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.

Tuesday, February 28, 2012

What Is Life With Autism Like: A Runner's Race

Never giving up...

http://www.godvine.com/Christian-Athlete-Takes-a-Fall-But-Still-Wins-the-Race-378.html

A friend sent me this video. She offered no explanation. I watched this short video, and I knew why she sent it. This video is a perfect example of what life is like with autism for a parent. I can't speak from a perspective of a person with autism, but I would guess that it does suffice from that angle as well--based on what I see how my sons persist in their daily lives.

Of course, we are still running to our finish lines!

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