Trying to Fly Lest I Die Alone
My year has taken a sharp, unexpected turn. In my planning for a year where I solve my trajectory problems, it seems the universe decided I should first deal with my past. […]
When I Was in School – Conversation with mom
I spend a great deal of time speaking about autism in public and helping parents develop life and homework strategies for their Aspie children. This work is hard, but I feel it […]
Why Can’t I Wake Up from Autism?
Everyday seems to present new challenges when living with autism. The overarching feeling is one of pride, confidence and the satisfaction that I have honed in on my strengths while overcoming my […]
bridge
there’s this bridge I’m looking for
i don’t know the way it goes
but I’m sure it spans the distance
between our shores
on foot’s […]
The APA cured me of Autism.
Initial Reaction
You heard me correctly. I have been cured of autism, at least according to the APA and their fifth version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual […]
Accepting Change Leads to Tier 1 Penetration – And I like it.
After a weekend of adjusting to change, and processing the emotional fallout of those around me, I have reached some level of clarity. Perhaps the change was good for me.
The year of r – Opening Thoughts
Family is in town and I have once again been summoned to help them find their way through the autism maze. I don’t know them well, as is often the case with […]
The New Millennium Christmas Carol
2011. What seemed to be a mediocre financial start to a year slowly slipped into a year of bill juggling and involuntary fasting. Not that different from a character […]
Snamuh Goes to a Nightclub.
While exploring the Pacific Coast Highway, I stumbled upon a fun little town called Laguna Beach. It was approaching sunset and I wanted to […]