Category Archives for "Personal Narrative"
Articles written by people affected by autism (mom, dad, grandparent, sibling) or someone who is on the spectrum sharing personal accounts, happy moments, fears, etc.
More than meets the eye…
You need to read my story Not just the cover of my book The story is quite intriguing Take the time; take a look My story wasn’t expected A shock to all to be fair But once you start to read me Put me down if you dare! The chapters will make you laugh Others […]
Continue readingFinding Joy and Humor in Raising A Child On The Spectrum
Raising a child on the spectrum is not easy. It comes with higher demands of care and time than other children. Believe me, I know! I have four children ranging in ages from eight to 17. My youngest daughter has PDD, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, a moderate form of Autism. She is higher functioning and very […]
Continue readingA Mom’s Love: The Day He Let Go
Have you ever smelled your child? I mean really, really smelled your child? Not the, “What is that coming from the other room…. who ate tuna…with bananas…and…is that mango?!” aroma, but their smell. I’m referring to the moment when you bury your nose deep into their hair, take a deep breath, and hold your child […]
Continue readingBeing Brave With Autism
Bravery is one of the most powerful qualities you can instill in your child with autism. The moment you hear that your child has autism, you want to be brave, and you want your child to be brave enough to power through obstacles, too. Developing bravery in your child with autism is easier said than […]
Continue readingAsperger’s Didn’t Stop Me
Hello readers, my name is Andrew Liebig, and I have lived in Missouri for 41 years. Throughout my life, I have had health problems and behavior issues. They have always included anger and not knowing how to calm down. But life changed for me about three years ago when I was told I had something […]
Continue readingA Reflection on Autism: The Furgotten Ones
To substantiate anything I say in this, one must understand that I am writing from a place of a Father, a man, a disabled individual, a Christian, a failure, a dropout; not perfect. We live in a society that is afraid. Afraid to show feelings, compassion, and love; true unprocessed love. I watch the news […]
Continue readingI’m mad
Door slams. Three seconds pass. Okay, I’m like, I guess he just shut the door really hard. Sometimes he does that. He doesn’t always get his pressures right. Door slams again. Two seconds pass. Door slams. One second passes. Door slams again and again. Each time louder and faster. Okay, now I’m like what the heck […]
Continue readingLove Needs No Words
Big, blue eyes smile at me And little arms extend up, fingers outstretched Reaching for me, like I encompass the whole world – These things say more than a conversation ever could. You come to me, take my hand, and guide me To sit beside you And enjoy your favorite show Or just sit, holding […]
Continue readingDon’t Give Up On Me
Don’t give up on me, I’m right here. I get upset Because I can’t communicate clear, I’m doing my best I hope somebody can see And notice more than An autistic kid When they look at me. Everyone around me Doesn’t always understand That I can’t always control myself Not my voice or my feet […]
Continue readingDifferences
The story starts with a young boy. He thought he was the same as me and you, except he was a little different than everybody else. He had autism, and didn’t know until his parents told him before he moved to middle school. He still had no concept of how it made him different, until […]
Continue reading