That’s what it feels like most of the time telling someone you have a child who is on the Autism Spectrum. Sometimes it’s like admitting you have a problem, like being an alcoholic or drug user, who is trying to sober up or stay clean. It’s like a confession; like you’ve admitted to some deeply held secret.
And then you wait for the face. The other persons face. The eyes instantly narrow a little as the mouth opens slightly, and from it comes the sound “oh'”! Pure pity. The other person, whether it be a stranger, or a friend, or family member learning of your child’s “terrible bad luck”, that first moment they hear that word ‘Autistic’, they look at you with pity. Then they stumble over what to say next. It’s awkward, for you and especially for them. Especially if they have kids who are excelling at school, on…
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Viv Drewa - The Owl Lady 
Do you personally know this child and his father??? I do and what kind of father exagerates his sons symptoms to promote his business! It is truly disgusting and maybe before you repost a blog you should check it authenticity. He is talking about a high functioning child who I have had the pleasure of meeting and not the feeble minded child who is not self sufficient enough to buy himself a drink. I am aware a lot of children with autism struggle but not this champion who continues to grow into a independent confident child with every day.
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No I don’t but I have a cousin who is severely autistic. He’s non fuctioning and this story touched my heart. Sorry, Marissa, perhaps this child has Asperger’s Syndrome which allows him to be an independent adult. My son has Aspergers. @v@ ❤
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No worries just don’t allow yourself to be conned. This child doesn’t deserve to have his father write about him like that and get sympathy from others. He doesn’t even live with his kids and is always too busy for school meetings and doctors appointments
Anyway all the best with your cousin and son xx
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Thanks, Marissa. Have a Happy New Year! @v@ ❤
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