Autism: Surviving and Thriving

Fourteen years ago my youngest 3 boys were diagnosed with autism within a 9 month span. Devastation and grieving followed. Doctors gave me little or no hope, but they didn't know me very well. I refused to believe that my boys were doomed.

My boys are now young men, adults with autism. They are thriving, but every day presents its turmoil and challenges.

My family: husband Mike, sons Ryan 23 yr, Nicholas 21 yr, and Cameron 18 yr. (Ryan and Nick have autism; Cam has recovered from autism.) Our oldest sons, Michael 34 yr and Stuart 25 yr, moved out of the house. Ryan has also moved out, and is still working towards complete independence.

Sunday, October 22, 2017

Adding Some Pumpkin Spice to Life

Last Saturday I took my granddaughter to a "pumpkin event."  It was not a pumpkin patch; we went to a garden which featured pumpkins as the characters in scenes.  Some faces were carved intricately; some just had arms and legs added.  However, all made theatrical puppets look like yesterday's headliners.

We marveled at the creativity of the artists.  We could not imagine how much time or what tools were used, but we certainly enjoyed their efforts.  Each pumpkin was unique.  Jack O' Lanterns just evolved this year! 
Pumpkins having some water fun

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