This is my first post as a blogger.....I would love followers but to be honest, this is about an outlet for me. My thought is that if I can help anyone through my experiences, YAY!!! because we all need help every now and then.
Before I begin, THANK YOU RP for encouraging me to do this.....without your help, I would not be writing in this format. I am so glad I am opening up.....you have no idea!
My life has been interesting to say the least. Going along normally, went to college, got married, got a job, had kids (a girl, then a boy)......but when my boy turned 2, my world turned upside down.
AUTISM
I knew something was wrong as my son was not making milestones. I had to fight. I had to keep asking questions. Autism was furthest from my mind......but I knew something was wrong. One summer day, my bestie, said she thought JB had autism. It really pissed me off! I was seriously pissed at her and we did not talk for far too long. But she was right.....I knew it in my heart!
He did not respond to his name, he did not make eye contact, no voice, no eating, no walking....just a baby who liked to breastfeed and be carried.....that's it, nothing more. The one diagnosis we did get was low muscle tone, which led to therapy. That was a start. Then we also got a recommendation to our local regional center. Through them, we hooked up with a psychologist......and after that, an assessment.......oh man, that assessment! I will NEVER forget it......
December 30th, 2011.....My hubby and I were told. That word again......that horrible word. I bawled! My husband bawled! BUT through tears, I begged the Psych to just help us help JB. That was my goal, right then and there.....
So this blog is my journey to right now....past and present....my life with autism. As hard as it is, it has also been a wonderful gift. JB would not be JB without it. AND I LOVE HIM......more than anyone will ever know!
I hope you will follow my blog....learn, live, cry, and laugh with me as I take you all with me through this journey.
TTFN (Ta Ta For Now)
Martha....an autism mom!
Love that you are writing and sharing your story! I am proud of you for taking a risk and putting yourself out there. You're inspiring! 💙
ReplyDeleteThis a brave a beautiful thing you are doing. I teach high school children and usually have a handful of kids each year that fall on the spectrum. I absolutely love working with them, as challenging as it is. I'm looking forward to walking this journey through your writing. Thank you for being brave enough to share your world with others. I will pass it on to the parents I might have this year.
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