autistic culture

Autistic Adults do have empathy. Raw Emotions of an autistic reporter.

As I write this, I am processing yet another report on child abuse. People look at me and think I am such a strong person for reporting abuse. It affects me EVERY SINGLE TIME. Every time I see a mother worried about her child because they are having side effects from MMS bleach or another… Continue reading Autistic Adults do have empathy. Raw Emotions of an autistic reporter.

autistic culture, Disabled Parenting, Jewish Culture

Strong Overwhelming feelings in autistics

When really strong and overwhelming feelings happen, it can be extremely overwhelming, especially for autistic people. I will explain what happened to me today. Its nothing bad, I promise. Today I had a meeting with our Rabbi and Cantor. Three of our children came to us later in life. They are my husbands siblings. His… Continue reading Strong Overwhelming feelings in autistics

autistic culture, scouting

How I Became Someone's Inspiration Porn

Back in August, the scouting year started again. We had new cub scouts and now our pack is up to almost 80 scouts. That is amazing but we had to recruit new leaders. This is great. Two of my sons are in the Bear level. This is all third grade boys and girls. There are… Continue reading How I Became Someone's Inspiration Porn

autistic culture

When You See a Service Dog, Do not Judge the Handler

Today I went hiking with my service dog, Ralph. I take him to the nature preserve because its quiet and it makes me feel like I am in the middle of the woods. I have taken him many times before. I have have had negative comments about Ralph until today. Its not like I do… Continue reading When You See a Service Dog, Do not Judge the Handler

autistic culture

Autistic Burnout after Going Public

Ever since the NBC article has been released, I became public about my bleacher hunting. I have done more as a result. I was at a fast pace and I felt empowered. I was being more public about my efforts. People have been reaching out to me to ask my opinion or my advice. I… Continue reading Autistic Burnout after Going Public