Growing up

So the other day, when I was picking my oldest up from work, he was in the self checkout line. Knowing him, he was just buying some kind of desert, which it turned out he was. The only difference was, though I can’t for the life of me remember how he said it, he said he realized that eventually he’ll have to do this for himself. Now he wasn’t just talking about dessert but rather for other things me might need or want.

For him to acknowledge this, was to me huge. This was actually a first. I was so proud of him but I think I’m proud of myself as well. I honestly think this year has helped me grow closer to all my kids, especially with my middle child. I guess sometimes it takes the worst of times to bring out the best in us. I feel like my relationship with all three of my kids are in a good place.

Sincerely-

Autism Librarian

Saying goodnight

So, tonight’s blog is more a personal story from me. When my kids were young, after their mom and I divorced, I would call them every evening to say goodnight. Now that they (and I) are older, I don’t always remember, so imagine my surprise when my oldest son called me last night.

Of course, the first thing he said was “I know you don’t always call us to say goodnight anymore…” It turns out I really needed that as I was having a not so great day that day. That said, he may not always read the social cues, but to me he usually manages to figure it out. He’s taught me more than I’ll ever teach him and for that I’m eternally grateful.

Sincerely-

 

Autism Librarian

Getting along

So this is just such a sweet story and really goes to show that we really can all get along, we just need to make an effort. The article is entitled “Dunkin’ Donuts employee dances with autistic customer in touching video: ‘I love my customers’“ by Elise Solé over at Yahoo Lifestyle. As a parent, I can tell you it makes all the difference in the world.

Sincerely-

 

Autism Librarian

Kissability

What a great name for a book and it’s also a great follow up to my previous post entitled Dating. Tonight’s post is about the book Kissability, written by Katherine, a woman who has cerebral palsy and is confined to a wheel chair.

The post is entitled “Who I Can Talk to about Dating and Disability“, courtesy of Easterseals. I just checked my library and unfortunately, they don’t have it, so I guess I’ll just have to recommend it.

Sincerely-

   

Autism Librarian

Dating

I must say this is a topic I’ve not approached really with my son, perhaps one day but maybe I need to start reading up on it now and this article is probably a good place to start. The article is entitled “Ten Steps to Help a Teen With Autism Navigate Dating” over at Autism Speaks. That said, I guess I’ll read it tonight and print it up at work tomorrow. There’s always a new adventure around the corner.

Sincerely-

   

Autism Librarian

 

Adam

So I watched the movie Adam, a young man with Asperger’s. The story line is about his relationship with a young lady named Beth. I must say at times it was hard to watch, wondering if my son will ever have a relationship. Anyway, I made it through and I must say, I’m glad I did. I think in a small way it gave me hope for my son.

Sincerely-

      

Autism Librarian