A Dance with Rumination
By Carrie Farrar My mind is moving rapidly My thoughts, a reverie Of frantic worries entertained Despite the calm I see. ___________________________ My pencil…
But She’s So Pretty
By Vicki Koslin Howell “But she talks so much.” If I had to hear that sentence again from professionals assessing my daughter for autism,…
Using a Cup of Hot Chocolate to Explain the Obvious
By Marina Magalhães Cardoso I was thinking about a consistent theme to write about. I glanced at my generous cup of cappuccino and thought:…
Celebrating the Life of Autism Advocate Dr. Laurence A. Becker
By Ron Sandison September 23, 1936 – October 25, 2024 “My purpose in life is to share the stories and art of people with…
How Sensitivities And Routines Can Affect Food Preferences When You’re Neurodivergent
By Kadin McElwain Last month, after my usual morning routine, I had to sit down with my family and have breakfast. That morning, we…
Masking
by John Testore In this digital age, Image speaks more than language. Texting is more popular than verbal communication. Appearance is the reflection of…
Review of Septembers of Shiraz
By Nils Skudra Three years ago, I watched Septembers of Shiraz, a 2015 film directed by Wayne Blair which portrays an affluent Jewish family…
I am dreaming of an Autistic Christmas
by Daniel Antonsson As long as i can remember i have always liked Christmas and all things around celebrating this holiday. It is something…