Well, I've been here a while and just figured out how to do this 

I a solo mum of 2 boys & 2 girls.  Well versed in the world of autism and other disabilities that affect myself and my children. 

Having a child with autism has taught me many things.  Patience. That you CAN effectivly communicate through the use of grunting. Spinning, flapping and headbutting things are the norm in this house. It has shown me why I had so much trouble growing up, why I was so different.  Honesty and literal thinking also reign.

It has also shown a very dark side to humanity. My children being excluded from activities. Not being invited for play-dates, nor birthday parties. Other adults are afraid their children will 'catch' autism from mine. Or that my children are simply very naughty. There are reasons why my children act the way they do. The lights in the supermarket may be flickering. There may be a strobe going somewhere nearby. Or simply too many people around. Or it could be that she wanted a particular filling in her sandwich and simply couldn't handle having a new taste or texture there. Adults will also exclude me. I try very hard not to 'rave' about my topics of interest. I try to fit in, not often successfully though.

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