It is human nature to feel apprehensive about the unknown, however we owe it to our children to debunk the myths surrounding Autism. We need to talk about what Autism really is and how it affects us (the immediate and extended family) and the society at large. For me, Autism is not a topic I shy away from because it…
We Don’t Dream Our Lives….. WE LIVE THEM! Last week I was at a function organized to raise awareness for autism and I remember seeing this mom who is a respected member of the autism community with her son who is on the spectrum. I remember seeing her give him verbal instructions on what he needed to do and still…
My ASD Story Having a child with autism can be tough. On the really bad days all I can do is try and remember that my children were given to me for a reason. While I’m an imperfect parent, I’m the perfect person to parent my child because God doesn’t make mistakes. On tough days when we have meltdowns and…
My Rainbow Child As my son turns 5 today, I can’t help but marvel at how far we (my family and I) have come on this journey since our son’s diagnosis. I’m grateful to God for his goodness and mercy in our lives. The bible indeed says that God does not give us more than we can handle. ‘The Lord…
My ASD Story When my son turned 3, I took him to see a neurodevelopment paediatrician and whole new medical team specialised in identifying and treating developmental delays. I remember sitting across from the doctor and the words ‘Autism Spectrum Disorder’ came out of his mouth. With my mouth gaping wide and uncontrollable tears streaming down my face, my world…
My ASD Story Every Christmas is spent at grandma’s house. It is usually an open-house style with caterers, drinks everywhere, the music a little too loud and adults talking loudly over each other having heated discussion about one thing or the other. Usually with about 100 guest ranging from babies to toddlers, young adults and the older folks. Last Christmas…
