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Autimisms
we’re not pollyannas. we
live with the realities
and challenges of autism
every day.
we focus on the positives.
we opt for an optimistic
attitude. And we rejoice
in ‘what is’ because that’s
more than enough.
Autistic? Aspie? Sure, I’ll raise my hand. I don’t see
my diagnosis as a stigma or something to be ashamed
of, for it is part of who I am.
As my children go through life, I want them to have
supportive mentors on the autism spectrum living by
positive example and empowering them to know that
being themselves is who they’re meant to be.
We are each Ambassadors of Acceptance…for our
children, for ourselves, and for our community. Come
as you are. Let your light shine…
KAREN, AUTISM EMPOWERMENT

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Autism is tough... for your child... yourself....

and the family. But it’s that toughness and

strength that will make your life great. You
will see things differently, you will learn

things differently. You are ‘out of the box’
which is a beautifully ausome point of view.
BRENDA, AUTISM WITH A GLASS OF WINE

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In the unseeing days before my son’s diagnosis
of Aspergers Syndrome, I could never imagine
that having a child on the Autism Spectrum
could make my life so blessed, so creative, and
so full of magic.
Aspergers is a constant , beloved companion and
has returned me to the beauty of life. My son
is the one who wonders at the small miracles
of nature as we walk, hand in hand, to school; he
makes time to stop and play with the dancing,
sparkling bubbles blown to entertain younger
children on a summer’s day. He is a tiny philosopher , who has a profound and simple sense of
humanity. He has stirred the boundless depths
of love within me into a driving force for change
in the world – a precious gift given to all parents
by their special children.
REBECCA, SPEAKING OF DIFFERENCE

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KRISTA, May I Be Excused, My Brain
is Full - Olivia’s Asperger’s Story

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My initial response to the diagnosis was confusion and anger. One
day out of the blue something just clicked for me and I thought,
wait. Autism isn’t bad or good. It just......is. I see our daughter again
as we have always seen her. Unique and beautiful. I see her and I
know things will be ok. Autism is part of her. Nothing has changed.
We will still help her be the best she can be. Autism forced us to
stop worrying so much about how our kids are developing. It helped
us let go of expectations and instead to simply accept our kids as
they are, where they are.
We love and accept autism because we love and accept her.
SHAYLA, PARENTING BY THE SEAT OF MY PANTS

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The staff at Smart Apps for Special Needs has been touched by
individuals with autism in a variety of ways, but their outcomes are
similar. The initial diagnosis of autism is a very scary experience,
but the diagnosis does not define the child or the parent.
Our children and students with autism have taught us to cherish
every shared connection and every memory we make. They have
helped us to embrace all of our differences, to be more empathetic
when others are upset, and to realize that even when we don’t think
the same way as others, it doesn’t mean they are wrong.
We are all different and we are all unique.
HEATHER, SMART APPS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS KIDS

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Someone once asked me if I ever wish my
two boys with autism, never had it. My
answer is no! It is who they are. Autism

has taught me more about myself than

any other self-help guidebooks could. It
has taught me patience, perseverance,
optimism, and hope. I also never thought I
could love as much as I do!

LORI, ZACH IS FANTASTICALLY AUTISTIC
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Being a mother of three autistic children and finding out as
an adult that I have Aspergers, I have realized that fitting in
is overrated. I love the way my kids experience and process
the world. I love watching them, fascinated by things that so
many people miss out on. The material and superficial things
most people obsess about, my kids have no interest in. My
son is in absolute awe of ceiling fans and can watch them for
hours. Autism has taught me the importance of slowing down
and letting your children be their own people. My kids remind
me every day that differences should be embraced and never
hidden. They show me the meaning of unconditional love and the
appreciation for achievements others may view as insignificant.
I think I would have missed out on a lot of wonderful things if
our lives had not been touched so profoundly by autism.
COURTNEY, SLEEP DEPRIVATION DIARIES

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Autism is a blessing in disguise. As parents,
my husband and I have realized that the little

things in life are actually big things. Every

day is a challenge for our daughter and yet
she perseveres through everything that is

thrown at her. We are thankful for the gift
of her and we are proud to be her parents!
JULIE, KETCHUP WITH A SIDE OF AUTISM

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CHOOSe
THE BRIGHT
SIDE
P
eople with autism may have meltdowns, have difficulty communicating, have difficulty relating to their peers, have strong preferences
to certain foods, have blonde hair, be happy, be sad, be frustrated,
scared, lonely, disappointed, content…
Enjoy movies, wear glasses, require braces for crooked teeth, love
cooking, be married, be divorced, be rich, sport a mullet, drive fast,
suffer from brain freeze when they eat their ice cream too fast…
Be nice people, be bad dancers, be great scrabble players, like dogs,
hate cats, get great jobs, get bad jobs, watch too much TV, love their
grandmas, have green eyes, have a secret tattoo that they are hiding
from their mother…
P
eople with autism are scientists, doctors, teachers, parents, actors,
unemployed…
Just like everyone else.

AMELIA, AWESOME OUT LOUD

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My son is who he is, and I will continue to love him as he is.

There is no way to change him even if I wanted to, so I have

had to learn to accept the situation and make the best
of it. Instead of worrying and focusing my energy on the
cause, it is my job to help him in the present so that he can

adjust and adapt as best as he can. My goal is to make my
son’s life easier, to find any way I can that will help him learn

how to function in this world. Where prevention for future

generations is a wonderful thing, my main concern is for my
child in the here and now.

SARAH, OUR WILD CARD

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Kids with autism
will make you
genuinely smile
from the inside out
.

JACKIE, ACT - APPS,
CONSUL
TING, &TRAINING
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Every time my son reaches a milestone which isn’t in a “What to
Expect When Raising a Child” book, I’m thankful. When another
person accepts him for who he is, I’m thankful. When I accepted
him, as his mother, protector, advocate, and slayer of the invisible
dragons, I was thankful.
Having an autistic child can make or break a family, I’m told. But
I believe that autism families are made of the strongest stuff
available. We’re Teflon in a world of cheap plastic. I’m grateful for
that every single day. We’re autism strong.
JESSI, DECIPHERING MORGAN

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A re some of history’s brightest stars.
S age in intellect, innocent in worldliness.
P reciously precocious.
E njoy the safety of things familiar.
R evel in facts and information.
K now they are different…all heroes are.
I ntensely curious and focused on their passions.
D riven by compassion, integrity, logic and justice.
S ee fantastic possibilities where ‘typical’ minds never wander.
JENNIFER, ASPERKIDS

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Autism has changed my life in many ways but what
stands out the most to me is: Autism has given
me patience, understanding and the ability to think
outside the box.
I was never one to judge others parenting or their
child’s behavior and that has never been more
true than now. My immediate and extended family
has gained a ton of knowledge and understanding
with the diagnosis. My boy is quirky, smart and so
very loveable....
F us, it seems like it gets easier every day. We
or
wouldn’t trade him for the world.
SHERRI, AUTISM THROUGH A MOMMA’S EYES

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In our house, we look at Autism as
a blessing not a curse. It’s brought
our family closer together forcing us
to communicate and be aware of what
each other needs. We see that for all
the differences that are noted, there
are just as many similarities in those
with and without autism.

JENNIFER, EM’S JOURNEY

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Being a parent of a child with Autism has taught me
patience, tolerance, and to enjoy the little things in life

that we often take for granted. My son is an older
brother to two neurotypical siblings who are 9 and 11

years younger than he is. I love that he still enjoys
watching the same cartoons and plays Legos with the

little ones, and that my younger children are growing up
with him in their lives.

JENNIFER, MOM

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Autism has made me look at life in a totally different view
point. In my son’s case at age 21 some of his actions although
they have improved tremendously stand out more. At the Disney
store on the intercom Tink asked everyone to help save magic
and clap as loud as you can. Of course the one only in the store
to do this was my son. I looked around and people were staring
at him. So I did what any mother would do....I joined him. My son
was laughing and smiling and as I looked around at the families
looking at us they either thought what a good mom or what the
heck is she doing. I did not care as I was saving magic with my
son...
SHARON,, CONQUER FOR CONNER - MY SPECIAL LOVE

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POWER IN
A POSITIVE
OUTLOOK
Autism has been an amazing gift. It has shown me how
to be truly patient and selfless having to help someone
really learn how to do things so many of us take for
granted. It has taught me how important the little things
are. We don’t always notice the details but my son has an
amazing ability to show us. Lastly, it has helped me see
that ALL people even with the most severe disabilities
have feelings and want inclusion. The next time you see
someone with a handicap, say “hello, how are you? instead
of walking by or looking down. It is really appreciated.
AMY, PATRICK AND THE CHALK

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Autism has opened up an amazing

level of unique creativity for my

daughter. It has taught her older
sister, those close to us, and me an

extraordinary level of patience and

understanding I don’t believe we had

before. We’ve learned to cherish the
good days and never take anything
for granted.

JUDITH, JORDAN ALEXIS’S ASPERGERS JOUIRNEY

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My journey to the most blessed moments in
my life started the day I found out my son
had autism. A new world opened up to me, one
where lessons would shape me into the woman I
was meant to be. P
aying it forward to be there
for other families is a gift he gave me the
strength to do.
DENISE, LOVE FOR AUTISM

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Autism, to our family, is a wonderful rollercoaster
ride. We have bad times, yes, but the good times

FAR outweigh them. To see the look of triumph on

my son’s face when he accomplishes something is
just amazing! I have met so many wonderful people

on this journey and have developed patience and
understanding beyond anything I ever had before.
Autism to us is just a different kind of normal.

LAURA, AUTISM AND OTHER RAMBLINGS

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I’ve learned so much from our

family’s autism journey. I’m more
patient and understanding of how

we are all different in our own

ways…”normal” is overrated and
boring! Autism is a never ending

real life education and its gains
far outweigh anything else.

KAREN THE CRAZ JOURNEY OF AUTISM
Y
WITH A SIDE OF SPD AND ADHD

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I’m a better mother, wife, friend and
human being. I’m more passionate, and
compassionate. I love more deeply and
live a more purpose-driven life. I don’t
judge or covet anyone else’s life, stuff
or social status. I live in the NOW and
revel in the SIMPLE JOYFUL
S...yes,
all because of autism.
JODI, GEEK CLUB BOOKS

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My son with ASD has taught me more than I can ever adequately
express. I felt strong. He taught me to be strong. I thought I was
tough. He made me tough. I had little patience. He taught me patience was the only way to enter his world. I was quiet and passive.
My love for him became my voice, and pushed me to be assertive,
driven, and determined. He molded me into the mother he needed.
He lets me see this world through his eyes, teaches me the value
of—what many people may view—the simplest of accomplishments.
He taught me to release control, to live in and indulge my senses,
to embrace beauty and uniqueness. He is the reason I am who I am. I
didn’t understand my calling, had misguided passion—my son brought
my life purpose into focus, and I am forever grateful.
REBECCA, AUTISM: UNCENSORED

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I was that woman with ‘the stare.’ I used to think ‘can’t you control
your child?’ I was that adult tutting and disapprovingly rolling my
eyes. Then I was blessed with ‘The Whirlwind’ and he opened up my
eyes to the fact that my idea of perfect was wrong. There are
many different types of perfect and I am not the one who should
judge which type of perfect is more perfect than another. The
Whirlwind has made me a better person, more patient, less of a
judgemental type, and able to find joy in the simple things in life. It’s
not always easy but autism is always teaching me something new!
KAREN, AUTISM AMAZON

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we hope their words lift
you up and help you on
your own autism journey.
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Autimisms - An Optimistic View of Life on the Spectrum

  • 2. we’re not pollyannas. we live with the realities and challenges of autism every day. we focus on the positives. we opt for an optimistic attitude. And we rejoice in ‘what is’ because that’s more than enough.
  • 3. Autistic? Aspie? Sure, I’ll raise my hand. I don’t see my diagnosis as a stigma or something to be ashamed of, for it is part of who I am. As my children go through life, I want them to have supportive mentors on the autism spectrum living by positive example and empowering them to know that being themselves is who they’re meant to be. We are each Ambassadors of Acceptance…for our children, for ourselves, and for our community. Come as you are. Let your light shine… KAREN, AUTISM EMPOWERMENT geekclubbooks.com
  • 4. Autism is tough... for your child... yourself.... and the family. But it’s that toughness and strength that will make your life great. You will see things differently, you will learn things differently. You are ‘out of the box’ which is a beautifully ausome point of view. BRENDA, AUTISM WITH A GLASS OF WINE geekclubbooks.com
  • 5. In the unseeing days before my son’s diagnosis of Aspergers Syndrome, I could never imagine that having a child on the Autism Spectrum could make my life so blessed, so creative, and so full of magic. Aspergers is a constant , beloved companion and has returned me to the beauty of life. My son is the one who wonders at the small miracles of nature as we walk, hand in hand, to school; he makes time to stop and play with the dancing, sparkling bubbles blown to entertain younger children on a summer’s day. He is a tiny philosopher , who has a profound and simple sense of humanity. He has stirred the boundless depths of love within me into a driving force for change in the world – a precious gift given to all parents by their special children. REBECCA, SPEAKING OF DIFFERENCE geekclubbooks.com
  • 6. r with s, aughte alway My d r’s is erge erself. Asp e to h tune ys tru o the alwa eats t m and She b wn dru er o nique. of h ntly u a s brilli ro. she i my he She is KRISTA, May I Be Excused, My Brain is Full - Olivia’s Asperger’s Story geekclubbooks.com
  • 7. My initial response to the diagnosis was confusion and anger. One day out of the blue something just clicked for me and I thought, wait. Autism isn’t bad or good. It just......is. I see our daughter again as we have always seen her. Unique and beautiful. I see her and I know things will be ok. Autism is part of her. Nothing has changed. We will still help her be the best she can be. Autism forced us to stop worrying so much about how our kids are developing. It helped us let go of expectations and instead to simply accept our kids as they are, where they are. We love and accept autism because we love and accept her. SHAYLA, PARENTING BY THE SEAT OF MY PANTS geekclubbooks.com
  • 8. The staff at Smart Apps for Special Needs has been touched by individuals with autism in a variety of ways, but their outcomes are similar. The initial diagnosis of autism is a very scary experience, but the diagnosis does not define the child or the parent. Our children and students with autism have taught us to cherish every shared connection and every memory we make. They have helped us to embrace all of our differences, to be more empathetic when others are upset, and to realize that even when we don’t think the same way as others, it doesn’t mean they are wrong. We are all different and we are all unique. HEATHER, SMART APPS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS KIDS geekclubbooks.com
  • 9. Someone once asked me if I ever wish my two boys with autism, never had it. My answer is no! It is who they are. Autism has taught me more about myself than any other self-help guidebooks could. It has taught me patience, perseverance, optimism, and hope. I also never thought I could love as much as I do! LORI, ZACH IS FANTASTICALLY AUTISTIC geekclubbooks.com
  • 10. Being a mother of three autistic children and finding out as an adult that I have Aspergers, I have realized that fitting in is overrated. I love the way my kids experience and process the world. I love watching them, fascinated by things that so many people miss out on. The material and superficial things most people obsess about, my kids have no interest in. My son is in absolute awe of ceiling fans and can watch them for hours. Autism has taught me the importance of slowing down and letting your children be their own people. My kids remind me every day that differences should be embraced and never hidden. They show me the meaning of unconditional love and the appreciation for achievements others may view as insignificant. I think I would have missed out on a lot of wonderful things if our lives had not been touched so profoundly by autism. COURTNEY, SLEEP DEPRIVATION DIARIES geekclubbooks.com
  • 11. Autism is a blessing in disguise. As parents, my husband and I have realized that the little things in life are actually big things. Every day is a challenge for our daughter and yet she perseveres through everything that is thrown at her. We are thankful for the gift of her and we are proud to be her parents! JULIE, KETCHUP WITH A SIDE OF AUTISM geekclubbooks.com
  • 13. P eople with autism may have meltdowns, have difficulty communicating, have difficulty relating to their peers, have strong preferences to certain foods, have blonde hair, be happy, be sad, be frustrated, scared, lonely, disappointed, content… Enjoy movies, wear glasses, require braces for crooked teeth, love cooking, be married, be divorced, be rich, sport a mullet, drive fast, suffer from brain freeze when they eat their ice cream too fast… Be nice people, be bad dancers, be great scrabble players, like dogs, hate cats, get great jobs, get bad jobs, watch too much TV, love their grandmas, have green eyes, have a secret tattoo that they are hiding from their mother… P eople with autism are scientists, doctors, teachers, parents, actors, unemployed… Just like everyone else. AMELIA, AWESOME OUT LOUD geekclubbooks.com
  • 14. My son is who he is, and I will continue to love him as he is. There is no way to change him even if I wanted to, so I have had to learn to accept the situation and make the best of it. Instead of worrying and focusing my energy on the cause, it is my job to help him in the present so that he can adjust and adapt as best as he can. My goal is to make my son’s life easier, to find any way I can that will help him learn how to function in this world. Where prevention for future generations is a wonderful thing, my main concern is for my child in the here and now. SARAH, OUR WILD CARD geekclubbooks.com
  • 15. Kids with autism will make you genuinely smile from the inside out . JACKIE, ACT - APPS, CONSUL TING, &TRAINING geekclubbooks.com
  • 16. Every time my son reaches a milestone which isn’t in a “What to Expect When Raising a Child” book, I’m thankful. When another person accepts him for who he is, I’m thankful. When I accepted him, as his mother, protector, advocate, and slayer of the invisible dragons, I was thankful. Having an autistic child can make or break a family, I’m told. But I believe that autism families are made of the strongest stuff available. We’re Teflon in a world of cheap plastic. I’m grateful for that every single day. We’re autism strong. JESSI, DECIPHERING MORGAN geekclubbooks.com
  • 17. A re some of history’s brightest stars. S age in intellect, innocent in worldliness. P reciously precocious. E njoy the safety of things familiar. R evel in facts and information. K now they are different…all heroes are. I ntensely curious and focused on their passions. D riven by compassion, integrity, logic and justice. S ee fantastic possibilities where ‘typical’ minds never wander. JENNIFER, ASPERKIDS geekclubbooks.com
  • 18. Autism has changed my life in many ways but what stands out the most to me is: Autism has given me patience, understanding and the ability to think outside the box. I was never one to judge others parenting or their child’s behavior and that has never been more true than now. My immediate and extended family has gained a ton of knowledge and understanding with the diagnosis. My boy is quirky, smart and so very loveable.... F us, it seems like it gets easier every day. We or wouldn’t trade him for the world. SHERRI, AUTISM THROUGH A MOMMA’S EYES geekclubbooks.com
  • 19. In our house, we look at Autism as a blessing not a curse. It’s brought our family closer together forcing us to communicate and be aware of what each other needs. We see that for all the differences that are noted, there are just as many similarities in those with and without autism. JENNIFER, EM’S JOURNEY geekclubbooks.com
  • 20. Being a parent of a child with Autism has taught me patience, tolerance, and to enjoy the little things in life that we often take for granted. My son is an older brother to two neurotypical siblings who are 9 and 11 years younger than he is. I love that he still enjoys watching the same cartoons and plays Legos with the little ones, and that my younger children are growing up with him in their lives. JENNIFER, MOM geekclubbooks.com
  • 21. Autism has made me look at life in a totally different view point. In my son’s case at age 21 some of his actions although they have improved tremendously stand out more. At the Disney store on the intercom Tink asked everyone to help save magic and clap as loud as you can. Of course the one only in the store to do this was my son. I looked around and people were staring at him. So I did what any mother would do....I joined him. My son was laughing and smiling and as I looked around at the families looking at us they either thought what a good mom or what the heck is she doing. I did not care as I was saving magic with my son... SHARON,, CONQUER FOR CONNER - MY SPECIAL LOVE geekclubbooks.com
  • 23. Autism has been an amazing gift. It has shown me how to be truly patient and selfless having to help someone really learn how to do things so many of us take for granted. It has taught me how important the little things are. We don’t always notice the details but my son has an amazing ability to show us. Lastly, it has helped me see that ALL people even with the most severe disabilities have feelings and want inclusion. The next time you see someone with a handicap, say “hello, how are you? instead of walking by or looking down. It is really appreciated. AMY, PATRICK AND THE CHALK geekclubbooks.com
  • 24. Autism has opened up an amazing level of unique creativity for my daughter. It has taught her older sister, those close to us, and me an extraordinary level of patience and understanding I don’t believe we had before. We’ve learned to cherish the good days and never take anything for granted. JUDITH, JORDAN ALEXIS’S ASPERGERS JOUIRNEY geekclubbooks.com
  • 25. My journey to the most blessed moments in my life started the day I found out my son had autism. A new world opened up to me, one where lessons would shape me into the woman I was meant to be. P aying it forward to be there for other families is a gift he gave me the strength to do. DENISE, LOVE FOR AUTISM geekclubbooks.com
  • 26. Autism, to our family, is a wonderful rollercoaster ride. We have bad times, yes, but the good times FAR outweigh them. To see the look of triumph on my son’s face when he accomplishes something is just amazing! I have met so many wonderful people on this journey and have developed patience and understanding beyond anything I ever had before. Autism to us is just a different kind of normal. LAURA, AUTISM AND OTHER RAMBLINGS geekclubbooks.com
  • 27. I’ve learned so much from our family’s autism journey. I’m more patient and understanding of how we are all different in our own ways…”normal” is overrated and boring! Autism is a never ending real life education and its gains far outweigh anything else. KAREN THE CRAZ JOURNEY OF AUTISM Y WITH A SIDE OF SPD AND ADHD geekclubbooks.com
  • 28. I’m a better mother, wife, friend and human being. I’m more passionate, and compassionate. I love more deeply and live a more purpose-driven life. I don’t judge or covet anyone else’s life, stuff or social status. I live in the NOW and revel in the SIMPLE JOYFUL S...yes, all because of autism. JODI, GEEK CLUB BOOKS geekclubbooks.com
  • 29. My son with ASD has taught me more than I can ever adequately express. I felt strong. He taught me to be strong. I thought I was tough. He made me tough. I had little patience. He taught me patience was the only way to enter his world. I was quiet and passive. My love for him became my voice, and pushed me to be assertive, driven, and determined. He molded me into the mother he needed. He lets me see this world through his eyes, teaches me the value of—what many people may view—the simplest of accomplishments. He taught me to release control, to live in and indulge my senses, to embrace beauty and uniqueness. He is the reason I am who I am. I didn’t understand my calling, had misguided passion—my son brought my life purpose into focus, and I am forever grateful. REBECCA, AUTISM: UNCENSORED geekclubbooks.com
  • 30. I was that woman with ‘the stare.’ I used to think ‘can’t you control your child?’ I was that adult tutting and disapprovingly rolling my eyes. Then I was blessed with ‘The Whirlwind’ and he opened up my eyes to the fact that my idea of perfect was wrong. There are many different types of perfect and I am not the one who should judge which type of perfect is more perfect than another. The Whirlwind has made me a better person, more patient, less of a judgemental type, and able to find joy in the simple things in life. It’s not always easy but autism is always teaching me something new! KAREN, AUTISM AMAZON geekclubbooks.com
  • 31. Insert Your Autimism SHARE IT ON FACEBOOK.COM/GEEKCLUBBOOKS
  • 32. special thanks to all the amazing women who contributed to this little e-book of autimisms. we hope their words lift you up and help you on your own autism journey. (cc)geekclubbooks.com