yes, Elephants

K is for Kids

K is for kids… and kids are mean. Everyone says so. Kids are bullies that swoop down on those that are different like predators on…

F is for Friends

For a person with autism, forming and keeping friendships can be tricky. They may not know how to start a conversation. Body…

O is for Opportunities

When you first hear the diagnosis of Austism Spectrum Disorder, your mind immediately jumps to all the obstacles and…

T is for Teachers

And what I wish they knew about Autism

S is for Stimming

Stimming is what most people picture when they think autism. Flapping hands, rocking motions, spinning, repeating certain words…

J is for Journey

At three months, J cooed and smiled — great big ear-to-ear gummy grins with sparkling eyes. He discovered his fingers and toes…

A is for Anger

When I heard my precious, gorgeous, adorable, perfect grandson suffered with Autism Spectrum Disorder, my first reaction was anger —…