June 2012 Update

Carson is doing GREAT!!! Still no words but his progress is amazing. I pray everyday that he will one day talk. I dont want this for me but for him because I know it will make life much easier for him. He is able to do a 48 piece puzzle by himself but can't utter a single word. It's so confusing sometimes. I know his brain is wired different and nobody will ever completely understand autism but it still baffles me everyday. If I could have one wish my wish would be for my son to talk and to be able to have a conversation with him. I would love for him to come home from school one day and tell me about his day. I'm not giving up hope that one day this WILL happen.

Carson continues to meet his goals every quarter and his teachers tell us he is doing so well. We have had his IEP meeting for next years school year and set his goals. Next fall he is supposed to start kindergarten but I know that wont happen. He will most likely never go to a regular school but that is more than ok with me. I want him in a place where he can advance and where I know he wont be bullied. I just want the best for him and I want to do anything and everything I can to make sure that happens and to make sure he has a successful and happy future. Everything I do is for Carson. Its so true that when you have a child with special needs that the little things really are the big things. Getting a smile and eye contact from his makes my heart soar. That's an amazing feeling coming from an autistic child!!!

I am an Autism Strong Mom

Autism Quote

If he falls to the floor, kicking and screaming, because there’s no chicken nuggets, it’s just his way of coping. Be patient, you’ll get your turn to order.

If she bumps her head and starts to hit herself in the face, don’t stare, it’s her frustration. Mom will handle it, she see’s it everyday.

If dad is cutting his child’s food, he’s not treating him like baby. He just doesn’t want his son to c...hoke.

If she ignores your child on the playground, she’s not a brat. She’s just not good at social interaction. She would love to play with your child, she just doesn’t know how.

He may be to big to sit in the shopping cart, no, he’s not lazy. He wants to run around, but his mom needs to shop. She’s not up for chasing him today.

If she has to be carried out screaming, it’s probably because of a meltdown. Be helpful, open the door. Don’t just stare or whisper. No, it’s not because she didn’t get the toy she wanted. If it were only that simple.

Don’t talk to her like a child, unless she is one. Don’t yell, she’s not deaf. She may not talk, but she can understand.

No, it’s not bad parenting. Discipline won’t help.

This is autism, it’s his life. Don’t judge him, he’s not judging you. ♥

By Tina Moreland

Carson's Smile

I love love love when Carson makes eye contact and smiles! I love these moments. They make my heart sing!