Autism Presentation

Last month I had the privilege of presenting at a national conference for educators on two of the topics I'm most passionate about: Autism and Early Literacy. I don't mind public speaking and talking about our journey sometimes gives meaning to the madness. Making the speech forced me to think through some of our biggest challenges with Jackson, but also helped me to recognize some of his greatest accomplishments. I reflected on what autism has taken and the perspective I have gained in its wake. I never imagined that this would be the course his life would take, and still ponder how the direction may shift and change over time. There is one thing for certain, we'll continue to stretch him to be his best and support him as he tries new things...